Team Leader- Production at TakaTaka Solutions

Position Overview

This position offers a great opportunity for career growth. You will lead and coordinate Sorting Staff to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality waste sorting operations within the Material Recovery Facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support Sorting Staff to achieve daily production targets and maintain high-quality sorting standards
• Enforce safety procedures, ensure proper PPE usage, conduct regular safety meetings, and report incidents while implementing corrective actions
• Ensure cleanliness and proper maintenance of sorting equipment, conveyors, forklifts, wheel loaders, sorting areas, and bale storage spaces
• Implement and monitor quality control procedures, including checks on dabras to ensure sorting accuracy
• Develop sorting schedules and coordinate with the Sorting Plant Manager, Sorting Plant Supervisor, and Logistics to ensure smooth material flow and minimize residual waste
• Maintain proper housekeeping within all sorting zones
• Support the sale of recyclables by planning for deliveries/collections and ensuring accurate volume documentation aligned with agreed prices
• Prepare and manage petty cash requisitions for sorting-related activities
• Assist in planning preventive and scheduled maintenance by updating equipment checklists and ensuring timely replacement of worn-out parts
• Maintain accurate records of sorting numbers, quality reports, and staff attendance
• Ensure correct and timely data entry; analyze data to identify performance gaps, propose improvements, and communicate findings clearly during team briefings
• Collaborate with other departments to improve operational efficiency and ensure seamless coordination across the facilities

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Diploma/Degree in any related field; OR
• KCSE Certificate – Grade B and above

Experience

• Proven experience supervising, leading, or controlling a production team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications