Production Operations Supervisor – Manufacturing

About the role

The Production Operations Supervisor ensures smooth and efficient execution of manufacturing activities at our facility in Miwani, Kisumu County. The role coordinates production scheduling, monitors material availability, and resolves operational issues to meet daily production targets.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate production schedules, including product and color/design scheduling, based on production requirements and available capacity.
• Maintain, update and monitor production work orders in the ERP/production management system.
• Identify, follow up and resolve system‑related abnormalities and discrepancies promptly.
• Track the availability and delivery status of locally sourced production materials.
• Follow up on delayed, insufficient or abnormal material deliveries and coordinate with relevant departments for timely resolution.
• Monitor daily production activities and track progress against the approved production plan.
• Prepare and maintain accurate daily, weekly and monthly production and operational reports.
• Ensure production data and records are accurate, complete and updated on time.
• Support the implementation and improvement of production procedures and operational processes.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor or management.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Logistics, Operations Management, Production Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in production or operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)