Job Purpose

This position is responsible for ensuring that the assigned machine runs optimally in terms of quality and quantity within a safe working environment. The role holder also ensures good collaboration with co-workers to help the team achieve high levels of productivity in alignment to KWAL and Heineken overall organisational goals and objectives.

Main Responsibilities

Machine operations

• Operate the assigned machine in accordance with the operating procedures to ensure proper operation of the machine and safe working environment.
• Perform SKU & Products machine changeovers.
• Prepare all necessary tools, equipment and materials required for the assigned machine in compliance with the approved processes and procedures.
• Prepare and submit reports to the Line Controller of downtime and the product quality index at their station with the aim of driving enhanced performance.
• Perform the adjustments and setting of the assigned machine to ensure quality output at their station and reduction of product wastage while upholding safety and product quality standards.
• Inspect inputs and outputs for quality to identify causes of defects and rectify to ensure product quality and minimize wastage.
• Record all breakdowns.

Compliance with standards

• Inspect the quality of dry goods to ensure conformance to the established standards for a high-quality product index.
• Monitoring of Critical Control Points (CCPs) and Operational Prerequisite Programs and reporting deviations and also taking corrective actions.
• Comply with all applicable quality, safety, health, and environmental standards such as ISO 9901, 22000/ HACCP where applicable.
• Comply with all applicable quality, safety, health, and environmental standards such as ISO 9901, 22000/ HACCP where applicable.
• Operate the assigned machine in accordance with the operating procedures to ensure proper operation of the machine and safe working environment.

Front Line Maintenance/ Autonomous Maintenance (AM)

• Liaise with maintenance for major breakdowns and to ensure that the machines are serviced on time and routinely to reduce plant downtime.
• Carry out minor/routine (autonomous) maintenance of the respective machine, ensure that cleaning is done before and after every production run, and comply with plant/equipment scheduled maintenance.

Quality at Source

• Inspect inputs and outputs for quality to identify causes of defects and rectify to ensure product quality and minimise wastage.
• Participate in the actual changeover process to ensure the product quality is upheld in the next shift.
• Inspect and ensure quality control on the lines are adhered to and executed as per the agreed plans and strategies in place.
• Ensure that the assigned machine runs optimally in terms of quality and quantity within a safe working environment.

TPM and Continuous Improvement

• Support the TPM way of working.
• Support the implementation of the improvement activities.

Minimum Required Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Academic Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics or Production Engineering

Experience

• Entry Level, No experience Required

Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Health and safety
• Maintenance and root cause problem solving skills
• Ability to control quality in a process
• Autonomous maintenance
• Documentation skills

Behavioural Competencies

• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Demonstrate a deep commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs. This includes actively seeking feedback, anticipating customer preferences, and tailoring services to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
• Communicate effectively with diverse audiences, ensuring clarity and understanding. This includes using appropriate channels and styles to convey messages and actively listening to feedback.
• Physical Stamina and Strength
• High level of integrity
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Seeks innovative ideas and approaches to improve products and processes
• Continuously seeks new opportunities to enhance products and services
• Utilise analytical skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good Interpersonal skills

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Job Purpose

This position is responsible for effectively controlling and managing inventory at the depot according to laid down Company policies and procedures, offer an effective and efficient customer service delivery, and ensure all statutory and regulatory requirements are adhered to.

Main Responsibilities

Inventory Management

• Receive in-bound finished goods from other warehouses to confirm the accurate transfer and condition of goods as per the stock policy and inspection of goods procedures.
• Daily planning of resources including labour, space and machinery in the depot to ensure maximum utilisation of the same in a cost-effective manner.
• Ensure the goods received are properly arranged or stacked in accordance with pre-marked lot/batch numbers with clear aisles / gangways left between adjacent stacks.
• Coordinate and accurately maintain and update (real-time) system posting for all the stock movements of goods in the assigned stores at all times.
• Accurately dispatch out-bound goods to the various company warehouses and customers and ensure correct documentation for each dispatched consignment.
• Keep proper custody of all stocks and store keys in the assigned store, responsible for opening and closing the store at the start and end of every-day shift in line with the warehousing policies and procedures.
• Ensure proper disbursement and accountability of the allocated depot petty cash as per laid down procedures.
• Plan and oversee the arrangement and cleaning of the assigned warehouse/store at all times as per the Healthy, Safety and Environment requirements.
• Ensure timely renewal of Depot licences in line with the required local laws and regulations.
• Ensure proper stock rotation is practised in the warehouse at all times and that First-Expiry-First-Out (FEFO) rule is strictly observed and adhered to eliminate expiries on shelf-life products as per stock policy/procedures.
• Conduct regular stock checks and weekly/monthly stock-takes of all stocks in the warehouse and account justifiably for any observed stock variances promptly as per laid down stock procedures.
• Carry out daily and or weekly ‘cross referencing’ on stock reconciliation/movements and ensure that the physical stocks and the System stock status/history transactions tally at all times. Any variances so detected must be reported to the Warehouse Supervisor at once with full justifications thereof for corrective action.
• Coordinate and prepare weekly analysis on work plans and resources mobilisation /requirements in liaison with the controlling Manager including accomplished tasks, pending tasks, scheduled assignments and stock order cycles.
• Coordinate handling of customer product returns from customer service/sales as per product return guidelines and customer complaint policy/procedures.
• To ensure compliance with system audits e.g. QMS and process audits within the depots.
• Provide a safe working environment, adhering to Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and ensuring they are understood and practiced by the team at all times

TPM and Continuous Improvement

• Monitor and support the TPM way of working.
• Support the implementation of the TPM improvement activities.
• Drive continuous improvement

Supervision

• Supervise, evaluate and review the performance of the store clerks in the assigned warehouse to create an environment where they can realise their full potential and contribute to the attainment of departmental and organisational goals.

Minimum Required Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.

Professional Qualifications

• East Africa Customs and Freight Forwarders Practising Certificate (EACFFPC) or a related certification

Experience

• At least 3 years experience in a similar role
• Practical experience in use of MS packages and ERP systems

Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Proficient in using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to manage supply chain processes, enhance data accuracy, and improve overall efficiency.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of managing financial records, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
• Demonstrate an understanding of managing inventory levels, ensuring accurate tracking, and optimising inventory turnover to support operational efficiency.
• Skilled in implementing and maintaining health and safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Capable of managing change within the supply chain, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to operations.

Behavioural Competencies

• Exhibit strong self-awareness and empathy, effectively managing personal emotions and understanding those of others. This fosters a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Employ logical reasoning and critical analysis to evaluate information and make sound decisions. This includes considering various perspectives and potential impacts before taking action.
• Demonstrate a deep commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs. This includes actively seeking feedback, anticipating customer preferences, and tailoring services to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
• Communicate effectively with diverse audiences, ensuring clarity and understanding. This includes using appropriate channels and styles to convey messages and actively listening to feedback.
• Utilise analytical skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions. This involves a methodical approach to troubleshooting, ensuring minimal disruption and optimal outcomes.

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