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ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MANAGER
Brites Management Services Limited
Product & Project Management
Manufacturing & Warehousing
Confidential
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Job Summary
Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Production Management, or a related field.
- Minimum Qualification : Diploma
- Experience Level : Mid level
- Experience Length : 5 years
Job Description/Requirements
NATURE OF JOB: FULL TIME
INDUSTRY: MANUFACTURING
SALARY KSHS. 80,000-100,000
JOB LOCATION THIKA
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Production & Operations Management
• Assist in planning, organizing, and supervising daily production activities to meet output and quality targets.
• Monitor production processes to ensure efficiency, consistency, and compliance with SOPs.
• Support the implementation of production schedules and ensure timely delivery of finished products.
• Coordinate material availability with procurement and inventory teams.
Equipment & Process Oversight
• Ensure proper use, maintenance, and calibration of manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot production equipment issues and liaise with technical teams for repairs.
• Recommend improvements for process optimization, cost reduction, and reduced downtime.
Quality & Food Safety Compliance
• Ensure adherence to food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP) across all operations.
• Work closely with quality assurance teams to maintain consistent product quality.
• Participate in internal audits and corrective action plans.
Team Leadership & People Management
• Supervise and guide production staff to achieve operational goals.
• Participate in staff training on processes, safety, and equipment handling.
• Monitor staff performance and support continuous skill development.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports for management review.
• Analyze production data and contribute to initiatives that enhance productivity.
• Participate in planning and executing improvement projects within the operations unit.
KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION
• Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Production Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in food processing, preferably within paste or jam manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing equipment and production workflow.
• Knowledge of food safety standards, quality systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in production planning and process optimization.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
HOW TO APPLY
• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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