Lean Manager

Caterpillar; Batam; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A global machinery company in Batam is seeking an experienced Lean Manager to lead operational excellence initiatives. The role involves managing projects, training teams on Lean and Six Sigma, and ensuring continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has 7-9 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, and Six Sigma certification. Join us to make a tangible impact in building a better world.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Pension and accident & life insurance

Annual bonus potential

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 to 9 years of experience in lean manufacturing or project management.
• Proficiency in English is mandatory.
• Certification in Six Sigma or related process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring performance and improvements in key metrics.
• Directing, motivating and developing staff.
• Tracking financial results and reports on quantifiable goals.

Skills

Coaching Others

Interpersonal Relationships

Project Management

Problem Solving

Analytical Thinking

Six Sigma Methodology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Job description

Career Area: Strategy

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Caterpillar Indonesia Batam is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Lean Manager to lead and support strategic improvement initiatives that drive operational excellence across our manufacturing operations. In this role, you will be responsible for managing cross-functional projects and supervising teams focused on process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, and project management methodologies. You will play a critical role in shaping how we work—coaching teams, embedding a culture of continuous improvement, and delivering measurable results in efficiency, quality, and cost.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact in a globally recognized organization that values innovation, collaboration, and employee development.

As a Lean Manager, you will not only influence key business outcomes but also empower others to grow and succeed. If you are passionate about solving complex challenges, developing people, and leading with purpose, we invite you to join us in building a better world from Batam to beyond.

Additional Info:

Shift: Regular

Work Location: Batam, Kepulauan Riau

This position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.

Travel Requirement: No

You will work in an office environment.

Domestic relocation is available for this position.

What You Will Do :

• Monitoring performance and improvements in key metrics. Promoting the use of metrics and data to drive project focus.
• Directing, motivating and developing staff, maximizing their individual contribution, professional growth and ability to function effectively with their colleagues as a team.
• Tracking financial results and reports on quantifiable goals and objectives; estimating future projects from financial, throughput, lead-time and on-time performance improvements to assist in the prioritization of projects.
• Training and mentoring employees; educating personnel on Lean and Six Sigma methodology and identifying the best projects for implementation.

What Skills You Have:

• Coaching Others: Knowledge of coaching and mentoring concepts and methods; ability to encourage, motivate, and guide individuals in learning and improving effectiveness.
• Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
• Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
• Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• Six Sigma Methodology: Knowledge of the concepts of six sigma DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) methodology; ability to use the methodology to improve the manufacturing processes and control the improvements by eliminating root causes.

What Will Set You Apart:

• Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree is required, with a preference for candidates from an Engineering background.
• Experience: A minimum of 7 to 9 years of experience in lean manufacturing or project management.
• Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English is mandatory.
• Certification: Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent) or similar process improvement certification (e.g., Lean, Kaizen, TQM).
• Ability: Ability to lead or participate in cross-functional process improvement initiatives.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Reasonable Accommodation):

• This job requires extensive active movement throughout the plant including climbing stairs and steps, lifting devices, and pushing and pulling equipment.

What You Will Get

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just a salaried wage because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides benefits (medical, dental, vision, pension, and accident & life insurance) along with the potential of an annual bonus.

Final Details

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Relocation is available for this position.

Posting Dates:

September 15, 2025 - September 28, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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