Production Assistant
Quick answer
One Acre Fund is hiring a Production Assistant in Rukanga, Kenya, for a 3-month fixed-term contract, with responsibilities in pyrolysis production stages and rotating shifts.
- Role
- Production Assistant
- Organization
- One Acre Fund
- Location
- Rukanga, Kenya
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
Operates and monitors a designated stage of the pyrolysis production process, including feeder and dryer, carbonizer, and discharge and cooling stages.
What you'll do
- Load feedstock into the feed system at the correct rate
- Monitor and control the drying system to maintain target moisture levels
- Monitor and control pyrolysis temperatures, airflow, and combustion conditions
- Adjust system parameters to maintain optimal and stable operation
- Monitor and control the cooling system
- Support the Maintenance Officer during equipment stoppages or cleaning
What it takes
- Certificate in a technical, mechanical, chemical, or process engineering field
- Prior experience in pyrolysis, kiln operation, biomass processing, or high-temperature industrial processing
- Ability to read gauges, meters, and basic instrumentation and record data accurately
- Reliable, attentive, and able to follow SOPs precisely under minimal supervision
- Willingness and ability to work rotating 9-hour shifts, including night shifts
- Physically capable of working in a hot, dusty industrial environment
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health insurance, paid time off
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Rukanga, Kenya.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
How do I apply?
You can apply for the position here: https://grnh.se/jct36vnl1us.
What are the key qualifications?
Key qualifications include a certificate in a technical, mechanical, chemical, or process engineering field, prior experience in pyrolysis, and the ability to read gauges and record data accurately.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on One Acre Fund's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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