Blending Process Operator at Kenya Wine Agencies Limited (KWAL)

Job Purpose

Are you passionate about crafting exceptional beverages and ensuring worldclass production standards? Here’s your chance to join a dynamic team dedicated to producing high quality Ciders and RTDs (Ready to Drink) that delight consumers every time!

We’re looking for a Cider Blending Process Operator who is committed to excellence, precision, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What you will do as a Cider Blending Process Operator

As a key player in our Cider & RTD blending operations, you will:

• Support liquid manufacturing by conducting sensory and chemical analysis of raw materials, operating blending equipment and maintaining traceability through accurate logs.
• Troubleshoot and highlight process issues while supporting root‑cause analysis as well as corrective actions.
• Perform routine cleaning, sanitization, and autonomous maintenance of blending equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs focusing on productivity and sustainability e.g. water/energy utilizations and waste reduction.
• Uphold strict compliance with Food Safety, OHS, regulatory, and internal standards within the process.
• Identify hazards, report near misses, and ensure alignment with Heineken Safety Commitments.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science & Technology, Industrial Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar manufacturing or beverage processing role.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of wine/juice primary manufacturing
• Skilled in sensory analysis, GMP, QMS, FSSC application, and cellar hygiene.
• Proficient in basic Microsoft Office tools.
• Solid analytical and numerical abilities.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong critical thinking and decision‑making.
• Effective communication with diverse teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset and excellent organizational skills.
• Problem‑solving orientation with structured troubleshooting capabilities.