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Job Title:  Production Supervisor

Organisation: Quality Plastics (U) Limited (QPL)

Duty Station:  Mukono, Uganda

About the Company:

Quality Plastics (U) Limited (QPL) stands at the forefront of industrial packaging in the East African Region. Based in Mukono, Uganda, and incorporated in 1997, QPL has dedicated itself to being the premier provider of printed and plain industrial packaging, catering to diverse industries such as Food & Beverages, Pharmaceutical, Agriculture, and Construction.

Job Summary:   Quality Plastics (U) Ltd is looking for a Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations, drive efficiency, and uphold quality standards. If you are a results-oriented professional with strong organizational and planning skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a talent for motivating teams, we would love to hear from you!

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the PET recycling washing line, including sorting, shredding, washing, and drying processes.
• Ensure efficient workflow and adherence to production schedules.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Implement and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and quality control standards.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure recycled PET meets required quality specifications.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety standards, environmental regulations, and industry best practices.
• Report on the performance of the systems and suggest on the opportunity for improvement.
• Supervise, train, and motivate production teams for maximum performance.
• Conduct on-the-job training for new employees on proper machine operation and safety protocols.
• Promote teamwork and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate production logs and records of machine performance.
• Analyse production data to track performance, identify trends, and suggest improvements.
• Prepare reports on production output, efficiency, and operational challenges for management review.
• Ensure working environment always maintained clean to avoid contamination of product
• Enforce workplace safety regulations to ensure a hazard-free environment.
• Implement proper handling and disposal of waste materials per environmental standards.
• Conduct routine safety audits and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Perform any other duties which may be required by management.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum Experience: 3years of experience in manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in a Supervisory role.
• Minimum Education: Certificate/Diploma in Accounting or any related field.
• Excellent knowledge in English (verbal and written).
• Good Knowledge of MS Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good knowledge of applicable standards, local rules and regulations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including shifts, as required by production demands.

How to Apply:

All qualified candidates should send their CV, application and academic transcript as one document to hr@qualityuganda.com

Deadline: 22nd February 2025

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