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Senior Agricultural Roles (Tobacco) X 4 Posts at Precision Recruitment International

Precision Recruitment Interna…

Expires: 08 May 2024

Full Time

Harare

Agriculture

job Description

General Manager, Factory Director, Production Manager, and Workshop Manager

We are currently recruiting for our Africa-based clients in large-scale tobacco farming and cigarette production. Ideal candidates have proven experience in one of the above roles and are open to relocation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Farm
Proven success in a large-scale operation, ideally 3000ha or above.
Lead and manage crop production activities on the farm, field operations, tillage, planting, cultivation and harvest.
Direct agronomic activities, including scheduling of irrigation, fertilizer applications, and chemical applications.
Strong labour management acumen
Good IT knowledge and financial skill with the ability to report, budget, forecast etc

Factory
Mastery of cigarette production technologies, including automated production lines such as confectioners, assembly lines and packaging machines.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality requirements and safety standards specific to the tobacco industry.
In-depth knowledge of the principles of preventive and corrective maintenance of industrial equipment.
Mastery of quality and safety standards applicable to the tobacco industry, as well as good manufacturing practices
Strong leadership skills with an ability to motivate and inspire a production team.
Ability to make strategic decisions to optimise plant operations and resolve complex operational issues.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate with related departments and effectively lead management meetings.

Qualifications and Experience

Production
Hands-on experience supervising automated production lines, including managing work teams and resolving technical issues.
Ability to adapt to a different cultural and professional environment, particularly in Africa.
In-depth knowledge of machines and equipment used in cigarette manufacturing, including automated machines, confectioners and packaging lines.
Ability to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment, as well as diagnose and resolve faults quickly and efficiently.
Understanding of quality standards and good manufacturing practices specific to the tobacco industry.

Workshop
Managing and maintaining the company’s fleet.
Manage the maintenance personnel.
Managing inventory, to maximize the efficiency of machinery and limit equipment downtime
Communicate with Farm Managers to organize and implement maintenance schedules and service intervals for all machinery as required
Ability to communicate, mentor, and train employees.
Keep accurate service and maintenance records for all machinery and equipment

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates, please send CVs to [email protected]
Regrettably only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Job overview

  • Location

    Harare

  • Job Type

    Full Time

  • Expiry Date

    08 May 2024

  • Date Posted

    30 Apr 2024