Production Supervisor – Naivasha at Summit Recruitment and Search

Summit Recruitment & Search was established in 2009 to address the recruitment, mass recruitment, executive search, outsourcing and training needs of companies based in Kenya or wanting to enter the Kenyan, East African, South African and African market. We have a leading proven track record in our field in South Africa, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Rw...

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• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience3 years
• LocationNairobi
• Job FieldManufacturing&nbsp

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct planting, cultivation, irrigation, and pest control efforts for optimal crop health and yield.
• Lead and train farm workers, tractor operators, and machine operators in efficient farming and safety practices.
• Ensure produce quality meets standards for market sale and processing.
• Maintain machinery and tools, ensuring proper use and regular servicing.
• Manage resources such as seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides to maximize cost-efficiency.
• Document farm activities, crop health, and yields; report to management.
• Operate within budget for labor, machinery, and inputs to minimize costs.
• Implement health and safety protocols and ensure compliance with agricultural regulations 

Qualifications:

• Proven background in crop cultivation, ideally in castor beans, potatoes or flowers.
• Must have at least 3 years of experience as a Production Supervisor.
• Experience in supervising farm laborers and operators, with a focus on productivity.
• Familiarity with crop rotation, irrigation, and pest control methods.
• Skilled in ensuring produce meets quality standards for sale and storage.
• Understanding of farm machinery maintenance and efficient usage.
• Ability to document farm processes, crop health, and resource allocation.
• Experience in managing budgets and controlling production costs.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Method of Application Interested and qualified? Go to Summit Recruitment and Search on www.summitrecruitment-search.com to apply