Production Manager

Position: Production Manager

Level: Senior-level

Location: Nairobi

Industry: Manufacturing (Wood Production)

Nationality: Kenyan

Age Group: 35 to 45 Years

Salary: 150,000 – 200,000 Gross

Job role

 The primary goal for this position is to ensure smooth, efficient processes that meet exceptional quality standards and client expectations while optimizing productivity and reducing labor costs.

Academic & Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications or an advanced degree are an added advantage.
  

Experience

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or in a similar role within the manufacturing industry

Technical Skills

• Deep understanding of specialized wood manufacturing stages, including machinery operation, assembly techniques, finishing processes, and final packaging.
  
• Proficiency in implementing efficiency-driving methodologies such as 5S, Six Sigma, and Kaizen to optimize operations.
  
• Ability to develop and adjust complex production schedules to meet customer deadlines and ensure maximum resource utilization.
  
• Familiarity with industry quality standards and the ability to lead a quality control committee to ensure all products meet specifications.
  
• Technical knowledge of safety regulations and the ability to conduct safety audits and root cause analysis for incident prevention.

Responsibilities & Requirements

1. Production Planning & Resource Management

• Develop and implement production plans and schedules to meet customer demands and delivery deadlines.
  
• Ensure efficient utilization of raw materials, equipment, and labor.
  
• Monitor and adjust plans as needed to optimize productivity and minimize waste.
  
• Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure a timely supply of raw materials.
  
• Monitor inventory levels, implement control measures, and lead stock accuracy efforts.

2. Leadership & Team Performance

• Lead production supervisors and workshop staff with equity and fairness.
  
• Provide clear direction, guidance, and support to achieve production targets.
  
• Foster a positive work environment promoting teamwork and continuous improvement.
  
• Collaborate with the HR Lead to conduct performance evaluations and identify skill development opportunities.

3. Quality Control & Process Improvement

• Institute and lead the quality control and assurance committee.
  
• Enforce strict quality measures to ensure compliance with specifications and industry standards.
  
• Investigate and resolve production issues or quality concerns promptly.
  
• Drive Lean manufacturing principles, such as 5S, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.
  
• Develop strategies to increase efficiency and reduce material and labor costs.

4. Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including the mandatory use of PPE.
  
• Conduct regular safety audits, identify hazards, and implement corrective actions through root cause analysis.
  
• Provide training and resources to employees to promote safety awareness and best practices.

Benefits: As per the company policy

Joining: Immediate

Kindly apply to: careers@msvlgroup.com