Latest Vacancies at KimFay East Africa Limited

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Forklift Operator to efficiently handle, move, and store materials within the plant and warehouse, all while adhering to strict safety and quality standards.

Qualifications and skills

• Certified forklift operator with a valid driving license and 3+ years of experience in industrial/plant material handling.
• Skilled in safely loading, unloading and moving materials while adhering to quality, environmental and occupational health & safety (OHS) standards.
• Ability to operate electric forklifts and specialized equipment such as bale/reel clamps and three-wheeler forklifts.
• Strong operational awareness and attention to detail, performing daily equipment checks, preventive maintenance and safe handling of equipment.
• Detail-oriented team player with excellent time management and communication skills to ensure smooth production and warehouse flow.
• Ability to organize materials in storage racks following FIFO principles and ensure goods are stacked and secured correctly.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for clear reporting and effective collaboration with production and warehouse teams.

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We are seeking to hire a hands-on, proactive, and reliable individual to support the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of the Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP). The ideal candidate will ensure that wastewater treatment processes run efficiently, environmental and safety standards are consistently met, and any system issues are identified and addressed promptly and effectively.

Qualifications and skills

• Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of two years experience in ETP Operations in the paper industry.
• Sound knowledge of wastewater treatment processes.
• Ability to identify faults and troubleshoot ETP equipment and process issues.
• Good communication skills for coordinating with production and maintenance teams.
• Ability to work independently and during shifts, including responding to emergencies.
• Ability to monitor and control ETP parameters such as pH, COD, BOD, and flow rates.

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We are looking for a hands-on Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to ensure the smooth operation, maintenance and reliability of all plant electrical and control systems. The role involves performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting faults, installing new equipment, and maintaining accurate system data while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications and skills

• Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs (Siemens, Mitsubishi, Delta, Inovance, Omron), SCADA/HMI systems, and industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus).
• Familiarity with Siemens DCS infrastructure (PCS7, Simatic Manager, WinCC).
• Experience in calibration of process transmitters, control valves, and valve positioners (ABB, Yokogawa, Endress+Hauser).
• Strong skills in troubleshooting motors, starters, frequency drives, and electrical/power circuits.
• Hands-on experience with pneumatic/hydraulic systems, cable laying, and power distribution design.
• Hand-on experience with both electrical & instruments measuring tools.