Production Manager at HAT AgriTech Ltd

About HAT AgriTech Ltd

HAT AgriTech Ltd provides agricultural inputs and extension services to boost crop production and sales for smallholder and commercial farmers. We offer crop protection, mobile plant health clinics, app-based and in-person extension services, and support farmer-based organizations (FBOs) with training in climate-smart agriculture, postharvest management, biochar and composting production.

HAT is implementing a project aimed at transforming agricultural waste into valuable products in Ghana's Western, Greater Accra, and Northern Regions. Waste such as coconut shells, rice husks, groundnut shells and cocoa pods will be converted into biochar, wood vinegar and biochar-based fertilizers under this project.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee our factory site in Asutuare. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the production of biochar, various biochar fertilizer blends and wood vinegar, ensuring environmental sustainability and leading a team of factory hands.

Key Information

• Location: Asutuare (on-site)
• Job Type: Full-time, Contract
• Reports to: Project Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the carbonisation furnace on the main factory floor
• Oversee the mini biochar machines set up in the locality to create jobs for communities
• Oversee the demo farms in the communities
• Ensure all Environmental and Health and Safety standards are adhered to
• Produce high-quality biochar, various biochar fertilizer blends, and wood vinegar
• Manage a team of factory hands at the main factory
• Implement efficient production processes and maintain high standards of quality control
• Monitor and report on production metrics, including yield and quality