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Juma Kithinji Khalifa

Nairobi,Kenya

Summary

Reliable and experienced industrial worker with over 20 years in the flour manufacturing sector. Demonstrated expertise as a machine operator for 15 years and as a supervisor for 8 years. Skilled in equipment operation, staff supervision, workflow optimization, and regulatory compliance. Certified in First Aid and Occupational Safety, with a strong commitment to quality, productivity, and workplace safety. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisor / Machine Operator

Flour Manufacturing Company
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2002 - Current
  • Operated and maintained flour milling machinery for 15 years, ensuring consistent product quality and minimal downtime
  • Promoted to Supervisor; managed shift operations, team schedules, and production targets for 8 years
  • Trained and mentored new machine operators, promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement
  • Oversaw compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
  • Implemented process improvements that increased output efficiency by reducing waste and downtime
  • Repaired, replaced, and installed parts as needed to maintain optimal performance of the machines.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on all machinery to ensure efficient operations.
  • Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
  • Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
  • Adjusted guides and holding devices, reducing errors from potential misalignment or product movement.
  • Operated manual machinery by turning handwheels and opening or closing valves.
  • Adjusted oven temperature to prepare for oven curing process.
  • Wrote and tested coding for CNC machines.
  • Removed and replaced worn machine accessories to keep products within desired tolerances.
  • Documented materials used for each job to update inventory records.
  • Trained and monitored new employees to teach techniques and procedures.

Education

Primary School Certificate -

Mbangathi Road Primary School
Nairobi, Kenya

Skills

  • Manufacturing Farming General workConsution labour, Packing loading and off loading, Animal farming
  • Heavy lifting
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Machinery operations
  • Shipping and labeling
  • Good communication
  • Construction
  • Batch production
  • Crops harvesting
  • First aid training
  • Harvesting
  • Animal breeding
  • Animal care
  • Animal care knowledge
  • Horticulture

Certification

  • Basic First Aid, Kenya Red Cross
  • Occupational Safety & Health Certification, Solution Safety Training
  • [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]

Languages

  • English, Very Good
  • Swahili, Native / Fluent

Languages

Swahili
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate
B2

Timeline

Supervisor / Machine Operator

Flour Manufacturing Company
01.2002 - Current

Primary School Certificate -

Mbangathi Road Primary School
Juma Kithinji Khalifa