SAMANU PLC Vacancy Fresh Graduates

SAMANU is a platform company with well-established brands operating in Ethiopia’s main FMCG sub-sectors (Tena Edible Oils, 555 and Aura Soap & Detergents, and Chef Luca wheat products).

Currently SAMANU imports raw sunflower oil, mostly from Eastern Europe, and refines and packages it locally. With the new investment, it will construct a solvent extraction plant that will allow it to produce raw oil from locally-grown sunflowers.

Position 1: Customer Service Officer

Education Qualifications and Requirement

• First Degree in Marketing, Sales, or Business Administration from recognized institutions

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in customer service, sales or marketing

Location: Kality, Dukem

Position 2: Shift Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS: –

• BSc degree with chemical engineering, Food engineering /food since & technology, industrial chemistry and related file

Experience: – ·

• 2-5year on food manufacturing company

Location: Dukem

Position 3: Shift Mechanic

Job Skills & Qualifications:

• BSC in Mechanical Engineering 2 years related experience required.
• Diploma in manufacturing technology and general mechanics, 4 years related experience required.
• Experience within the food, vegetable oil and beverage industry preferred.
• Attain and maintain required certifications.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including night shift, overtime, weekends and holidays.
• Effectively work in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond to urgent repairs

Location: Dukem

Position 4: Shift Electrician

Qualifications & Experience ·

• Education: Diploma / Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, EMDI or equivalent qualification. ·

Experience:

• Minimum 2–4 years of hands-on experience as an industrial electrician in a continuous-process manufacturing environment (preferably in vegetable oil refining, edible oil processing, solvent extraction plants, food processing, or petrochemical/refinery sectors). ·
• Proven experience working on high- and low-voltage systems, motor controls, VFDs, PLCs, and industrial utilities (boilers, compressors, chillers, cooling towers, generators). Technical Skills & Knowledge ·
• Strong knowledge of three-phase power systems, motor controls (star-delta, DOL, VFDs), instrumentation loops, and industrial automation. ·
• Familiarity with hazardous area classifications (e.g., Ex-rated equipment) and solvent-handling environments. ·
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics, control drawings, and P&IDs. ·
• Experience with preventive maintenance of boilers, chillers, compressors, cooling towers, and diesel generators. ·
• Basic understanding of PLCs, SCADA, and control systems (troubleshooting preferred). ·
• Competence in using electrical testing and diagnostic equipment.

Location: Dukem

Position 5: Senior Electrician

QUALIFICATIONS: – ·

• BSC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering – 3 years related experience required. ·
• Advanced Diploma in electrical machine drives and automation. 5 years related experience required.
• Experience within the food edible oil and beverage industries preferred.
• Attain and maintain required certifications.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays, when needed
• Effectively work in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond to urgent repairs.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background and criminal checks)

Location: Dukem

Application deadline: March 02, 2026

How to Apply:

Candidates meeting the above-required qualifications are invited to send their CVs through careers@samanu.com or yididiya.kaba@samanu.com

Please title your application with the subject line: -“Position Title”

Applications from female candidates are strongly encouraged and will be given preferential consideration, as we deeply value diversity.

Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for an interview.