Production Shift Manager

Job Summary

To supervise and coordinate all operational activities in Cement mills; Raw Mill/Mix Storage, Kiln/Coal Circuits, and Refractory during the shift.

Job Responsibilities

• To coordinate and control process units including operation and maintenance; start-ups shutdowns and emergency management situations following standard procedures during the shift.
• Continuously monitor the shift using available tools, ensuring employee/plant safety and stable plant operations.
• To achieve production and quality targets by ensuring optimal performance while maintaining good housekeeping during the shift.
• Ensure high-quality raw meal production for stable kiln operation, at all times.
• Ensure all refractory activities are carried out safely and ensure injury and accident-free repair of the kilns during the shift.
• Managing refractories to avoid heat loss of any kind during plant operation by applying emergency heat loss prevention called external patching at the statics areas of the kiln
• Any other duty that may be assigned by the Head, Production.

Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• First Degree in Related Engineering Courses.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of demonstrated progressive operating experience in cement production engineering/refractory.
• Professional qualification/membership in relevant and recognized bodies will be an added advantage.
• Relevant MSc is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of cement production and refractory process.
• In-depth knowledge of product quality parameters and quality.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong people management and analytical skills.
• Problems solving skills.
• Proficiency in the use of computer.
• Technical skills.
• Team-playing skills.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development