Factory Manager

About the Company

UTCL is located along the Kampala Jinja highway near Lugazi municipal council in Buikwe district approximately 48 kilometers from Kampala City and 40 Kilometers from Jinja opposite Mt ST Mary’s College Namagunga.

UTCL is a leading tea producer, generating over 3.5 million kilograms of tea annually — approximately 10% of Uganda’s national output. The company serves both international markets (80%) and local markets (20%), with exports routed through the Mombasa Auction. Additional activities include afforestation, coffee, cocoa, and banana farming

Position Overview.

Position Title: Factory Manager

Department: Factory & Engineering

Location:

Lugazi, Buikwe District

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a strategic, results-driven, and highly experienced Tea Factory Manager to oversee the complete operational, administrative, and financial performance of our tea processing facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maximizing production efficiency, controlling manufacturing costs, and ensuring that all processed tea meets premium global quality standards. In this leadership role, you will manage department heads including production, engineering, finance, and logistics while fostering a safe, compliant, and highly productive work environment. Strategic planning, robust budget management, and strong leadership skills are critical to optimizing factory profitability and maintaining stakeholder trust.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s in Food Science, Agricultural Engineering, Business Administration, or a related industrial management field.
• Minimum of 2 to 5 years of progressive management experience specifically within a commercial tea manufacturing factory.

Deadline: 12th July 2026.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application, including a cover letter and detailed CV, to:

Email: recruitment@ugandateacl.org or Contact HR Office on (070)489-2919, (075)816-4536 for more information

Uganda Tea Corporation Ltd values a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.