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Engineering Jobs. Uwezo Jobs

Location: Naivasha

Industry: Flour Manufacturing

Application Deadline: 2nd December 2025

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head Miller to oversee and manage the full maize milling operations in our manufacturing plant. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring optimal production efficiency, maintaining high-quality standards, and leading a team of millers and operators across shifts.

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  • Independently operate and manage the full maize milling line, ensuring efficient and continuous production.
  • Optimize machine performance by setting appropriate feed rates and adjusting rollers, sifters, and extraction systems.
  • Conduct advanced troubleshooting and identify mechanical or electrical anomalies early to minimize downtime.
  • Maintain high flour quality standards by monitoring fineness, colour, moisture, and extraction efficiency.
  • Coordinate with the Maintenance, QC, and Packing teams to ensure smooth workflow across departments.
  • Lead, mentor, and supervise junior and mid-level operators during shifts.
  • Maintain comprehensive shift logs covering production figures, breakdowns, adjustments, and quality checks.
  • Enforce safety, hygiene, and KEBS-compliance standards within the milling area.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce wastage and enhance production efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience operating maize milling machinery in a busy flour manufacturing environment.
  • Deep understanding of milling processes, machine optimization, and quality control parameters.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to respond quickly to mechanical or process-related issues.
  • Familiarity with KEBS standards, food safety requirements, and mill hygiene protocols.
  • Ability to lead a shift, supervise junior staff, and communicate effectively with management.
  • Technical training in milling operations or mechanical processes is an added advantage.

Key Competencies

  • Strong leadership and decision-making ability
  • High accuracy and attention to detail
  • Technical troubleshooting expertise
  • Initiative and reliability
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

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Interested and qualified candidates are invited to send their CVs to: gibson@hruwezo.co.ke

Deadline: 2nd December

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