WORKSHOP SUPERVISOR

JOB TITLE WORKSHOP SUPERVISOR

NATURE OF JOB FULL TIME

INDUSTRY FUNERAL SERVICES

SALARY KSHS.40,000

JOB LOCATION KARIOBANGI SOUTH

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Production Supervision

• Supervise and coordinate daily workshop activities.
• Allocate tasks to workshop employees and monitor performance.
• Ensure production schedules and targets are achieved.
• Monitor workflow to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

Quality Control

• Ensure products meet company quality standards and customer specifications.
• Conduct routine inspections during and after production.
• Identify defects and implement corrective actions.

Workshop Operations

• Monitor proper use of machinery, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed.
• Report machine breakdowns and coordinate repairs.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient work environment.

Inventory & Materials Management

• Monitor usage of raw materials and consumables.
• Coordinate material requisitions to prevent production delays.
• Minimize wastage and promote cost-effective operations.
• Assist in stock-taking and inventory control activities.

Health & Safety

• Enforce workplace safety procedures and regulations.
• Conduct safety briefings and ensure staff use PPE.
• Report and investigate workplace incidents and hazards.

Team Leadership

• Supervise, train, and mentor workshop staff.
• Monitor attendance, discipline, and productivity.
• Participate in recruitment and onboarding of workshop personnel when required.
• Foster teamwork and a positive working environment.

Reporting

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.
• Track production performance and workshop KPIs.
• Report operational challenges and recommend improvements.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a supervisory role within Carpentry workshop, Woodworking company, Metal fabrication or Plastic manufacturing company
• Demonstrated experience managing workshop teams and production processes.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of workshop operations and production processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings where applicable.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.

HOW TO APPLY

If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.