Head of Processing Operations

Monroe Consulting Group; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 662.800.000 - 994.201.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in Indonesia is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead and manage production functions. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in manufacturing and a strong focus on continuous improvement methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma. This role emphasizes leadership skills, operational efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations management.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all production and processing functions.
• Oversee daily operations for efficient production planning.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Operations Management

Continuous Improvement

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations/Supply Chain/Business

MBA or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

• Lead and manage all production and processing functions, including manufacturing operations, quality assurance, and related support units.
• Build and mentor high-performing cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee daily operations to ensure efficient production planning, resource utilization, and adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across throughput, yield, downtime, cost, and productivity metrics.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives using lean, six sigma, and other structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Establish and enforce robust QA/QC systems to ensure product consistency, compliance, and customer satisfaction.
• Lead internal and external audits to maintain compliance with regulatory, customer, and certification standards.
• Partner with product development, supply chain, and commercial teams to align production capabilities with business objectives.
• Drive cost optimization through process automation, workflow redesign, and efficient resource allocation.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies and operational innovations to improve speed, flexibility, and efficiency.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to translate strategic goals into operational execution, ensuring seamless coordination between production, logistics, and business units.
• Promote a culture of innovation, safety, and operational excellence throughout all production sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related field; an MBA or equivalent is preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, or operations management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven success in leading large-scale production or processing teams and delivering operational efficiency at scale.
• Strong knowledge of production systems, quality management, and process optimization methodologies.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement frameworks (Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, etc.).
• Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align cross-functional teams.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to solving complex operational challenges.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and decision-making abilities.
• Experience in manufacturing, food processing, or consumer goods is preferred but not required.