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Job Title: Process Engineer
Organisation: Marula Proteen Limited
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: CTO
About Organisation:
Marula Proteen Limited is an innovative enterprise based in Uganda, specializing in the breeding of Black Solider Flies (BSF). Our commitment lies in sustainable farming, waste management, and youth empowerment, through the production and distribution of BSF eggs and larvae. With a reach extending beyond Uganda to Rwanda and Kenya, we strive to transform the agricultural sector through sustainable practices.
Job Summary: As a Process Engineer at Marula Proteen Limited, you will play a crucial role in optimizing our production processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure high-quality standards. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and refining processes, working closely with cross-functional teams to solve problems, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role is crucial for maintaining high-quality standards, which is essential for informed decision-making and successful business operations. The successful candidate will be required to go to the field at times to ensure that quality standards are observed.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Analyze existing processes and workflows to identify areas for improvement.
- Design and develop new processes or modify existing ones to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
- Collaborate with production, quality control, maintenance, and other departments to implement process changes.
- Conduct simulations, tests, and data analysis to validate process modifications.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, including process flow diagrams, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Troubleshoot process issues and provide technical support to resolve operational challenges.
- Monitor process performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
- Train and mentor team members on process improvements and best practices.
- Stay updated with industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in process engineering.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Education: Minimum of a Master’s degree in Food Processing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: 3-5 years of experience in process engineering, preferably within the Agricultural industry sector.
Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and make data-driven decisions.
- Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, MATLAB, AutoCAD).
- Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to quality and safety.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on identifying and rectifying quality issues.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team, contributing to a positive and productive environment.
- Good interpersonal and organizational skills, as well as a good level of computer literacy.
- Willing to travel to remote areas, work under minimal supervision, excellent communication skills both oral and written, honest, passionate and resourcefulness is a prerequisite.
How to Apply:
All applications should be submitted to sandra@weareproteen.com
NB: Selection is on a rolling basis, only selected candidates shall be contacted.
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