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Job Title:   Workshop Supervisor

Organisation: Kakira Sugar Limited (KSL)

Duty Station: Jinja, Uganda

About Organisation:

Kakira Sugar Limited (KSL) is a leading sugar manufacturer in Uganda. KSL boasts of two sugar estates, one in Kakira – Jinja and the other in Kayunga.

Job Summary:   The primary responsibility of the Workshop Supervisor is to coordinate and oversee all machine shop activities to ensure efficient operations, high-quality output, and adherence to company policies, including safety and health standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Task Supervision and Allocation

• Monitor staff attendance, punctuality, and performance.
• Receive and process job orders, identify material requirements, and initiate requisitions for approval.
• Inspect intricate finished jobs for satisfactory workmanship and accuracy.
• Oversee the proper use of spare parts and workshop materials.
• Assign specific tasks to staff, providing technical guidance and support as necessary.
• Collaborate with the Technical Training Officer to supervise on-the-job training programs.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure the availability of required technical tools and instruments for tasks.
• Routinely check and maintain shop equipment, including lathes, shapers, mills, and grinders, to ensure proper servicing and accuracy.
• Verify that spare parts meet quality standards and specified tolerances.

Record Keeping and Housekeeping

• Maintain accurate records of completed work, materials used, and other workshop production activities for control purposes.
• Prepare and submit routine and ad hoc reports to the Workshop Superintendent.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the work environment, promoting good housekeeping practices.

Safety and Health Enforcement

• Adhere to and enforce company safety, health, and environmental policies among all subordinates.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma in Mechanical/Production Engineering or Workshop Technology from a recognized institution.

Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in lathe, milling, and shaping within a large mechanical workshop, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrable expertise in lathe, milling, and shaping operations, as well as lubrication and equipment servicing.
• Strong supervisory, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain high-quality standards in production.
• Proficiency in enforcing safety and operational protocols.

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Deadline: 25th January 2025

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