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Jinja, Uganda
Full-time
Deadline:
5 Feb 2024
About the Organisation
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.
Job Title
Operators-Labeler/Sleever job at Kakira Sugar Limited
Job Description
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.
Duties and Responsibilities
Setting up the machines according to the product specifications and quality standards
Monitoring the machines for any malfunctions or errors and troubleshooting them as needed
Ensuring that the labels and sleeves are correctly aligned, applied and sealed on the products
Performing regular cleaning and maintenance of the machines and reporting any issues to the supervisor
Following the health and safety procedures and wearing the appropriate protective equipment
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Qualifications and Competencies
A minimum of a diploma in mechanical engineering or a related field
At least two years of experience in operating labeling and sleeving machines or similar equipment
Good knowledge of the product specifications and quality standards
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Attention to detail and accuracy
Good communication and problem-solving skills
How to Apply
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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