Senior Manager Production

Caterpillar Brazil; Batam; On-site; IDR 900,000,000 - 1,200,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar Indonesia Batam is seeking a Production Manager to lead 6-8 section managers in assembly areas, drive production excellence, and implement strategic initiatives. You will supervise staffing, development, and performance programs while ensuring safety and efficiency in manufacturing operations.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree with 7+ years in a supervisory capacity in manufacturing, strong Lean/Six Sigma experience, and good English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Engineering, Operations, or similar).
• 7+ years in supervisory/managerial roles in shop/operations manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead PQVC for value streams and manage staffing, development, and performance programs.
• Oversee safety, schedules, and resource usage to meet production targets.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and implement cost and quality controls.

Skills

Manufacturing Ops

Manufacturing Safety

Planning & Organizing

Standards & Policies

Production Scheduling

Quality Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Career Area: Manufacturing 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. Why you want the job and why it’s awesome! The role of Production Manager at Caterpillar Indonesia Batam offers an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic team in an innovative environment. You will drive production excellence, implement strategic initiatives, and lead 6-8 section managers in the assembly areas. Caterpillar is committed to the professional development of all employees, providing extensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and a clear path for career advancement. Working at Caterpillar means being part of a global network with a collaborative culture and competitive benefits. If you are a driven professional looking for a rewarding career, join us at Caterpillar Indonesia Batam and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and growth.

Additional Info:

Shift: Regular Work Location: Batam, Kepulauan Riau Travel Requirement: 0 – 10% You will work both in an office and manufacturing shop-floor environment. Domestic relocation is available for this position.

What You Will Do:

• This position requires managing the People, Quality, Velocity and Cost (PQVC) for the value streams.
• Managing staffing, development, and performance management programs for operations staff; managing, motivating, and developing management team.
• Overseeing operations activities, ensuring that safety, and schedules and performance requirements are met, and system resources are used effectively.
• Monitoring overall operations performance and implementing production safety, cost, and quality control mechanisms.
• Ensures the compliance of all regulatory guidelines and forges a safe and sound manufacturing environment.

What Skills You Have:

• Manufacturing Operations: Knowledge of manufacturing operations; ability to perform day-to-day operations of a manufacturing plant or facility for products.
• Manufacturing Safety: Knowledge of manufacturing safety; ability to identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, environment and site.
• Planning and Organizing: Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way.
• Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies: Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.
• Production Scheduling and Control: Knowledge of procedures and tools for scheduling and controlling production runs; ability to utilize knowledge of daily manufacturing processes to assure quality deliverables.
• Quality Management: Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques and ability to create and support an environment that meets the quality goals of the organization.

What Will Set You Apart:

• Educational Background: A minimum of a bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field
• Experience: At least 7 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role within shop or operations manufacturing industries, or a similar, relevant position.
• Language Proficiency: Good proficiency in English is required Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with team members and stakeholders.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• 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:

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates: September 10, 2026 - September 24, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.