Manufacturing Manager

Flora Food Group; Cikarang; On-site; IDR 500,000,000 - 800,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Flora Food Group in Cikarang, Indonesia, is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead daily factory operations on-site, coaching operators to deliver consistent results and drive improvements in equipment effectiveness and efficiency.

You will collaborate with safety, quality, engineering, planning, finance and supply chain teams to deliver productivity gains, reduce waste, and build a culture of ownership and reliability for our food manufacturing site.

Qualifications

• Hands-on leader on the shop floor.
• Proven track record in improving equipment effectiveness and OEE.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Experience in FMCG/food manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily factory operations, coaching operators to deliver consistent results.
• Drive site-wide improvements in equipment effectiveness and efficiency.
• Implement continuous improvement programs focused on reliability and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with safety, quality, engineering, planning, finance and supply chain teams to deliver productivity gains.
• Manage cross-functional projects to reduce waste and increase capacity.

Skills

Shop floor leadership

Equipment effectiveness

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decisions

English / Bahasa Indonesia

Strategic planning

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

SAP PM

Power BI

Job description

Job Title Manufacturing Manager The Practical Detail Location: Cikarang, Indonesia Working Model: On-site Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

Why this role matters

In your first year, you will lead the site’s productivity agenda, driving measurable improvements in overall equipment effectiveness and operational efficiency. This role is crucial to closing performance gaps in manufacturing that directly impact cost, quality, and service levels. By leading continuous improvement initiatives and fostering a culture of ownership on the factory floor, you enable Flora Food Group to deliver better food more efficiently to kitchens everywhere. Your work ensures that our ingredients and processes meet the highest standards of reliability and sustainability.

What you'll do

• Lead daily factory operations, coaching and influencing operators to deliver consistent results.
• Drive site-wide improvement in equipment effectiveness through loss analysis and root cause elimination.
• Implement continuous improvement programs focused on equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with safety, quality, engineering, planning, finance, and supply chain teams to deliver productivity and cost improvements.
• Manage cross-functional projects that reduce waste and increase capacity.

Performance

You will own key performance indicators including safety, quality, overall equipment effectiveness, reliability, conversion cost, and asset utilization. Your data-driven decisions and leadership will reduce breakdowns, improve maintenance compliance, and create measurable savings. Success means higher service levels and a more productive, cost-effective manufacturing site.

Care

This role reports to the Head of Factory Indonesia and leads a cross-functional team focused on factory performance improvement, standards deployment, and capability building. You will foster a culture of safety and operational ownership, working closely with multiple departments to ensure sustainable, long-term improvements. Your leadership will build a resilient operation that supports Flora Food Group’s commitment to doing the right thing every day for our people and communities.

Passion

You are passionate about food manufacturing and innovation, constantly seeking ways to raise the bar in taste, nutrition, and functionality through operational excellence. Your curiosity about process improvements and equipment reliability drives you to deliver better food outcomes. You take pride in your craft and believe that every improvement in the factory contributes to the quality and sustainability of the food we bring to tables worldwide.

About you

• You bring strong manufacturing experience in fast-moving consumer goods or food industries, with proven success in leading equipment effectiveness and operational excellence programs. You are a hands-on leader who spends time on the shop floor, coaching and developing your team with integrity. Your analytical mindset and data-driven approach enable you to solve complex problems and influence cross-functional stakeholders. You thrive in a collaborative environment and have a continuous improvement mindset. Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia, you are comfortable using manufacturing systems like SAP PM and Power BI.
• You are genuinely interested in food culture and curious about how consumer behaviour and future food trends shape innovation. You understand that strong brands are built by anticipating what’s next in taste, nutrition and functionality, and by translating insight into meaningful consumer experiences.

Where this could lead to

This role typically leads to becoming Head of Factory at the Cikarang site, offering a clear path to senior leadership within manufacturing operations. Over time, you will expand your influence on operational strategy and business results, shaping the future of Flora Food Group’s production capabilities.

Apply before: 20-Oct-2026