Date: August 03, 2026
Shagasha Tea Company Ltd is one of Rwanda's leading tea producers, located in the lush and fertile highlands of Rusizi District, Western Province. The company is dedicated to the cultivation, processing, and marketing of high-quality tea for both local and international markets, and is seeking to recruit a dynamic, self-motivated, and qualified individual to fill the following vacant position:
Job Title: Tea Maker
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Tea Making (Factory)
Reports to: Production manager/Senior Tea maker
Supervises: Capitas
Overall purpose of the role
To ensure efficient and cost-effective tea manufacturing operations through optimum utilization of resources, adherence to quality and food safety standards, effective supervision of production processes, and maintenance of a safe and productive working environment.
Key Objectives
- Ensure effective and efficient utilization of production resources
- Produce high-quality tea that meets company and customer specifications
- Achieve production targets while maintaining cost efficiency
- Maintain a safe, hygienic, and environmentally compliant working environment
- Ensure reliability and proper maintenance of production equipment
- Contribute to the achievement of the company's operational and financial goals
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor tea processing operations to ensure production targets are achieved efficiently
- Review and improve production methods and manufacturing techniques for optimal resource utilization
- Coordinate with other factory sections to ensure effective production planning and operational efficiency
- Ensure all tea products consistently meet established quality standards and specifications
- Coordinate and supervise daily production activities within the tea manufacturing section
- Ensure compliance with environmental, occupational health, safety, and food safety standards and regulations
- Participate in the preparation of departmental budgets and ensure adherence to approved budget allocations
- Contribute to the development and implementation of production strategies and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping throughout the production unit
- Supervise, appraise, mentor, and identify training and development needs of Assistant Tea Makers and other production staff
- Participate in the review and development of factory policies, procedures, and operational strategies
- Prepare accurate and timely production reports for management and other relevant stakeholders
- Conduct process capability studies and recommend process improvements where necessary
- Train employees in production methods, quality standards, operational procedures, and process specifications
- Identify, evaluate, and implement cost reduction and process efficiency improvement initiatives
- Report on any changes that may affect food safety to the Food Safety Team
- Report all food safety concerns promptly to the Food Safety Team Leader
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Factory Manager
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree (A0) in Food Science and Technology, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Agriculture, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
- Computer literacy is required
Additional Qualifications
- Knowledge of tea manufacturing processes, food safety management systems (HACCP, FSSC), and quality management principles is an added advantage
- Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Experience
- Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience in tea manufacturing, food processing, or a related production environment
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications in one PDF document addressed to the Managing Director, Shagasha Tea Company Ltd, by email to: recruitment@shagashateas.com, females candidates are encouraged to apply.
Deadline for application:August 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM
Application documents must include:
- A signed application letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with at least three referees
- Copy of academic certificates
- Any other relevant supporting documents
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview
Done at Shagasha on 03/08/2026
Managing Director
Shagasha Tea Company Ltd
