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Production Supervisor at Kinangop Dairy Limited

Job Purpose

The Production Supervisor plays a critical role in ensuring efficient and reliable production operations by translating production plans into daily execution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure daily production targets are achieved within required timelines.
  • Monitor and control milk intake, processing, and utilization to minimize losses.
  • Supervise production of milk, and other dairy products.
  • Ensure effective CIP, sterilization, hygiene, and food safety standards.
  • Supervise packaging and filling machines to minimize downtime and wastage.
  • Ensure proper handling and accountability of packaging materials.
  • Maintain production records, waste reports, and shift reports.
  • Conduct routine quality checks before product release.
  • Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety requirements.
  • Report machine breakdowns and operational challenges for corrective action.
  • Ensure availability of production materials and supplies.
  • Participate in cost-control initiatives and resource optimization.
  • Provide leadership and supervision to production teams.

Qualifications

  • Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, Production Management, Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum 3 years‘ experience in dairy, food processing or FMCG manufacturing.
  • Knowledge of dairy processing operations, quality management, and food safety.
  • Experience with packaging/filling machines and production equipment.
  • Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of GMP, HACCP principles, and workplace safety standards.
  • Computer proficiency; ERP experience will be an added advantage.