PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

JOB TITLE PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

NATURE OF JOB FULL TIME

INDUSTRY MANUFACTURING

SALARY KSHS.60,000-80,000

JOB LOCATION RUIRU

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Production Planning & Scheduling

·       Create and maintain production schedules and timelines for all manufacturing orders.

·       Monitor project progress, identify delays, and apply corrective measures to ensure on-time production.

·       Coordinate with procurement and inventory departments to ensure materials and supplies are available when needed.

Resource & Team Coordination

·       Allocate production resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, in alignment with production demands.

·       Coordinate assignments among production staff; ensure clear roles and responsibilities.

·       Supervise and support production staff to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Quality Control & Assurance

·       Monitor production output to ensure compliance with product specifications and company quality standards.

·       Collaborate with quality assurance to inspect materials, manage rejects, and implement corrective actions.

·       Maintain production documentation, including work orders, inspection reports, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Process Improvement & Cost Control

·       Analyze production data to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.

·       Recommend and implement process optimization initiatives to improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance cost efficiency.

·       Monitor production costs and suggest cost-saving opportunities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication

·       Liaise with maintenance, procurement, logistics, and quality teams to ensure smooth production operations.

·       Communicate regularly with management regarding production performance, challenges, and corrective actions.

 Safety, Compliance & Administration

·       Ensure compliance with safety regulations, industry guidelines, and company policies in the production area.

·       Maintain production records, inventory logs, and reports accurately.

·       Support administrative tasks related to production coordination (e.g., report generation, documentation, work order management).

Other Responsibilities

·       Perform any other duty as may be assigned by management from time to time.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

·       Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology or related field.

·       Understanding of manufacturing processes, quality management, safety standards, and inventory control.

·       Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in production coordination, operations, or related manufacturing roles.

·       Strong organizational, scheduling, and multitasking skills.

·       Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other tools for production planning and data handling.

·       Excellent communication skills (written & verbal) for coordination across teams.

·       Analytical and problem-solving capability, especially with production data and workflow challenges.

HOW TO APPLY

·       If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com

·       Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

·       Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.