Branch Growth & Operations Leader

Pt Amartha Mikro Fintek; Batang; On-site; IDR 200,000,000 - 350,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé is seeking a First Line Manager at Panjang Factory, Lampung, Indonesia to lead frontline manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality production. You will drive line performance, develop people capabilities, and foster a culture of continuous improvement while maintaining safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Collaborating with Engineering, Quality, SHE, HR, and Supply Chain, you will deliver operational excellence through TPM, Lean, and problem‑solving

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience in FMCG/food & beverage.
• Experience leading and developing teams in a production environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management with cross-functional influence.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and continuous improvement capabilities.
• Familiarity with TPM, Lean Manufacturing, NCE, HACCP, QMS, and KPIs is desirable.
• Good command of English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety, health, environmental, and food safety compliance across production operations.
• Achieve production targets through effective planning and execution.
• Drive line efficiency, productivity, and asset optimization initiatives.
• Manage workforce performance, capability building, and employee engagement.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through NCE, TPM, Lean, and problem-solving methods.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, SHE, HR, Supply Chain and other stakeholders to deliver excellence.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

People development

Leadership

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

TPM knowledge

Lean Manufacturing

NCE

HACCP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Job description

Location: Panjang Factory, Lampung, Indonesia

Position Snapshot
At Nestlé, we believe in unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come. We are looking for a talented First Line Manager to join our Operations team at Panjang Factory and play a critical role in driving manufacturing excellence, people development, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

A Day in the Life of a First Line Manager

As a First Line Manager, you will lead frontline manufacturing operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of Nestlé products. You will be responsible for optimizing line performance, managing resources effectively, developing people capabilities, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading safety, health, environmental, and food safety compliance across production operations.
• Ensuring achievement of production targets through effective operational planning and execution.
• Driving line efficiency, productivity improvement, and asset optimization initiatives.
• Managing workforce performance, capability building, employee engagement, and coaching activities.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives through Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE), TPM, Lean, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, SHE, HR, Supply Chain, and other key stakeholders to deliver operational excellence.

What Will Make You Successful

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or other related technical disciplines.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably within FMCG or food & beverage industries.
• Experience leading and developing teams in a production environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across functions.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and continuous improvement capability.
• Familiarity with TPM, Lean Manufacturing, NCE, HACCP, QMS, and manufacturing KPIs is highly desirable.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

We Are Nestlé

Nestlé is the largest food and beverage company in the world. We are driven by a simple purpose: unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come. At Nestlé, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your career, and make a meaningful impact while working with passionate teams committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals and value diversity in our workforce.