PLC-Plant Operator

About EcoFix Kenya Ltd

EcoFix Kenya Ltd (EFK) is a Kenyan social enterprise based in Nanyuki, operating for over eight years to produce value-added products from the indigenous Croton Megalocarpus tree. The company emphasizes sustainable agribusiness by manufacturing organic agricultural inputs, poultry feed, and cosmetics. Their comprehensive business approach supports clean energy and agricultural solutions tailored for smallholder farmers, SMEs, and bigger agribusinesses, generating income for rural nut collectors, including women and unemployed youth. EFK implements a no-waste process creating biofuel, organically certified fertilizers, and other products specifically designed to tackle key agricultural challenges in Kenya while promoting agroforestry and offering affordable and reliable agricultural and energy inputs.

Role Overview

The PLC-Plant Operator will be responsible for managing daily operations of plant machinery and PLC-controlled systems to guarantee production is safe, efficient, and consistent. This full-time remote position involves overseeing process parameters, modifying PLC interface settings, and reacting to alarms or unusual equipment behavior in partnership with on-site teams. The operator will enforce standard operating procedures, assist with quality control, and keep meticulous records of production data and incidents.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate plant equipment and automated PLC systems to maintain steady production.
• Adjust parameters and settings on PLC interfaces as necessary to optimize processes.
• Respond promptly to equipment alarms or irregularities in coordination with on-site personnel.
• Implement and follow standard operating procedures to uphold operational consistency.
• Support quality control activities by monitoring product standards and documenting outcomes.
• Record production data and report any incidents or deviations from protocols.
• Work closely with maintenance and operations staff to troubleshoot machine issues and optimize performance.
• Adhere strictly to safety and environmental policies aligned with company sustainability objectives.

Candidate Qualifications

• Proven skills in plant operations, including managing production processes and coordinating plant activities.
• Experience operating machinery, especially automated and PLC-driven equipment.
• Basic maintenance aptitude, including troubleshooting equipment and assisting with preventive maintenance.
• Competence in quality control procedures, documenting results, and reporting any variations in product quality.
• Forklift operation experience or proficiency in safe handling of materials using industrial equipment.
• Desirable knowledge of PLC systems, including programming fundamentals and monitoring industrial automation processes.
• Diploma or degree in engineering, industrial technology, or a related discipline preferred, with background in manufacturing, agribusiness, or energy sectors advantageous.
• Strong attention to even small details with a dedicated focus on safety.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with both remote and on-site team members.
• Comfortable using digital tools for remote monitoring and documentation.