Engineering Manager — FMCG Food (Bandung)

People Search International; Kota Bandung; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A national FMCG manufacturer is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead engineering and maintenance functions at the factory in Bandung. This role involves ensuring machine reliability, overseeing maintenance programs, and driving engineering improvement projects. Candidates should have 7–10 years of experience in FMCG or pharmaceutical manufacturing, strong technical and leadership skills, and a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field. This company offers a key leadership role with opportunities for impactful improvements.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years’ experience as an Engineering Manager or Senior Engineering Leader.
• Strong knowledge of PLC/automation and engineering systems.
• Experience in managing mechanical and electrical engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Ensure high machine reliability and availability for production needs.
• Plan and execute engineering improvement projects.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical capability

Machine maintenance knowledge

Experience with GPT and HSE compliance

Familiarity with Lean and TPM

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a national FMCG Food manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead all engineering and maintenance functions at the factory. This role ensures machine reliability, preventive maintenance, project execution, and continuous improvement across the plant. We are looking for someone with strong technical capability, leadership discipline, and deep exposure to FMCG Food or Pharmaceutical (GMP) environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Ensure high machine uptime, reliability, and availability for production needs.
• Oversee electrical, mechanical, and utility systems across the factory.
• Plan and execute engineering improvement projects, upgrades, and automation initiatives.
• Lead root‑cause analysis and implement corrective actions for equipment issues.
• Manage engineering budgets, spare parts, and cost control.
• Strengthen engineering discipline, safety standards, and compliance with GMP & HSE.
• Build and develop engineering teams to support operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related fields.
• 7–10 years’ experience as an Engineering Manager or Senior Engineering Leader in FMCG Food or Pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of machine maintenance, utilities, PLC/automation, and engineering systems.
• Experience in managing engineers and technicians (mechanical, electrical, utilities).
• Strong discipline, leadership presence, and hands‑on approach.
• Familiar with Lean, TPM, 5S, or continuous improvement programs.
• Willing to be based full‑time in Bandung.

Why You Should Apply

• Key leadership role driving engineering reliability and factory performance.
• Opportunity to modernize systems and lead impactful improvement projects.
• Join a stable, nationally recognized FMCG brand with strong growth momentum.