We Go Places! How about you?

Location: Kiambu
Function: Supply Chain
Sub Function: Supply Chain - Production
Type of Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 18-06-2025

 

Join KWAL and be a part of something bigger, as we accelerate excellence as a proud member of the HEINEKEN global family.  While we unlock new opportunities and shape the next chapter of our journey, KWAL is embedding a high-performing, agile business driven by innovation and purpose. If you're energized by transformation and inspired to make a meaningful difference, this is your moment to lead change and grow with a business that’s going places – fast!

 

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

 

Kenya Wine Agencies Limited (KWAL) was incorporated in 1969 and over the years KWAL has become a leading East African beverage champion in the manufacturing, exporting and importation of a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. KWAL is a HEINEKEN OpCo.