Manufacturing

Production Supervisor At Cdl Human Resource

CDL Human Resource·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Onsite
ManufacturingFull TimeOnsite
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About the Role

  • Our client, a leading manufacturer in the food processing industry, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Production Supervisor to oversee daily factory operations. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient production, maintaining high product quality standards, optimizing production processes, and fostering a safe and productive work environment.
  • The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience supervising manufacturing teams, and a solid understanding of production planning, quality control, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Production Supervision & Team Leadership

  • Supervise, coach, and support production staff to achieve daily production targets.
  • Prepare work schedules and allocate resources effectively.
  • Monitor employee performance and provide training and development where needed.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Production Operations Management

  • Plan, coordinate, and monitor daily manufacturing activities.
  • Ensure production schedules are achieved while maintaining efficiency and quality.
  • Adjust workflows and resource allocation to meet changing production demands.
  • Maintain accurate production tracking and performance records.

Quality Assurance

  • Ensure products consistently meet established quality standards and specifications.
  • Conduct routine inspections of production processes and equipment.
  • Investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Promote adherence to quality management systems and food safety requirements.

Process Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes.

Health, Safety & Compliance

  • Enforce workplace health and safety policies and procedures.
  • Conduct safety briefings and promote a strong safety culture.
  • Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
  • Report and follow up on incidents and corrective actions.

Reporting & Documentation

  • Maintain accurate production records and operational reports.
  • Track key production metrics and communicate performance to management.
  • Document production issues, downtime, and process changes.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, Food Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
  • Relevant manufacturing experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications.
  • 3 - 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the food processing industry.

Required Skills & Competencies

  • Strong leadership and people management skills.
  • Excellent planning, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing operations and quality control principles.
  • Experience using production management systems and reporting tools.
  • Good understanding of occupational health and safety regulations.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills.

Personal Attributes

  • Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality.
  • Ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
  • Proactive, accountable, and results-driven.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND

At a glance

Company

CDL Human Resource

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

August 20, 2026

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