Factory Manager at New Kenya Co-operative Creameries Limited

Job Description

• Overseeing the administrative and technical aspects of the different sections in the factory
• Allocating duties and instructing the supervisors in the various sections
• Reviewing, approving and advising on internal reports from the various sections
• Approving all accounting and internal control documentation
• Advising the Head of Production on key issues that impact the production function
• Assessing and appraising the performance of factory management staff
• Preparing the factory budget for management
• Ensuring production targets are achieved
• Ensuring production controls on raw materials, packaging materials and utilities
• Assisting in the sourcing and procurement of milk within his/her region
• Acting as NKCC’s representative in charge of affairs within the defined region of operation
• Any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ Degree in Food Science and Technology, Dairy Technology or related field
• Certified in ISO Systems Management / Quality Management Systems / Food Management Systems
• Six (6) years’ work experience as a Production Supervisor or Quality Assurance Officer in a milk processing plant

Skills

• Good people management skills
• Results oriented
• Ability to develop self and others through coaching
• Ability to work under immense pressure with no supervision