PRODUCTION HEAD

Job Description : PRODUCTION HEAD INDONESIA Head of Production (FMCG – Food & Beverage Manufacturing) Location: Medan A prominent player in the fast-moving consumer goods sector is seeking a dedicated Production Manager to oversee its thriving Food and Beverage manufacturing facility in North Sumatra. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to take on a pivotal role within a large-scale operation, where your expertise will directly influence productivity, quality, and operational efficiency. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be empowered to shape daily production activities, nurture high-performing teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that set new benchmarks for excellence. The organisation offers a supportive environment with strong career growth prospects, exposure to complex manufacturing challenges, and a commitment to professional development. If you are passionate about food safety, operational transformation, and collaborative teamwork, this role provides the perfect platform for you to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career Join one of Indonesia’s most respected FMCG manufacturers and play a key part in shaping the future of large-scale food and beverage production; benefit from working alongside knowledgeable professionals who value collaboration and support. Take ownership of end-to-end production processes, leading diverse teams towards achieving ambitious targets for quality, efficiency, and safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement across all levels. Enjoy flexible working opportunities within a dynamic environment that prioritises training opportunities, leadership development, and exposure to innovative operational strategies designed to help you grow professionally. As the Production Manager Food and Beverages based in North Sumatra, you will play an instrumental role in orchestrating the day-to-day running of a busy manufacturing site. Your focus will be on guiding teams through the complexities of high-volume production while maintaining rigorous standards for quality assurance and food safety. You will work collaboratively with various departments—ranging from engineering to warehouse—to ensure smooth coordination across all functions. By championing best practices in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies such as TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), you will help drive operational excellence at every level. Your ability to analyse performance metrics will enable you to identify areas for enhancement while supporting broader business objectives like plant expansion or process transformation. Success in this position requires not only technical acumen but also strong interpersonal skills that foster trust, cooperation, and shared achievement among colleagues Oversee daily production operations to ensure consistent achievement of output targets while upholding stringent quality and safety standards throughout the facility. Manage, mentor, and develop production teams including supervisors and line leaders by providing clear direction, regular feedback, and ongoing support for their professional growth. Monitor production planning and execution closely to optimise manpower allocation, machine utilisation, and material flow for maximum efficiency. Champion continuous improvement projects focused on enhancing productivity, reducing waste, increasing overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), and driving cost efficiencies across all processes. Ensure full compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), food safety regulations, and internal company operational standards at every stage of production. Collaborate proactively with Quality Assurance (QA), Engineering, Production Planning & Inventory Control (PPIC), Warehouse, and Maintenance teams to guarantee seamless plant operations. Analyse production performance data regularly and prepare comprehensive operational reports for management review to inform strategic decision-making. Support plant expansion efforts as well as process improvement and operational transformation initiatives when required by senior leadership. Foster an inclusive team culture that values open communication, mutual respect, and shared responsibility for achieving collective goals. Act as a dependable point of contact for cross-functional stakeholders by ensuring timely updates on progress, challenges, and solutions. To excel as the Production Manager Food and Beverages in this renowned FMCG environment, you will bring substantial hands-on experience from similar roles within high-volume manufacturing settings. Your educational background equips you with the technical foundation necessary for navigating complex processes unique to food production. Beyond technical proficiency, your history of developing cohesive teams underscores your nurturing approach—one that values empathy, dependability, and open communication. You are adept at implementing industry best practices around lean manufacturing while remaining sensitive to evolving compliance requirements. Your analytical strengths enable you to translate data into actionable insights that benefit both immediate operations and long-term strategy. Above all else, your willingness to collaborate across departments ensures that everyone works together harmoniously towards shared success. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Food Technology, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline is essential for understanding complex manufacturing environments. A minimum of 8–12 years’ experience managing operations within Food & Beverage or FMCG industries demonstrates your capability in handling high-volume settings. Proven track record overseeing large production teams highlights your ability to nurture talent while ensuring efficient workflow management. Comprehensive knowledge of modern production processes—including TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and lean manufacturing—enables you to implement effective continuous improvement strategies. Familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), food safety protocols, and regulatory compliance requirements ensures safe product delivery. Exceptional communication skills allow you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams such as QA, Engineering, PPIC, Warehouse, and Maintenance. Demonstrated stakeholder management abilities equip you to build positive relationships both internally and externally. Willingness to be based in North Sumatra reflects your commitment to being present where your leadership is most needed. Analytical mindset supports your capacity to interpret performance data accurately for informed decision-making. Experience supporting plant expansion or process transformation projects is highly valued.

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