Production Manager (Flower & Plant Industry) – Nairobi, Kenya

Our client, one of the worldwide market leaders in the flower and plant industry, is looking for a hands on

Production Manager

for its factory in Nairobi.

The successful candidate’s primary responsibility will be to oversee production processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and timely completion of products. The role involves managing factory workers, optimizing workflows and maintaining safety standards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Prepare and follow up on the production budget (including investments, amount of FTE, maintenance etc.).

Production reporting (daily report, monthly update on waste, OEE, CTP, RFT etc.).

Report on incidents and take action for improvement

Manage production planning for the factory (including midterm capacity management of both operators and machines), ensure deadlines are met.

Prioritize and escalate in case of issues

QESH in production (safety and compliance)

Improve efficiency and reduce waste through lean manufacturing and other methodologies.

Supervise and train production staff, assign tasks, and monitor performance.

Address production issues, equipment failures, and workflow bottlenecks.

Minimum Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, business management, or a related field

Minimum of 3 years of experience in production or manufacturing

Minimum of 5 years of experience in management

Certifications in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma are a plus

Leadership & team management

Strong organizational & problem-solving skills

Knowledge of manufacturing processes & industry standards

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Familiarity with ERP systems & production software

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