Tupande Avocado Oil Forklift Operator (Fixed-Term)
2026-01-22T07:00:38+00:00
One Acre Fund
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TEMPORARY
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Professional Services
Manufacturing & Warehouse, Transportation & Logistics, Installation, Maintenance & Repair
2026-02-16T17:00:00+00:00
8
About the Role
This role involves the transportation of the raw materials around the factory.
Responsibilities
- Loading/Unloading: Move raw avocados from trucks to the warehouse for ripening.
- Transporting: Move fruit to various factory stages to keep the processing line running.
- Forklift Operation: Operate the forklift safely and keep it in good working condition.
- Maintenance: Perform equipment repairs and report any machinery issues to supervisors.
- Safety Adherence: Follow all workplace safety rules and procedures at all times.
- Stock Tracking: Help with inventory counts and tracking fruit origin (traceability).
- Coordination: Collaborate with all departments to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Process Improvement: Suggest more efficient ways to organise and run the warehouse.
- Safety Implementation: Apply food safety standards throughout the entire processing cycle.
- SHEQ Compliance: Follow all health, environmental, and quality rules during your shift.
- Meetings & Audits: Participate in food safety meetings and official inspections.
Career Growth and Development
We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You'll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You'll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
- Certified forklift operator with a valid driving license and 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
- Expert knowledge of Food Safety (FSMS), Environmental, and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) standards.
- Strong analytical skills used to identify root causes and perform maintenance to meet operational targets.
- Detail-oriented team player with excellent time management and communication skills to support production flow.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for clear reporting and effective team collaboration.
- Loading/Unloading: Move raw avocados from trucks to the warehouse for ripening.
- Transporting: Move fruit to various factory stages to keep the processing line running.
- Forklift Operation: Operate the forklift safely and keep it in good working condition.
- Maintenance: Perform equipment repairs and report any machinery issues to supervisors.
- Safety Adherence: Follow all workplace safety rules and procedures at all times.
- Stock Tracking: Help with inventory counts and tracking fruit origin (traceability).
- Coordination: Collaborate with all departments to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Process Improvement: Suggest more efficient ways to organise and run the warehouse.
- Safety Implementation: Apply food safety standards throughout the entire processing cycle.
- SHEQ Compliance: Follow all health, environmental, and quality rules during your shift.
- Meetings & Audits: Participate in food safety meetings and official inspections.
- Certified forklift operator
- Valid driving license
- Expert knowledge of Food Safety (FSMS), Environmental, and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) standards
- Strong analytical skills
- Detail-oriented
- Team player
- Excellent time management skills
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Certified forklift operator with a valid driving license
- 3+ years of manufacturing experience
- Expert knowledge of Food Safety (FSMS), Environmental, and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) standards
- Strong analytical skills used to identify root causes and perform maintenance to meet operational targets
- Detail-oriented team player with excellent time management and communication skills to support production flow
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for clear reporting and effective team collaboration
JOB-6971cb16e6bf8
Vacancy title:
Tupande Avocado Oil Forklift Operator (Fixed-Term)
[Type: TEMPORARY, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Manufacturing & Warehouse, Transportation & Logistics, Installation, Maintenance & Repair]
Jobs at:
One Acre Fund
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, February 16 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, January 22 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
About the Role
This role involves the transportation of the raw materials around the factory.
Responsibilities
- Loading/Unloading: Move raw avocados from trucks to the warehouse for ripening.
- Transporting: Move fruit to various factory stages to keep the processing line running.
- Forklift Operation: Operate the forklift safely and keep it in good working condition.
- Maintenance: Perform equipment repairs and report any machinery issues to supervisors.
- Safety Adherence: Follow all workplace safety rules and procedures at all times.
- Stock Tracking: Help with inventory counts and tracking fruit origin (traceability).
- Coordination: Collaborate with all departments to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Process Improvement: Suggest more efficient ways to organise and run the warehouse.
- Safety Implementation: Apply food safety standards throughout the entire processing cycle.
- SHEQ Compliance: Follow all health, environmental, and quality rules during your shift.
- Meetings & Audits: Participate in food safety meetings and official inspections.
Career Growth and Development
We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You'll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You'll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
- Certified forklift operator with a valid driving license and 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
- Expert knowledge of Food Safety (FSMS), Environmental, and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) standards.
- Strong analytical skills used to identify root causes and perform maintenance to meet operational targets.
- Detail-oriented team player with excellent time management and communication skills to support production flow.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for clear reporting and effective team collaboration.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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