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Uganda Tea Corporation Ltd

Factory Manager

Uganda Tea Corporation Ltd

Uganda Full time Administration
Posted: Jun 14, 2026 5 days ago Deadline: Jul 12, 2026 23 views

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Factory Manager – Uganda Tea Corporation Ltd (UTCL)

Uganda Tea Corporation Ltd
About the Company
Uganda Tea Corporation Ltd (UTCL) is a leading tea producer located in Lugazi, Buikwe District, along the Kampala–Jinja highway. The company produces over 3.5 million kilograms of tea annually, contributing approximately 10% of Uganda’s national tea output. UTCL serves both international export markets (80%) and local markets (20%), with exports routed through the Mombasa Tea Auction. The company also engages in afforestation and diversified agriculture including coffee, cocoa, and banana farming.
Position Title
Factory Manager
Department
Factory & Engineering
Location
Lugazi, Buikwe District – Uganda
Employment Type
Full-Time
Job Summary (SEO Optimized)
We are seeking a highly experienced Tea Factory Manager / Manufacturing Operations Manager to oversee end-to-end tea processing operations at UTCL. The role is responsible for optimizing production efficiency, manufacturing cost control, quality assurance, and factory output performance in line with international tea export standards.
The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership to cross-functional teams including production, engineering, finance, logistics, and quality assurance, ensuring smooth factory operations, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in productivity and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee full tea manufacturing and processing operations
  • Drive production efficiency and output optimization
  • Ensure compliance with international tea quality standards
  • Develop and manage factory budgets and cost controls
  • Lead and coordinate department heads (Production, Engineering, Finance, Logistics)
  • Implement lean manufacturing and process improvement strategies
  • Monitor machine performance, maintenance schedules, and downtime reduction
  • Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards
  • Improve yield, quality grading, and export readiness
  • Prepare operational reports for senior management and stakeholders
  • Foster a high-performance and disciplined production workforce
Qualifications & Experience
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in:
    • Food Science
    • Agricultural Engineering
    • Business Administration
    • Industrial / Manufacturing Management
  • 2–5 years of progressive leadership experience in a tea processing or agro-manufacturing factory
  • Strong knowledge of tea production processes, factory operations, and export standards
  • Proven experience in budget management and production planning
Key Skills
  • Factory Operations Management
  • Tea Processing & Quality Control
  • Manufacturing Cost Optimization
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Production Planning & Scheduling
  • Engineering & Maintenance Coordination
  • Supply Chain & Logistics Oversight
  • Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement
  • Compliance & Safety Management
  • Analytical & Strategic Thinking
Application Details
Deadline: 12th July 2026
Email: recruitment@ugandateacl.org
Contacts: (070) 489-2919 / (075) 816-4536


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Job Overview

  • Job Type: Full time
  • Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Education Level: Bachelors
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Category: Administration
  • Location: Uganda
  • Application: via Email

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