Production Manager BaaS job at Zembo
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Location: Kampala, Uganda
Travel: 10% (domestic)
Start date: July 1st, 2025
Reporting line: VP of Technical Operations
About Us
We are Zembo, the start-up paving the way to the e-mobility revolution in Africa. Zembo sells electric motorcycles to commercial users and offers Batteries as a Service (BaaS) via a network of stations. After six years of operation, Zembo is the most experienced and innovative African provider of electric motorcycles and battery swaps on the continent. We are committed to local value creation, partnerships and locally driven solutions. We are scaling up in Uganda and beginning pilots in new geographies, providing an affordable and environmentally responsible mobility solution.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Production Manager to lead the manufacturing and assembly operations of our electric motorcycle charging stations and automated battery swap cabinets. This role is critical to ensuring product quality, production efficiency, cost control, and the timely delivery of hardware essential to our Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) network. The ideal candidate will have a background in industrial production, electromechanical systems, and supplier development.
Key Responsibilities
Production Workshop Setup & Commissioning
Production Planning & Operations
Supplier Development & Capacity Building
Quality Control & Assurance
Team Building & Training
Equipment & Facility Management
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or assembly of electromechanical systems or energy infrastructure.
- Proven experience in setting up production workshops or assembly lines, especially in a startup or greenfield context.
- Demonstrated success in supplier development, quality assurance, and team leadership.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies.
- Experience in African or emerging markets is a strong advantage.
- Proficiency in production management software and technical drawings.
Key Skills
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Strong leadership, training, and team development abilities
- Technical problem-solving and process optimization mindset
- Clear, effective communication with internal teams and external suppliers
- High attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality
Vacancy title:
Production Manager BaaS
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Engineering Services, Category: Management]
Jobs at:
Zembo
Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, June 19 2025
Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, June 5 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Travel: 10% (domestic)
Start date: July 1st, 2025
Reporting line: VP of Technical Operations
About Us
We are Zembo, the start-up paving the way to the e-mobility revolution in Africa. Zembo sells electric motorcycles to commercial users and offers Batteries as a Service (BaaS) via a network of stations. After six years of operation, Zembo is the most experienced and innovative African provider of electric motorcycles and battery swaps on the continent. We are committed to local value creation, partnerships and locally driven solutions. We are scaling up in Uganda and beginning pilots in new geographies, providing an affordable and environmentally responsible mobility solution.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Production Manager to lead the manufacturing and assembly operations of our electric motorcycle charging stations and automated battery swap cabinets. This role is critical to ensuring product quality, production efficiency, cost control, and the timely delivery of hardware essential to our Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) network. The ideal candidate will have a background in industrial production, electromechanical systems, and supplier development.
Key Responsibilities
Production Workshop Setup & Commissioning
Production Planning & Operations
Supplier Development & Capacity Building
Quality Control & Assurance
Team Building & Training
Equipment & Facility Management
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or assembly of electromechanical systems or energy infrastructure.
- Proven experience in setting up production workshops or assembly lines, especially in a startup or greenfield context.
- Demonstrated success in supplier development, quality assurance, and team leadership.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies.
- Experience in African or emerging markets is a strong advantage.
- Proficiency in production management software and technical drawings.
Key Skills
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Strong leadership, training, and team development abilities
- Technical problem-solving and process optimization mindset
- Clear, effective communication with internal teams and external suppliers
- High attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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