Shift Supervisor

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Allocate and monitor work assigned to subordinates to ensure smooth workflow.
• Provide technical guidance and support to subordinates in the plant.
• Monitor inventory levels and prepare requisitions for raw materials and spare parts.
• Prepare and submit daily production reports accurately and timely.
• Oversee preventive maintenance to ensure timely execution and minimize downtime.
• Ensure efficient plant utilization while adhering to company quality standards and production planning.
• Monitor worker performance during the production process, ensuring adherence to productivity and quality targets.
• Enter production data into the Enterprise Resource Application database.
• Ensure proper housekeeping practices are maintained in production area.
• In consultation with the production Officer / Manager, determine and implement efficient production methods.
• Ensure that the products are produced on time and meet quality standards.
• Monitor the production process to ensure compliance with quality control programs.
• Select and maintain equipment, working closely with managers to achieve company objectives.
• Implement the health and safety guidelines to protect employees, materials and machinery.
• Identify training needs and provide necessary skill development opportunities for staff.
• Communicate business and company issues effectively to the line manager and foster a positive team spirit.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the PO / Manufacturing Manager / BUM.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Management or related discipline.
• Good communication skills including reading skills.
• An aptitude for math.
• Physical strength and stamina.
• The ability to work in high places.
• The ability to get along well with co-workers.
• The ability to keep up to date with changing technology.
• Strategic Planning.
• Team building skills.
• Decision & problem-solving skills.
• Planning skills.
• Conform to environmental management system requirements.
• 2 Years relevant experience in a manufacturing or recycling plant, preferably in a supervisory role.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their Cover letter stating the Job Ref No. in the subject line, CV and Academic Credentials via Email to recruitment.hr@mukwano.com. All attachments should be submitted as a single PDF document. Closing date of receiving applications is two weeks from the date of this advertisement i.e. from 13th June 2026 to 26th June 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be communicated with after the closing date. Any form of canvassing is strictly prohibited.

Deadline: 26th June 2026

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.