Plastic Film Production Manager
2025-07-23T11:36:33+00:00
Acacia Foundation Ltd
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http://www.acaciafoundationltd.com/
FULL_TIME
Matugga, Wakiso District
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Manufacturing
Management
2025-07-31T17:00:00+00:00
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Salary: Competitive
About Us:
Acacia Foundation Limited is a leading manufacturer of plastic packaging products in Uganda, specializing in PET bottles, HDPE caps, and plastic shrink film. As we expand our Plastic Film Department, we are looking for a knowledgeable and results-oriented Plastic Film Production Manager to lead our shrink film operations.
Job Description:
The Plastic Film Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the plastic film production line, with a focus on blown film extrusion for shrink film applications. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background and proven experience in plastic film manufacturing, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in film extrusion environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily production activities in the plastic film department.
- Ensure production targets, quality standards, and machine efficiency are met.
- Monitor material usage and reduce production waste through process optimization.
- Implement and enforce safety, hygiene, and operational procedures in accordance with company and ISO standards.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate production staff, ensuring a skilled and motivated workforce.
- Coordinate preventive maintenance and support troubleshooting of extrusion machinery.
- Maintain accurate records of production output, raw material usage, and downtime.
- Collaborate with procurement and quality departments for raw material management and product standards compliance.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in productivity and product quality.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in plastic film extrusion, specifically blown film extrusion for shrink film production.
- Deep knowledge of extrusion machines, plastic resins (especially LDPE/PE), and film quality control parameters.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and manage production KPIs.
- Familiarity with ISO standards and workplace health and safety regulations.
- Good communication and reporting skills.
Working Conditions:
- Full-time position based in Matugga, Wakiso District.
- Competitive salary.
- Dynamic, fast-paced production environment with room for professional growth.
Key Responsibilities: • Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily production activities in the plastic film department. • Ensure production targets, quality standards, and machine efficiency are met. • Monitor material usage and reduce production waste through process optimization. • Implement and enforce safety, hygiene, and operational procedures in accordance with company and ISO standards. • Supervise, train, and evaluate production staff, ensuring a skilled and motivated workforce. • Coordinate preventive maintenance and support troubleshooting of extrusion machinery. • Maintain accurate records of production output, raw material usage, and downtime. • Collaborate with procurement and quality departments for raw material management and product standards compliance. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in productivity and product quality.
Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a related discipline. • Minimum 5 years' experience in plastic film extrusion, specifically blown film extrusion for shrink film production. • Deep knowledge of extrusion machines, plastic resins (especially LDPE/PE), and film quality control parameters. • Strong leadership and team management skills. • Ability to interpret technical drawings and manage production KPIs. • Familiarity with ISO standards and workplace health and safety regulations. • Good communication and reporting skills.
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Vacancy title:
Plastic Film Production Manager
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Manufacturing, Category: Management]
Jobs at:
Acacia Foundation Ltd
Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, July 31 2025
Duty Station:
Matugga, Wakiso District | Kampala | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 23 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Salary: Competitive
About Us:
Acacia Foundation Limited is a leading manufacturer of plastic packaging products in Uganda, specializing in PET bottles, HDPE caps, and plastic shrink film. As we expand our Plastic Film Department, we are looking for a knowledgeable and results-oriented Plastic Film Production Manager to lead our shrink film operations.
Job Description:
The Plastic Film Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the plastic film production line, with a focus on blown film extrusion for shrink film applications. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background and proven experience in plastic film manufacturing, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in film extrusion environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily production activities in the plastic film department.
- Ensure production targets, quality standards, and machine efficiency are met.
- Monitor material usage and reduce production waste through process optimization.
- Implement and enforce safety, hygiene, and operational procedures in accordance with company and ISO standards.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate production staff, ensuring a skilled and motivated workforce.
- Coordinate preventive maintenance and support troubleshooting of extrusion machinery.
- Maintain accurate records of production output, raw material usage, and downtime.
- Collaborate with procurement and quality departments for raw material management and product standards compliance.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in productivity and product quality.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in plastic film extrusion, specifically blown film extrusion for shrink film production.
- Deep knowledge of extrusion machines, plastic resins (especially LDPE/PE), and film quality control parameters.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and manage production KPIs.
- Familiarity with ISO standards and workplace health and safety regulations.
- Good communication and reporting skills.
Working Conditions:
- Full-time position based in Matugga, Wakiso District.
- Competitive salary.
- Dynamic, fast-paced production environment with room for professional growth.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter to jobapplication.acacia@gmail.com by 31st July 2025. Please include “Plastic Film Production Manager – [Your Name]” in the subject line.
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