Production Supervisor (Castor Beans)

About the role

An agricultural enterprise in Naivasha, Kenya, is looking for an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee the cultivation of castor beans. The role covers managing farm workers and machine operators and ensuring quality control in line with agricultural best practices.

Key responsibilities

• Direct planting, cultivation, irrigation and pest control to ensure healthy crops and good yields.
• Lead and train farm workers, tractor operators and machine operators in efficient farming and safety practices.
• Ensure produce quality meets standards for market sale and processing.
• Maintain machinery and tools, ensuring proper use and regular servicing.
• Manage seeds, fertilizers and pesticides to maximize cost-efficiency.
• Document farm activities, crop health and yields, and report to management.
• Operate within budget for labor, machinery and inputs, and implement health and safety protocols and regulatory compliance.

Required profile

• Proven background in crop cultivation, ideally in castor beans and potatoes.
• At least 4 years of experience as a Production Supervisor.
• Experience supervising farm laborers and operators with a focus on productivity.
• Familiarity with crop rotation, irrigation and pest control methods.
• Understanding of farm machinery maintenance and efficient usage.
• Ability to document farm processes, crop health and resource allocation.
• Experience managing budgets and controlling production costs.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.