Executive Recruitment Consultant at Monroe Consulting group is partnering with a leading multinational FMCG manufacturer to hire a high-caliber Section Lead to oversee end-to-end production operations at one of the largest plants in the region.
The role sits at Director-1 level and plays a critical part in driving operational excellence, people leadership, and long-term manufacturing transformation. This job will be based in Cikarang.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage three high-volume production lines, each comprising approximately 400 employees.
- Drive change management initiatives across the plant to uplift productivity, culture, and operational discipline.
- Ensure zero-accident and zero-waste standards through strong alignment with global manufacturing frameworks.
- Oversee multiple critical functions, including:
- Facility & Asset Management
- Technical & Engineering
- Safety & Security
- PPIC, Logistics & Material Flow
- Business Development & Continuous Improvement
- Collaborate closely with senior manufacturing leaders across regional and global structures.
- Champion Lean methodologies and operational excellence frameworks to sustain high performance across all lines.
- Serve as a key talent pipeline for future Plant Director succession.
Requirements
- 6-10 years experience in production, manufacturing operations, or plant leadership within FMCG or relevant industries.
- Proven track record managing large-scale teams (minimum 100-200 people; ideally 400+).
- Deep expertise in Lean Manufacturing (IWS, OPEN+, TPM, or equivalent frameworks).
- Strong capability in Change Management and driving behavioural/operational transformation.
- High-drive, firm, and structured leadership style with strong on-the-floor presence.
- Strong stakeholder management and ability to collaborate across functions (Engineering, Safety, Logistics, etc.).
- Demonstrated potential for future senior leadership roles, ideally Plant Director track.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-complexity manufacturing environment with regional visibility.
