Manufacturing

Production Supervisor

Peoplelink Consultants Ltd·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Contract
ManufacturingFull TimeContract
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RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Oversee, train, and manage machine operators and production workers on the molding floor.
  • Coordinate daily manufacturing runs across extrusion, injection, or blow molding lines to meet strict delivery schedules.
  • Monitor machine cycle times and raw materials to maximize efficiency and minimize plastic scrap/waste.
  • Conduct regular audits on finished products to ensure zero-defect standards while enforcing workplace safety regulations. Identify and resolve molding defects (such as flashing and warping) and machine downtime in coordination with the maintenance team.
  • Maintain accurate daily production logs, raw material usage records, and yield reports.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Polymer/Plastics Engineering (or an equivalent technical field).
  • 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience specifically within a plastic manufacturing environment (injection molding, extrusion, or blow molding). Strong understanding of plastic materials, mold setups, machine calibration, and processing parameters.
  • Excellent leadership, troubleshooting, and communication skills, with a proactive approach to solving production floor issues.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDDiploma
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At a glance

Company

Peoplelink Consultants Ltd

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Contract

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

July 16, 2026

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