Plant Manager - Food

Michael Page; Surabaya ꦱꦸꦫꦧꦪ; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee plant operations in Surabaya, Indonesia. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and proven experience in the FMCG/Food industry. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, implementing change initiatives, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. This role offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for operational transformation within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Housing provided near the plant

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in plant management within the FMCG/Food industry.
• Strong knowledge of production processes and safety regulations.
• Ability to communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations for efficiency and compliance.
• Implement change initiatives for continuous improvement.
• Manage OPEX and CAPEX budgets.

Skills

Plant management experience

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Communication in English

Knowledge of Lean methodologies

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Job description

• Opportunity to lead modernization and professionalize plant operations
• Drive cultural transformation and implement best-in-class management practices.

About Our Client

The company is a well-established entity in the Food sector with a significant presence in the market. It is known for its commitment to quality production and operational efficiency, supporting a large-scale manufacturing facility.

Job Description

• Oversee daily plant operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with food safety standards.
• Implement change initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, TPM) for continuous improvement.
• Manage OPEX and CAPEX budgets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Lead, develop, and foster team collaboration.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors for smooth operations.
• Develop operational strategies aligned with company goals for modernization and growth.
• Ensure adherence to HSE standards across all plant activities.
• Monitor and improve plant performance through data-driven decision-making and KPIs.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's in Engineering.
• Proven experience in plant management within the FMCG/ Food industry.
• Strong knowledge of production processes and safety regulations.
• Excellent people leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Strong management in budgeting and optimise costs effectively.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.

What's on Offer

• Competitive compensation package with housing provided near the plant.
• Opportunity to lead operational transformation in a growing company.
• Collaborative work environment with strong support from leadership and teams.