QSSK- PLANT ENGINEERENGINEERING MANAGERMAINTENANCE MANAGER- (CONFECTIONERY DIVISION)
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JOB TITLE: PLANT ENGINEER / ENGINEERING MANAGER / MAINTENANCE MANAGER- (CONFECTIONERY DIVISION)
About This Job:
Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda Kenya Tanzania Rwanda and South Sudan.
On behalf of our client we are looking for a competent skilled and experienced Plant Engineer / Engineering Manager / Maintenance Manager- Confectionery Division to work in Kenya.
Job Purpose
To provide engineering leadership through the effective management of maintenance utilities reliability plant assets and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure safe efficient and cost-effective manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Maintenance & Reliability
- Develop and implement preventive predictive and corrective maintenance programs.
- Monitor equipment performance and improve plant reliability.
- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) investigations and implement corrective actions.
- Track and improve MTBF and MTTR.
- Implement condition-monitoring techniques and reliability-centered maintenance.
2. Utilities Management
- Manage all plant utilities including boilers air compressors refrigeration systems steam systems power distribution water treatment and wastewater treatment facilities.
- Ensure uninterrupted utility services and monitor consumption for optimization.
- Ensure compliance with safety environmental and regulatory requirements.
3. Spare Parts & Inventory
- Ensure availability of critical spare parts.
- Monitor consumption and inventory levels; review variances and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with procurement for timely acquisition of engineering materials.
4. Engineering Projects & CAPEX
- Plan coordinate and implement engineering projects including equipment installation modification commissioning and plant expansions.
- Develop technical specifications and manage projects within approved budgets and timelines.
5. Safety Food Safety & Compliance
- Promote a culture of safety and ensure compliance with OSHA food safety (GMP) and environmental regulations.
- Conduct safety audits and implement corrective actions.
6. Continuous Improvement
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve plant efficiency.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing TPM and 5S methodologies.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve OEE.
7. Team Leadership & People Management
- Lead coach and develop the engineering and maintenance team.
- Conduct performance appraisals and identify training needs.
- Develop an Engineering Skill Matrix and conduct competency assessments.
8. Budget & Financial Management
- Prepare and manage the Engineering and Maintenance budget.
- Ensure maintenance spending is controlled within budget.
9. Documentation & Systems
- Maintain accurate equipment histories maintenance records and breakdown reports in SAP or approved systems.
- Prepare and submit engineering performance reports.
Education
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Electrical Mechatronics or Industrial Engineering.
- Registration with relevant engineering professional body is an added advantage.
Experience
- 710 years of engineering experience within an FMCG manufacturing environment.
- At least 5 years of experience in confectionery manufacturing.
- Experience managing high-speed production lines.
Technical Skills
- Hands-on experience with confectionery manufacturing equipment.
Required Skills:
Experience 710 years of engineering experience within an FMCG manufacturing environment. At least 5 years of experience in confectionery manufacturing. Experience managing high-speed beverage production lines. Technical Skills Hands-on experience with confectionery manufacturing equipment. Knowledge of preventive predictive and reliability-centered maintenance. Experience with utilities management. Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems. Experience with SAP maintenance modules. Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills. Knowledge of TPM Lean Manufacturing and 5S methodologies. Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics. Knowledge of OEE MTBF MTTR and RCA methodologies. Core Competencies Hands-on technical and problem-solving ability. Analytical and data-driven decision making. Strong planning execution and follow-up. RCA and continuous improvement mindset. Cost and business awareness. Effective communication and stakeholder management. Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities. Strong safety and quality mindset. Ability to coach and develop engineering talent.
Required Education:
Education Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechatronics Engineering Industrial Engineering or an equivalent engineering discipline from a recognized institution. Registration with the relevant engineering professional body is an added advantage.
