Vacancy title:
Production Supervisor

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
Talent House

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, August 25 2025

Duty Station:
Kafue | Kafue | Zambia

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 11 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

About the role:

Our client is seeking a smart, hands-on, and entrepreneurial-minded Production Supervisor to manage operations at their feed production facility. This role requires someone who can think critically, take initiative, and drive efficiency in a small but growing operation. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily feed production process, supervising staff, maintaining quality standards, and coordinating external maintenance. They will play a key role in ensuring operational reliability, minimizing downtime, and driving continuous improvement across the facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and adherence to schedules
• Lead and supervise a small team of operators and general workers on the feed line
• Monitor equipment usage, track performance, and keep detailed logs of faults and servicing
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate maintenance with external service providers
• Identify and act on opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and increase productivity
• Maintain accurate production and inventory records using simple tracking tools
• Uphold safety, hygiene, and quality standards at all times
• Support management with operational insights and contribute to strategic decisions

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or relevant technical qualification)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in feed production or related manufacturing field
• Practical knowledge of feed mill equipment and production flow
• Strong mechanical intuition and ability to liaise with external technicians
• Comfortable with basic computer tools (Excel, Word) for record keeping
• Demonstrated ability to lead small teams and work independently

Desired Attributes:

• Entrepreneurial mindset – proactive, solutions-oriented, and resourceful
• Smart and practical – able to make sound judgments and learn fast
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, small-team environment
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Compensation:

The incumbent will receive a competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: associate degree

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