Philip Kiplagat

Production shift supervisor

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NyeriMember since August 27, 2026

Lean manufacturingKaizenTroubleshootingPreventive maintenanceWeldingFabricationSheet metal workWorkplace safety

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Lean manufacturingKaizenTroubleshootingPreventive maintenanceWelding

About

To contribute towards developing and implementing effective initiatives and strategies that have a positive impact on mechanical field. To work in dynamic and challenging environment, that will allow me to share the acquired skills and add value to the development initiatives.

Experience

Production shift supervisor - Highlands drinks limited - Nyeri, Kenya

(2026-04)

Assigning task, monitoring performance and ensure workers follow the procedure.
Ensuring that the product meets the quality required
Ensure that the daily target ate meet in the production
Ensure the health and safety of both the operators and machine are maintained.
Training of the employees
Managing the raw materials and minimizing the waste
Keeping accurate production records
Coordinate with other departments for efficient production flow
Implementing lean manufacturing and kaizen

Production supervisor - Fullcare seiz ltd - Ruiru, Kiambu, Kenya

(2025-01 - 2026-03)

Supervise daily production operations to ensure products are manufactured according to quality and safety standards.
Coordinate and monitor production staff to meet daily and weekly production targets.
Ensure efficient use of raw materials, reducing waste and improving productivity.
Monitor machine performance and report maintenance issues to minimize downtime.
Maintain accurate production records and prepare operational reports for management.
Enforce workplace safety procedures and ensure compliance with company policies.
Train and guide production employees to improve performance and efficiency.

Maintenance Technician & Senior Machine Operator - Abyssinia Group of Industries - Mariakani, Kilifi, Kenya

(2023-01 - 2025-12)

Operate and monitor production machines to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Perform routine maintenance and inspections on machines to prevent breakdowns.
Identify and troubleshoot mechanical or operational faults in equipment.
Carry out basic repairs and coordinate with technical teams for major maintenance.
Ensure machines operate according to safety and quality standards.
Record machine performance, maintenance activities, and production output.
Maintain cleanliness and proper organization of the production and machine area.
Assist in installing and testing new equipment or machinery.

Graduate Trainee - Abyssinia Group of Industries - Athi river, Machakos, Kenya

(2021-11 - 2023-01)

Assisted in operating and monitoring production machinery to ensure smooth manufacturing processes.
Performed routine machine inspections and basic preventive maintenance to reduce equipment downtime.
Supported senior technicians in troubleshooting mechanical faults and resolving operational issues.
Ensured machines operated according to safety and quality standards.
Recorded machine performance data, maintenance activities, and production output.
Assisted in machine setup, calibration, and testing before production runs.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of equipment and work areas to support efficient operations.
Followed workplace safety policies and standard operating procedures at all times.

Production Assistant - MAS Intimates - Athi River, Machakos, Kenya

(2021-05 - 2021-10)

Assisted in daily production operations to ensure smooth workflow and timely output.
Supported machine operators and maintenance technicians in setting up, operating, and monitoring production equipment.
Monitored production processes and reported machine faults or irregularities to supervisors.
Conducted basic quality checks to ensure products met company and industry standards.
Maintained production records, logs, and reports for tracking output and machine performance.
Assisted in preventive maintenance activities including cleaning, lubrication, and equipment inspection.
Ensured compliance with workplace safety procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Helped in material handling, packaging, and preparation of production materials.
Collaborated with production team members to improve efficiency and reduce downtime

Attaché - NYERI WATER AND SEWARAGE COMPANY - Nyeri, Kenya

(2019-01 - 2019-03)

Successfully completed industrial attachment at NYEWASCO mechanical section where I carried out corrective maintenance to machines

Attaché - KENYA ELECTRICITY GENERATING COMPANY (KenGen) - Olkaria, Naivasha, Kenya

(2017-01 - 2017-03)