Kakira Sugar
Instrumentation Engineer
Location: Uganda
Brief description:
Closing Date: December 27, 2023
Overall Job Objective:
As an Instrumentation Engineer in the Bottling Plant department, your role is to provide crucial site Instrumentation and Electrical support. Reporting to the Bottling Plant Manager, you bring over 5 years of experience in FMCG operations, particularly in the Bottling industry. Your responsibilities include ensuring the safe and reliable maintenance of plant and equipment, managing electrical aspects, and developing maintenance plans. Proficient in PLC, HMI, VFDs, and SCADA operations, you troubleshoot industrial networks, implement modifications, and oversee inventory control. Your role extends to training operators, technicians, and contractors, emphasizing safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. Your ability to work independently and make informed decisions adds to your effectiveness, contributing significantly to the plant’s product integrity and overall asset care.
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ISO Officer
Location: Uganda
Brief description:
Closing Date: December 27, 2023
Overall Job Objective: As the ISO Officer in the Administration department’s General Admin section, your role involves coordinating ISO and system maintenance activities to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards across Kakira’s operations. Reporting to the Management Systems Co-Ordinator, you develop procedures, manuals, and documentation, conduct internal audits, and lead training initiatives. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Chemistry and over three years of experience, you bring valuable skills in supervision, communication, and interpersonal relations to foster a culture of safety and compliance within the organization.
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Safety Health & Environment Manager
Location: Uganda
Brief description:
Closing Date: December 27, 2023
Overall Job Objective: The Superintendent – Repair and maintenance oversees the planning, development, and supervision of the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of electronic instruments and gadgets within the Sugar Factory’s Electrical section. Responsibilities include analyzing machine failures, coordinating repair orders and maintenance schedules, managing subordinate staff, and ensuring the efficient execution of electrical repairs and maintenance across the estate. The ideal candidate holds a B.Sc. degree in electrical engineering, possesses at least five years of hands-on experience in a process industry, and demonstrates knowledge in electrical power safety regulations, maintenance procedures, and supervisory skills. Additionally, the Superintendent submits reports to the Dy. Electrical Engineering Manager and upholds compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
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Supervisor – Mill DCS
Location: Uganda
Brief description:
Closing Date: December 27, 2023
Overall Job Objective: As a Supervisor – Mill DCS in the Factory’s Mechanical Section, your primary responsibility is to monitor mill operations through DCS (Distributed Control System) and maintain mill efficiency parameters, ensuring the production of high-quality bagasse. Reporting to the Superintendent – Shift Mechanical, you oversee the safe starting and stopping of mills, conduct quick inspections based on handover reports, and perform mill supervisor duties when required. Your role involves assigning and directing staff, providing technical guidance during shutdowns, and ensuring compliance with Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) standards. With a degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of two to five years of relevant experience, including supervisory skills, good communication, and interpersonal abilities, you play a vital role in maintaining plant efficiency. Additionally, you directly supervise plant overhauling, prepare shift handover reports, and handle other duties assigned by the shift engineer. Your expertise contributes to the overall success of mill operations within the Factory’s Mechanical Section.
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Supervisor Production
Location: Uganda
Brief description:
Closing Date: December 27, 2023
Overall Job Objective: As a Production Supervisor in the Sweets Factory, you oversee sweet production, ensuring adherence to set standards. Reporting to the Deputy Manager, you manage Shift Technicians and Operators, plan resources, and maintain high-quality standards. With a Diploma in Industrial Chemistry or Food Science and Technology, plus a Certificate in Supervisory Management, and 2 years of experience, you bring expertise in manufacturing, machine operation, and confectionery business management. Your role involves coordination, record-keeping, and enforcing safety measures. Proficiency in Ms Office, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills, contributes to your success in this role.
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Technician – Laboratory
Location: Uganda
Brief description:
Closing Date: December 27, 2023
Overall job description: As a Laboratory Technician in the Factory department’s Quality Control section, your role focuses on conducting special analyses, preparing reagents, and calibrating laboratory instruments. Reporting to the Superintendent – Laboratory, you supervise the operation of the Reverse Osmosis plant and oversee the dosing of various chemicals. You play a crucial role in maintaining quality parameters to produce high-quality sugar and minimize losses. Supervision of Laboratory Attendants, Samplers, and Analysts is integral to enhancing overall laboratory efficiency. With a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Industrial Engineering and a minimum of two years’ experience in quality control, your knowledge of laboratory procedures, chemical identification, calibration, analytical test result calculation, computer skills, and supervisory expertise are essential. Training and guiding laboratory staff, preparing reports, and enforcing safety and health precautions demonstrate the breadth of your responsibilities in ensuring the laboratory’s success. Adaptability to perform additional duties as assigned reflects your commitment to contributing to the overall goals of the Laboratory and the Company.
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Supervisor – Weighbridge
Location: Uganda
Brief description:
Closing Date: December 27, 2023
Overall job description: As a Weighbridge Supervisor in the Agriculture department’s Agric. Transport section, your primary responsibility is to monitor weighment operations for both Out growers and estate canes. Reporting to the Superintendent – Cane Transport, you oversee staff, ensuring accurate data recording and certification of cane deliveries. Your tasks include maintaining meticulous records, supervising vehicle operations, and enforcing disciplinary measures. With a Diploma in Logistics and Transport, Business Administration, or Information Technology, and a minimum of two years of hands-on experience, your computer proficiency, supervisory skills, and effective communication are essential. Regular interaction with employees, management, and stakeholders is required, emphasizing the importance of your interpersonal and analytical skills. Adherence to safety, health, and environmental policies, along with flexibility to work across the estate, is crucial for success in this role.
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