Injection Molding Maintenance Supervisor at Haco Industries Kenya Limited

This position is ideal for a candidate with extensive knowledge of injection molding techniques as well as a strong background in machinery maintenance. The role holder will oversee the maintenance of our injection molding machines and other plant equipment. The person will play a critical role in assuring the efficiency and reliability of our production processes by leading maintenance technicians, executing preventative maintenance programs, and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues.

 Duties and Responsibilities

• Implementation of Standard Operation Procedures SOPs to provide maintenance teams with clear instructions on how to carry out assigned tasks, ensuring consistency in approach and minimizing the risk of equipment failure or downtime.
• Oversee the preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment, facilities, machines, and tools to ensure they are safe, reliable, and efficient.
• Conduct routine checks to ensure smooth operation of site and equipment.
• Ensure all job cards (scheduled and breakdown maintenance) are filled for each activity done and signed off.
• Provide technical support to production teams to ensure smooth and uninterrupted operations.
• Manage, motivate, develop and provide direct leadership to maintenance staff.
• Assess equipment’s performance and efficiency and advise the management on equipment’s replacement need.
• Enforce all Safety rules and ensure the maintenance team are adequately instructed on safety procedures and hazard communications, lockout/tag out, emergency evacuation and on personal protective equipment use.
• Spearhead the adherence to all 5S standards in the workshop and workstations with set housekeeping standards met and improved continually.
• Share detailed and accurate reports on utilities, equipment performance etc. with the management for decision making.
• Evaluate the performance of maintenance technicians, identify areas for improvement, and provide feedback to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Prepare effective maintenance schedules and allocate work as per forecasted workplan for optimal productivity.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment history, and repair costs to identify trends, track performance, and forecast future maintenance needs.
• Perform periodic inspections of recently maintained equipment to observe the quality of the maintenance performed and the operating condition of the equipment
• Perform a variety of maintenance activities as needed

The Person

• Minimum of a Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role, preferably in an injection molding or manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of injection molding machinery, including hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team of technicians.
• An eye for detail to help in carefully inspecting work and ensuring compliance.
• Excellent analytical, decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills