Tjiwi Kimia
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    Company Profile

    Company overview

    Industry

    Packaging, Paper & Forest Products

    Company size

    51-100

    Primary location

    Plaza BII Tower II Lt. 9 Jl. M.H. Thamrin No 51
    PT Pabrik Kertas Tjiwi Kimia Tbk. (Tjiwi Kimia) manufacturing facilities are located in Sidoarjo, near Surabaya in East Java - Indonesia. The mill which started as a caustic soda plant, now boasts many state-of-the-art paper and converting machines making it one of the world’s largest stationery manufacturers under one roof.The mill commenced production in 1978 with an annual paper production capacity of 12,000 metric tons. In 2006, the annual paper and board production capacity grew to over 1,200,000 metric tons along with an additional stationery converting capacity of approximately 320,000 metric tons per annum. The product range includes value-added products such as coated art, cast coated, specialty paper, carbonless paper and huge range of school and office stationery. Exercise books, pads, spirals, hardback books, drawing books, shopping bags, fancy stationery, envelopes, continuous forms, file folders and others make up the range of converted stationery products. Tjiwi Kimia is one of APP paper mill in Indonesia that has been actively promoting the use of post-consumer waste paper. The recycled fiber is used in the manufacture of Tjiwi Kimia’s fine paper and stationery range of products. Tjiwi Kimia obtain various certifications that provide third party verification for its commitment in efficient and sustainable operations.

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    4.164 ratings in total
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    What’s it like working at Tjiwi Kimia?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at Tjiwi Kimia value the extensive learning opportunities and hands-on experience in manufacturing and industrial operations, supported by good training programmes. The friendly colleagues and strong teamwork create a supportive environment, whilst career development opportunities are available for high-performing employees. The competitive compensation and benefits packages, including bonuses and allowances, are appreciated, as is the advantage of working for a large, established multinational company with strong industry presence.

    However, there are some potential challenges to consider. The work environment can be demanding, with high stress levels and pressure to meet production targets. Some employees note that advancement to higher positions may take longer than anticipated. New employees may experience a steep learning curve when adapting to complex systems and processes. Communication between departments could benefit from continuous improvement, and the distance from city centres may be a consideration. Additionally, some reviewers mention that office dynamics can be complex, with noticeable gaps between senior and junior staff.

    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Supervisor
    May 2026
    Sidoarjo East Java1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Valuable experience in manufacturing operations with strong opportunities for learning.
    The good thingsSupportive working environment with valuable experience in manufacturing operations, process monitoring, and teamwork. The company provides opportunities to learn industrial processes, improve problem-solving skills, and gain hands-on experience in large-scale production environments.
    The challengesWorkload and shift schedules can sometimes be demanding, especially during high production periods. Communication and coordination between departments may also require continuous improvement to support operational efficiency.
    4.0
    Koordinator HSE
    Sep 2025
    Mojokerto East Java12 to 13 years in the role, former employee
    Perusahaan besar yg banyak memberikan pengalaman
    The good thingsBanyak pengalaman yang didapat
    The challengesJenjang karir dan kenaikan gaji harus diperhatikan
    4.0
    Mechanical Engineer
    Jun 2024
    Mojokerto East Java3 to 4 years in the role, former employee
    semangat
    The good thingsbanyak teman , dan nambah pengalaman
    The challengesjauh orang tua dan harus dihup mandiri
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