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Assistant Factory Manager
CountyNairobiCityNairobiContractFull TimePosted2026-09-10Close dateNot specifiedExperience4 yearsSourceBrighterMonday KenyaSalaryKSh Less than 15,000
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AI summary
Surelift Solutions Limited, on behalf of a client in the steel manufacturing industry, is hiring an Assistant Factory Manager to support efficient factory operations in Nairobi. The role involves overseeing daily production, supervising staff, monitoring quality and efficiency, ensuring safety standards, and preparing operational reports. A diploma or degree in manufacturing, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, production management, or a related field plus around four years of experience is required.
- Mid-level manufacturing role in Nairobi, full-time 8 to 5
- Requires diploma or bachelor's degree in manufacturing, mechanical, industrial, or production management
- Minimum 4 years experience in a manufacturing or factory environment
- Steel or metal manufacturing experience is an added advantage
- Involves production supervision, quality monitoring, safety compliance, and reporting
- Apply directly on BrighterMonday; no payment required to apply
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- Required4+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in sales, factory, product & project managementThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in NairobiThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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- Product & Project Management
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- Nairobi
- Full Time
- Manufacturing & Warehousing
- KSh
- Less than 15,000
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- Job summary
- Surelift Solutions Limited, on behalf of our client in the steel manufacturing industry, is looking to recruit a competent and results-oriented Assistant Factory Manager to support the efficient management of factory operations.
- Min Qualification:
- Diploma
Experience
- Level:
- Mid level
- Length:
- 4 years
- Language Requirement:
- English
- Working Hours:
- Full Time - 8 to 5
- Applicant
- Location:
- Kenya
- Job descriptions &
- in a manufacturing/factory environment.
- Strong understanding of production processes and factory operations.
- Good supervisory and team-management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet production targets.
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
- in the
- steel or metal manufacturing industry
- will be an added advantage.
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Requirements
- Key
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Management, or a related field.
- Previous
Responsibilities
- Assist in overseeing daily factory and production operations.
- Coordinate production activities to ensure timely completion of production targets.
- Supervise and coordinate factory staff and production teams.
- Monitor production processes, output, quality, and efficiency.
- Ensure adherence to workplace health, safety, and environmental standards.
- Assist in managing raw materials, machinery, equipment, and other production resources.
- Identify operational challenges and implement practical solutions.
- Coordinate maintenance of production machinery and equipment.
- Monitor wastage and support initiatives aimed at reducing production costs.
- Prepare and maintain production and operational reports.
- Work closely with management, stores, procurement, sales, and other departments.
- Ensure factory housekeeping and proper organization of the production environment.
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