Vacancy title:
Head of Production

Jobs at:
AFRIpads Uganda Ltd

Deadline of this Job:
6th July, 2018

Duty Station:
Masaka, Uganda

Job details:
Position: Head of Production
Location: Masaka, Uganda I Start Date: August 2018
Contract Period: 2 Years

About AFRlpads
AFRIpads Uganda Ltd is a fast-growing social business in Uganda that manufactures and sells reusable (washable) cloth sanitary pads as an impactful feminine hygiene solution for the millions of women and girls in East Africa and beyond. AFRIpads seeks a Head of Production to oversee the manufacturing of our reusable sanitary pads at our factory in Masaka, Uganda.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee entire production process from intake of raw materials to output of finished products
•  Provide clear and timely production planning including giving indications of raw material needs and developing daily work plans tor all departments
• Ensure 100% quality of all products and proactively recognize all risks that could affect future quality
• Analyse all production processes in both human and machine capacity to optimize efficiencies
• Build yearly production budget and track expenses over the year in relation to the budget
• Create detailed reports including but not limited to tracking movements of inventory, efficiency gains, etc.
• Support the Research & Development team in testing the production of new products to help management determine the viability of taking on these new endeavours

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in operational management tor a commercial manufacturing company
• Advanced quantitative analysis skills and advanced knowledge in excel
• Ability to manage, train and empower a multi-cultural team of operational staff
• Strong references from past managers
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills (English)
• Entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative nature

Job application procedure
Suitably qualified candidates should submit their CV and cover letter (statement of interest), contact information, names and contact details of three references. We thank all candidates who choose to apply, however, only those selected tor a further interview will be contacted. No phone calls please Submit your application to: info@afripads.com  with the subject line: HEAD OF PRODUCTION, not later than 6th July, 2018.