Production Supervisor

Department: Research & Procurement

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Kenya

Reporting To: Senior Manufacturing Manager

Description

What you would be expected to do:

• Oversee and supervise the day-to-day operations of the production floor, including scheduling, staffing, and workflow management.
• Monitor production processes and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate with Materials Handling Teams to ensure the availability of raw materials and components for production.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
• Train, mentor, and develop production staff to enhance their skills, knowledge, and performance.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and address any issues or concerns within the production team.
• Work with engineering and quality assurance teams to resolve technical issues, improve product quality, and optimize production processes.
• Implement Kaizen tenets and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and streamline operations.
• Prepare regular reports on production performance, including key metrics such as production output, throughput, and efficiency.
• Monitor production processes and equipment performance to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
• assist New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including training and trial production.

You might be a strong candidate if you:

• Possess a degree in Electrical and Electronics engineering, manufacturing/industrial engineering.
• Have a minimum 5 years work experience in the electronics industry, including 2 years in supervisory.
• Demonstrate proven experience in a production supervisory role within the electronics manufacturing industry, with a strong comprehension of the CKD/SKD process and technology.
• Have excellent stewardship and managerial skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve production goals.
• Demonstrate solid knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and inventory management tenets and practices.
• Have strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities with a focus on root cause analysis and continuous improvement
• Possess excellent communication and people relations skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Demonstrate knowledge of quality management systems, lean manufacturing guidelines, and safety regulations.
• Possess knowledge of Kaizen 6S Tenets
• Have a comprehension of production machinery and proper assembly procedures.
• Possess excellent knowledge of manufacturing safety protocols and regulations.

What we offer:

• An opportunity to grow as a professional in a dynamic, fast growing, high impact industry; 
•  The chance to work in an open minded, collaborative culture surrounded by enthusiastic Greenlighters who are driven by the challenge of continuously innovating and growing a smart, sustainable business with profound impact on the world;  
• A truly multicultural experience: you will have the chance to work with and learn from people from different geographies, nationalities, and backgrounds. Structured, tailored learning and development programs that help you become a better leader, manager, and professional through the Greenlight Academy.