Operations · Full-time
Direct employerProduction Supervisor
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About this role
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Role overview
Sun King is hiring a Production Supervisor for their assembly lines of TVs and smartphones at Tatu City, Kenya. This full-time permanent role suits candidates with experience in electronics manufacturing who can manage production teams and processes effectively.
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What you will do
- Manage daily operations of the production floor including scheduling and staffing.
- Monitor production metrics and implement improvements as needed.
- Coordinate with Materials Handling Teams to ensure raw materials availability.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Train and mentor production staff to improve skills and performance.
- Conduct performance evaluations and address team issues.
- Collaborate with engineering and quality assurance to resolve technical problems and enhance quality.
- Apply Kaizen principles and continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and reduce waste.
- Prepare reports on production performance including output and efficiency.
- Support New Product Introduction activities such as training and trial production.
Requirements
- Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering.
- At least 5 years of experience in the electronics industry, including 2 years in a supervisory role.
- Proven experience in production supervision within electronics manufacturing, with knowledge of CKD/SKD processes.
- Strong leadership and management skills to motivate teams.
- Knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and inventory management.
- Good problem-solving and decision-making skills focused on root cause analysis and continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting at all organizational levels.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Understanding of quality management systems, lean manufacturing, and safety regulations.
- Familiarity with Kaizen 6S principles.
- Knowledge of production machinery and assembly procedures.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing safety protocols.
Benefits
The employer offers professional growth opportunities in a dynamic industry, a collaborative and inclusive work culture, multicultural experience, and structured learning and development programs.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact by submitting your application before the closing date, which has not been published.