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Jinja, Uganda
Full-time
Kakira Sugar Limited (KSL) is one of the oldest sugar milling companies in Uganda and the flagship enterprise of the Madhvani Group. Established by Muljibhai Prabhudas Madhvani (14th May 1894 – 11th July 1958), the company was first set up in 1930, with the capacity to crush 150 tonnes of cane per day.
Operator -Distillation job at Kakira Sugar Limited
Kakira Sugar Limited
Kakira crushes over 2 million tonnes of cane per year to produce:
• Over 180,000 tonnes of sugar, half the national sugar production
• 51 MW of green electric power from bagasse – the residue from cane crushing
• Over 20 million litres of high-quality ethanol from molasses
• Premium potable spirits – an award-winning range of gin, rum and vodka
• Sweets and confectioneries
Our core product, Kakira Sugar, is extracted from cane grown on lush plantations on the fertile shores of Lake Victoria. The sweet crystals, with their distinctive flavour and rich golden colour, have sweetened foods and beverages all over Uganda since the 1930s.
Kakira is the flagship enterprise of a diverse portfolio of affiliates that make up the Madhvani group.
Kakira Sugar Limited (KSL) is a leading sugar manufacturer in Uganda. KSL boasts of two (2) sugar estates, one in Kakira-Jinja and the other in Kayunga. We seek to recruit dynamic, competent, and experienced candidates to fill the vacant position in the Company.
Monitoring and controlling the distillation process parameters, such as temperature, pressure, flow rate, level, pH, etc.
Performing routine checks and inspections of the distillation plant and equipment, such as columns, pumps, valves, pipes, tanks, etc.
Troubleshooting and resolving any issues or problems that may arise during the distillation process
Recording and reporting the distillation process data and performance indicators
Following the standard operating procedures, safety rules and regulations, and quality standards
Working in coordination with other operators, technicians, engineers, and supervisors
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A diploma or certificate in chemical engineering, industrial chemistry, or related field
At least two years of experience in operating a distillation plant or similar process industry
Knowledge of the distillation process principles, equipment, and operations
Ability to read and interpret process diagrams, manuals, and instructions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Send your application with the CV and academic documents as an attachment to email: recruitments@kakirasugar.com with the position in the subject line and addressed to:
Head of Human Resources
Kakira Sugar Limited
P.O. Box 121, Jinja - Uganda Tel: 0414 444 000
Deadline: 5th February 2024
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