Plant and Production Manager
About the role
About the Role We are seeking a hands-on Plant and Production Manager to lead the startup and daily operations of a concrete-block manufacturing plant in Bagamoyo, overseeing production, quality control, maintenance, staffing, inventory, costs, and dispatch. Responsibilities Assess machinery, utilities, production areas, storage, and curing facilities Identify outstanding installation, staffing, and material requirements Coordinate commissioning and operator training with the machine supplier and qualified technicians Prepare a startup plan, budget, and production schedule Plan and supervise daily concrete-block production Establish mix proportions and operating procedures supported by trials and testing Supervise batching, mixing, moulding, handling, curing, and storage Set achievable production targets based on actual machine capacity Reduce downtime, material waste, and rejected blocks Inspect raw materials and finished blocks Monitor block dimensions, appearance, curing, and strength-test results Coordinate laboratory testing to verify compliance with applicable standards and customer specifications Maintain quality records and prevent dispatch of unsuitable products Implement daily equipment inspections and preventive maintenance Maintain service records and essential spare-parts stock Coordinate repairs with qualified technicians Ensure machinery is operated safely by trained personnel Train, schedule, and supervise operators and production workers Monitor attendance, performance, and work discipline Enforce safe working procedures, housekeeping, and protective-equipment requirements Report incidents and implement corrective actions Calculate and monitor production cost per saleable block Control cement, aggregates, fuel, spare parts, and finished-product inventories Maintain accurate material receipt, production, and dispatch records Submit purchase requests within approved budgets Prepare weekly reports on output, rejects, downtime, costs, stock, and staffing Coordinate production and dispatch to meet confirmed customer orders Requirements Operations management Budget management Construction management Leadership and people management Performance management Quality control Knowledge of concrete mixes, compaction, curing, and strength testing Machinery maintenance and plant commissioning Production planning and cost control Inventory and record management Microsoft Excel and basic computer skills Communication in Kiswahili and English Do not waste this application You get one chance with this employer. See how your resume matches the role, then fix the weak parts. Check my fit How to apply Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application through the Niajiri application link below. Apply here: https://match.niajiri.africa/c/j/plant-and-production-manager-niajiri-platform-ltd Apply for this job Save for later About Niajiri Platform Limited Niajiri Platform Limited aims to bridge the gap between employability and employment by providing access to skills training, industry resources, and job opportunities for talent while offering employers an efficient way to find top industry talent. Human Resources Services 2-10 Employees Bagamoyo, Bagamoyo Actively Hiring Website: https://niajiri.co.tz/ How to apply Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application through the Niajiri application link below. Apply here: https://match.niajiri.africa/c/j/plant-and-production-manager-niajiri-platform-ltd Apply for this job