Assistant Production Manager
Assistant Production Manager
Job Opening
YCL is looking to hire an Assistant Production Manager to be situated at the Head office.
Job Purpose
- To be effective in formulation and production of the YCL manufactured products.
- To research and develop new and existing products
- In-charge of Quality Control and inspection of products at the Laboratory and
Manufacturing area - Managing the production process from manufacturing to packaging
- In charge of formulations
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Responsibilities - Research and development of new and existing products (homecare, personal care, skincare and hair care e. t. c)
- Ensure that all products are tested and analyzed for raw materials before production and finished products after production
- In-charge of Quality Assurance
- Do laboratory trials in research and development of existing and proposed new products
- In-charge of Laboratory cleanliness and apparatus and equipment is tidy and operational
- Ensure that all laboratory reports are up to date organized, updated and submitted on time
- Assist in overseeing the daily operations of Production Department and its various
components, ensuring compliance with our standards, local, and, state policies and
regulations - In-charge of Quality Control and inspection of the products and laboratory and
manufacturing level - Assist in ensuring Health & Safety guidelines are adhered to within the Production premises
- Assist in following up with all legal requirements and regulations for production to run smoothly (KEBS, KAM, KMTLIB e. t. c)
- Develops or assists with the development and implementation of policies and procedures consistent with those of the organization to ensure efficient and safe operation of the unit
- Performs any other duties as assigned by the Immediate Supervisor
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Qualifications - A bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a similar field
- Minimum of 2 years experience in a Laboratory may be advantageous
Skills & Competencies - Excellent communicator and presentable
- Must be a good time manager, accurate and keen to details
- Must have strong analytical and communication skills
- Must be a team player and proactive to learn
- Must be honest and of high integrity
- Must have problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Must have strong organizational skills
- Must be flexible and able to work under pressure with strict deadlines with minimal or no supervision.
All applicants should send their CV’s and Cover Letters indicating their salary expectation to
vacancy@ycl.co.ke by Mid-day Friday, 18th March 2021.