HR Manager (Manufacturing, East Java)

Keywords: collaborative, supportive leadership, dependable, inclusive, flexible working opportunities, generous pensions contributions, training opportunities, knowledgeable, growth leadership, team

A leading manufacturing company in East Java is seeking a dedicated Human Resources Manager to join their team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their workforce. This opportunity offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact by developing HR systems, improving employee relations, and supporting a large, diverse group of production workers and staff. You will be empowered to drive positive change, reduce turnover and absenteeism, and build robust HR practices from the ground up. The organisation values your expertise in labour-intensive environments and welcomes your hands-on approach to building structure and nurturing a supportive workplace culture. With attractive benefits including private medical insurance for permanent employees, performance bonuses, and company vehicle support, this role provides both professional growth and personal rewards. If you are passionate about fostering an inclusive environment where every team member feels valued and supported, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

• You will have the opportunity to lead HR transformation initiatives in a labour-intensive manufacturing setting, directly impacting thousands of production workers and staff.
• The organisation offers comprehensive benefits such as private medical insurance for permanent employees, performance-based bonuses, and support with transportation needs.
• You will work closely with senior management to develop HR systems, improve compensation structures, and create actionable insights from HR data to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.

What you'll do:

As Human Resources Manager, you will be at the heart of driving positive change within a large-scale manufacturing operation in East Java. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve analysing complex HR data to uncover trends affecting turnover and absenteeism, then translating these insights into practical recommendations that benefit both employees and the business. You will review compensation structures to ensure fairness across all levels of the workforce—addressing any gaps or underpayment issues—and maintain strong compliance standards by liaising with local manpower authorities. Your role will also focus on developing initiatives that foster loyalty among production workers while strengthening overall HR systems beyond payroll. By collaborating closely with your HR team and senior management, you will build robust processes that support high-volume recruitment, attendance tracking, and workforce optimisation. Success in this position means creating an environment where every employee feels valued, supported, and motivated to contribute their best.

• Analyse HR data and information from the team to translate findings into actionable recommendations that drive improvements across the workforce.
• Review existing compensation and wage structures to ensure fairness, address underpayment issues, and promote equitable treatment for all employees.
• Maintain compliance with local manpower authorities while fostering positive relationships that support organisational goals.
• Develop targeted initiatives aimed at reducing high employee turnover rates and absenteeism within the production workforce.
• Strengthen current HR systems and processes by expanding beyond payroll to implement broader solutions that support workforce management.
• Lead high-volume recruitment efforts for daily production workers (borongan) as well as staff positions, ensuring timely onboarding and effective integration.
• Oversee attendance tracking and workforce management strategies to optimise productivity in a labour-intensive environment.
• Build structure within the HR function by establishing best practices, policies, and procedures tailored to the unique needs of a large-scale manufacturing operation.
• Work collaboratively with a team of approximately ten HR professionals covering payroll, administration, front office duties, and data management.
• Engage regularly with senior management to align HR strategies with business objectives while providing expert guidance on employee relations.

What you bring:

Your extensive background as a Human Resources Manager in labour-intensive manufacturing settings equips you perfectly for this role. You bring deep knowledge of managing large blue-collar workforces—often exceeding 1,000 employees—and have successfully led high-volume recruitment campaigns that ensure seamless onboarding for both production workers and staff. Your analytical mindset allows you to interpret complex HR data effectively; you use these insights to inform decisions around attendance tracking, turnover reduction strategies, compensation reviews, and employee relations. Comfortable navigating environments where HR systems are still evolving, you thrive when given the opportunity to build structure from the ground up. Your mature approach enables you to work closely with senior leaders while fostering inclusive practices that value every team member’s contribution. Through empathetic communication and collaborative problem-solving skills, you help nurture a workplace culture where everyone feels respected and supported.

• Proven experience as an HR Manager within large-scale manufacturing environments involving labour-intensive operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume recruitment processes for blue-collar workforces exceeding 1,000 employees.
• Expertise in handling attendance tracking, turnover reduction strategies, and employee relations in fast-paced settings.
• Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to identifying workforce trends and implementing actionable solutions.
• Comfortable working in environments where HR systems are still developing; able to build processes from scratch with hands-on involvement.
• Mature interpersonal skills enabling close collaboration with senior management teams on strategic HR matters.
• Experience overseeing compensation reviews to ensure fair treatment across diverse groups of permanent and contract employees.
• Ability to foster inclusive practices that support both production workers (borongan) and staff members alike.
• Knowledge of local manpower regulations coupled with proven compliance management capabilities.
• Commitment to nurturing a supportive workplace culture through empathetic communication and collaborative problem-solving.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a lasting impact on thousands of lives by transforming HR practices in East Java’s thriving manufacturing sector, this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—take the next step towards joining an organisation that values your expertise and supports your growth.

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