CANDLE MAKER

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Candle and Soap Production

• Prepare materials, tools and equipment required for making candles and soap according to established production procedures.
• Assist with measuring, mixing, melting, pouring and moulding candle-making materials as instructed.
• Flatten, shape, trim and finish candles to achieve the required sizes, designs and appearance.
• Follow production instructions carefully to ensure consistency, quality and minimal material wastage.

 Finishing and Product Decoration

• Assist with decorating candles using approved colours, designs, patterns and other decorative elements.
• Trim wicks, smooth surfaces and correct minor imperfections to ensure finished products meet quality standards.
• Apply finishing touches to candles and soap products to improve their appearance and presentation.
• Inspect completed products for defects, inconsistencies or damage and separate items that require reworking.

Packaging and Stock Management

• Wrap, label and package finished candles and soap products neatly for storage, display or delivery.
• Count finished products and maintain accurate records of production quantities, packaging materials and stock levels.
• Monitor the availability of raw materials, fragrances, waxes, moulds, wicks and packaging supplies, reporting shortages promptly.
• Ensure finished products are stored properly to protect them from dust, damage, heat and other conditions that may affect quality.

Workspace Management and Safety

• Keep the production area, worktables, tools and equipment clean, organized and ready for daily operations.
• Handle wax, fragrances, dyes, soap-making materials and other production supplies carefully and according to safety instructions.
• Follow established procedures when working with heated materials, cutting tools and production equipment.
• Report faulty equipment, damaged materials, production challenges and safety concerns to the supervisor promptly.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• A certificate in crafts, production, arts and design or a related field is an added advantage but not mandatory.
• Previous experience in candle making, soap making, handicrafts, cosmetics production or a similar hands-on production role is desirable.
• Practical ability to perform detailed manual tasks, shape products and apply decorative finishes.
• Basic understanding of product packaging, quality control and stock management.
• Ability to follow instructions, maintain production records and meet daily output targets.
• Willingness to learn new production techniques and work with different materials.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for counting products, measuring materials and recording stock.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.