Production Supervisor
- Nairobi
- Permanent
- Full-time
A Production Supervisor will be in charge of the overall management, supervision, and performance of the TV and smartphone assembly lines. This includes planning and executing daily production schedules, ensuring high-quality standards, maintaining a safe working environment, and steering a team of production operators and technicians. The role requires strong stewardship, hands-on technical comprehension of electronic assembly processes, and a keen focus on operational efficiency, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.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.
- 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.
- 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.