Produktionsleder
Sun King
Virksomhedsoversigt
Sun King
HovedkontorNairobi, Kenya
Grundlagt2007
StørrelseCa. 34.000 ansatte globalt (kilde: linkedin.com).
Hvad de gør
Sun King specialiserer sig i off-grid solenergiløsninger, der har udviklet sig fra grundlæggende sollamper til omfattende hjemme- og virksomhedssystemer, der inkluderer betalingsmuligheder efter forbrug. Deres produktudvalg omfatter sollamper, solenergisystemer (SHS), solomformere og energilagringsløsninger, der anvender lithium-jern-fosfat (LFP) batterier, som har en levetid på over 10 år og mere end 2.500 cyklusser (kilde: cbinsights.com). Virksomheden henvender sig til de 1,8 milliarder mennesker globalt, der mangler pålidelig adgang til elnettet, og tilbyder overkommelige alternativer til petroleum og diesel for lavindkomsthusstande, små virksomheder, skoler og sundhedscentre i Afrika og Asien (kilde: sunking.com). Sun Kings egenudviklede EasyBuy-teknologi gør det muligt for kunderne at betale for deres solprodukter i rater, hvilket gør ren energi tilgængelig for en bredere målgruppe (kilde: sunking.com). Med en stærk konkurrenceposition som verdens største off-grid solvirksomhed målt på distributionsskala, adskiller Sun King sig gennem sit omfattende netværk af feltagenter og innovative produktudbud (kilde: citigroup.com).
Projekter & Resultater
Sun King har gjort betydelige fremskridt med at udvide adgangen til solenergi, idet de historisk har givet strøm til over 82 millioner mennesker, hvoraf 18 millioner kenyanere har haft gavn af deres produkter i det seneste årti. Bemærkelsesværdigt bruger en ud af fem kenyanere i øjeblikket Sun Kings solenergiløsninger, og virksomheden har set sin brugerbase i Nigeria tredoble på det seneste år (kilde: physics.illinois.edu). Virksomheden har indgået partnerskab med Imagine Worldwide for at installere solsystemer i hver folkeskole i Malawi og håndterer hele værdikæden fra produktion til installation (kilde: sunking.com). Derudover sigter en nylig securitization-aftale på 156 millioner dollars, der blev afsluttet i 2025, mod at give solenergiadgang til 1,4 millioner kenyanske husstande og virksomheder gennem distribuerede tag-systemer (kilde: citigroup.com). Virksomheden udvider også sine produktionskapaciteter med en ny 10.000 kvadratmeter stor facilitet i Tatu City, Kenya, som i første omgang vil producere 700.000 solenheder årligt (kilde: expogr.com).
Seneste udviklinger
I de seneste to år har Sun King med succes afsluttet en banebrydende securitization-aftale på 156 millioner dollars i lokal valuta med Citi og partnere, der har til formål at levere solenergiløsninger til 1,4 millioner kenyanere og dermed støtte landets elektrificeringsmål (kilde: citigroup.com). Virksomheden indviede også sin første afrikanske produktionsfabrik den 1. december 2025 i Tatu City, Kenya, som vil producere solprodukter, herunder tv'er og smartphones, hvilket skaber hundredevis af job og en indledende kapacitet på 700.000 enheder årligt (kilde: pvknowhow.com). Tidligere gav en finansieringsrunde på 260 millioner dollars 100 millioner dollars specifikt til udvidelsen til større AC-systemer og apparater, hvilket yderligere styrker Sun Kings markedsposition (kilde: physics.illinois.edu). Virksomheden har opretholdt en konstant rentabilitet, mens den skalerer sine operationer og rebrandes fuldt ud til Sun King (kilde: physics.illinois.edu).
At arbejde der
Sun King tilbyder en række forskellige roller på tværs af forskellige afdelinger, herunder salg, drift, kundeservice, træning, risikostyring og forskning/indkøb. Virksomheden beskæftiger over 34.000 feltagenter, der er involveret i salg, installation og service, med fokus på ansættelse på deres hovedkontor i Nairobi og den nye produktionsfacilitet i Tatu City (kilde: sunking.com). Virksomhedskulturen lægger vægt på græsrodsdistribution og innovation tilpasset off-grid behov, samtidig med at den sikrer jobstabilitet og lokal økonomisk indflydelse gennem jobskabelse og lokalisering af forsyningskæden (kilde: physics.illinois.edu). Dokumenterede medarbejderfordele inkluderer fleksible finansieringsmuligheder, omfattende garantier på produkter, professionel installation, efter-salgs support og gratis vedligeholdelsestjek, som alle bidrager til et støttende arbejdsmiljø (kilde: sunking.com).
Sidst opdateret den feb. 23, 2026 | Rapporter et problem
Job Description
A Production Supervisor will be in charge of the overall management, supervision, and performance of the TV and smartphone assembly lines. This includes planning and executing daily production schedules, ensuring high-quality standards, maintaining a safe working environment, and steering a team of production operators and technicians. The role requires strong stewardship, hands-on technical comprehension of electronic assembly processes, and a keen focus on operational efficiency, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.
What you would be expected to do
- Oversee and supervise the day-to-day operations of the production floor, including scheduling, staffing, and workflow management.
- Monitor production processes and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Coordinate with Materials Handling Teams to ensure the availability of raw materials and components for production.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
- Train, mentor, and develop production staff to enhance their skills, knowledge, and performance.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and address any issues or concerns within the production team.
- Work with engineering and quality assurance teams to resolve technical issues, improve product quality, and optimize production processes.
- Implement Kaizen tenets and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and streamline operations.
- Prepare regular reports on production performance, including key metrics such as production output, throughput, and efficiency.
- Monitor production processes and equipment performance to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Assist New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including training and trial production.
You might be a strong candidate if you
- Possess a degree in Electrical and Electronics engineering, manufacturing/industrial engineering.
- Have a minimum 5 years work experience in the electronics industry, including 2 years in supervisory.
- Demonstrate proven experience in a production supervisory role within the electronics manufacturing industry, with a strong comprehension of the CKD/SKD process and technology.
- Have excellent stewardship and managerial skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve production goals.
- Demonstrate solid knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and inventory management tenets and practices.
- Have strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities with a focus on root cause analysis and continuous improvement.
- Possess excellent communication and people relations skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
- Have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Demonstrate knowledge of quality management systems, lean manufacturing guidelines, and safety regulations.
- Possess knowledge of Kaizen 6S Tenets.
- Have a comprehension of production machinery and proper assembly procedures.
- Possess excellent knowledge of manufacturing safety protocols and regulations.
What we offer
- An opportunity to grow as a professional in a dynamic, fast growing, high impact industry;
- The chance to work in an open minded, collaborative culture surrounded by enthusiastic Greenlighters who are driven by the challenge of continuously innovating and growing a smart, sustainable business with profound impact on the world;
- A truly multicultural experience: you will have the chance to work with and learn from people from different geographies, nationalities, and backgrounds. Structured, tailored learning and development programs that help you become a better leader, manager, and professional through the Greenlight Academy.
We place great importance on sustaining a diverse, inclusive work environment.
We believe that diversity (of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, personality type, perspective, and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different) enriches innovation and our competitiveness in the market.
We strive to ensure diverse perspectives inform critical decisions, and we actively work towards ensuring all Greenlighters feel like they belong. We also know that sustaining an inclusive workplace requires conscious effort and is a continuous journey, not an end-state.
Greenlight recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes individuals based on experiences and demonstrated job performance, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, HIV/AIDS status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
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Om rollen
25. august 2026
5. september 2026
Fuldtid
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Virksomhed
- Tatu City, Kenya
Minimum 5 years in the electronics industry, including 2 years in supervisory.
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