Plant Manager (FMCG)

This role will lead plant operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives, operational excellence, and manufacturing productivity.

Plant Manager

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: Jakarta

Keywords: collaborative, supportive leadership, continuous improvement, operational excellence, inclusive, dependable, team, growth leadership, training opportunities, flexible working opportunities

A confidential FMCG manufacturing organisation is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee and elevate its manufacturing operations in Jakarta. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape plant performance, drive operational excellence, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. You will be at the heart of production, ensuring efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness while meeting ambitious targets for quality and customer service. The organisation values collaboration across departments, providing you with the chance to work closely with Supply Chain, Technical, Quality, Engineering, and other key functions. If you are passionate about nurturing teams, optimising processes, and supporting business growth in a dynamic environment, this position promises both challenge and reward. Enjoy flexible working opportunities and access to training that will help you grow your leadership skills and expand your professional network.

• Take ownership of end-to-end manufacturing operations in a supportive environment where your collaborative approach will be valued by cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and more.
• Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives that focus on productivity, process optimisation, waste minimisation, and cost efficiency without compromising safety or quality standards.
• Benefit from flexible working opportunities and ongoing training programmes designed to enhance your leadership capabilities and support your professional development within a respected FMCG manufacturer.

What you'll do:

As Plant Manager in Jakarta for this confidential FMCG manufacturer, you will play a central role in orchestrating daily operations that span production planning through to quality assurance. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve managing resources efficiently—ensuring that manpower is deployed effectively alongside machinery and materials to meet production targets. You will establish systems for performance tracking and issue escalation so that operational challenges are addressed promptly. By championing continuous improvement projects focused on throughput enhancement and OEE optimisation, you will help drive productivity gains across the plant. Collaboration is key: you’ll work closely with Supply Chain to synchronise production schedules with demand forecasts while partnering with Procurement and Distribution teams to guarantee seamless material flow. Compliance is paramount; you’ll uphold rigorous standards for food safety and regulatory adherence while nurturing a culture of workplace safety. Financial stewardship will be part of your remit as you monitor costs against budgets—always seeking ways to improve efficiency without sacrificing quality or safety. Finally, your leadership will extend to developing talent within the plant organisation; you’ll guide workforce planning efforts that build capability among supervisors and department heads while promoting interdepartmental cooperation.

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure optimal utilisation of manpower, machinery, materials, and production capacity while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
• Own the annual operating plan and monthly production schedules by aligning production output with customer demand and business priorities through effective planning and management.
• Establish robust daily management systems including performance meetings, shift handovers, reviews, and timely escalation of operational issues to maintain seamless plant operations.
• Drive improvements in production throughput, yield, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by leading initiatives that reduce losses, minimise downtime, optimise changeover times, and eliminate bottlenecks.
• Identify opportunities for process optimisation, cost reduction, waste minimisation, and productivity enhancement by collaborating with Technical Support, Engineering, and Process teams.
• Work closely with Supply Chain to align production capacity with demand forecasts while ensuring material availability through effective S&OP and production scheduling.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Warehouse, Quality Assurance, Distribution teams to ensure smooth material flow and timely product delivery while proactively addressing supply constraints.
• Ensure all manufacturing activities comply with company policies as well as food safety requirements and applicable regulatory standards by driving a strong safety culture across the plant.
• Develop and manage the plant operating budget by monitoring key manufacturing costs such as labour, utilities, raw materials, packaging materials, maintenance expenses; implement initiatives for cost efficiency.
• Lead workforce planning efforts including manpower productivity assessments, succession planning strategies, capability development programmes; foster effective collaboration across departments.

What you bring:

Your extensive background in manufacturing operations—particularly within FMCG or similar sectors—will enable you to excel as Plant Manager. You bring not only technical expertise but also a nuanced understanding of how production planning intersects with supply chain dynamics. Your familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles means you’re adept at identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions that drive productivity gains. Financial stewardship comes naturally; you know how to balance cost control measures against the need for uncompromised quality. As someone who thrives on collaboration across functions like Procurement or Quality Assurance—and who values inclusive team-building—you’ll foster an environment where every department works together towards shared goals. Your analytical approach ensures operational issues are resolved quickly using data-driven insights while your commitment to compliance guarantees adherence to stringent food safety protocols. Above all else, your leadership style is supportive: you nurture talent within the plant organisation by guiding workforce planning efforts that build capability among supervisors and department heads.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline provides you with the technical foundation required for success in large-scale manufacturing environments.
• Minimum 10–15 years’ experience in manufacturing operations ensures you bring deep industry knowledge along with proven expertise in plant management or senior manufacturing leadership roles.
• Demonstrated track record managing complex manufacturing operations within FMCG or related industries equips you to handle the demands of high-volume production environments.
• Comprehensive understanding of production planning processes enables you to align output with business objectives while maintaining operational flexibility.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing methodologies such as TPM or Six Sigma positions you as an advocate for continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE enhancement.
• Strong financial acumen allows you to manage plant budgets effectively while identifying opportunities for cost reduction without compromising product quality or workplace safety.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams means your interpersonal skills foster collaboration between departments such as Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, Engineering.
• Analytical mindset coupled with problem-solving abilities empowers you to make data-driven decisions that address operational challenges swiftly.
• Commitment to compliance ensures all activities adhere to food safety requirements as well as relevant regulatory standards; your attention to detail minimises defects and customer complaints.
• Leadership experience developing operational capabilities among supervisors supports organisational growth through succession planning strategies.

What sets this company apart:

This confidential FMCG manufacturer stands out for its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where collaboration is encouraged across all levels of the organisation. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities tailored to support work-life balance alongside comprehensive training programmes designed for professional growth. The company’s dedication to operational excellence is matched by its investment in people—offering clear pathways for career progression through capability development initiatives. With a strong emphasis on workplace safety and compliance with international standards for food quality management systems, this employer provides a dependable environment where your contributions are recognised. The culture here is one of mutual support: cross-functional teamwork is not just encouraged but celebrated as essential for achieving business objectives. If you value being part of an organisation that prioritises both operational performance and employee wellbeing—while offering opportunities for personal advancement—this is the place where your skills can truly flourish.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey by joining a collaborative team dedicated to operational excellence in Jakarta’s thriving FMCG sector—apply now!

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