Operational Technologies Leader

Overview

*Internally slated candidates are being considered for this position. However, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply*

We are PepsiCo Supply Chain. We are game changers, innovators, collaborators, history makers focused on sustainability and creating global brands. We are ground breakers of the Supply Chain & Logistics space. We are a diverse group, spread across 200 countries and territories, and united by a shared set of values and goals. You know our name through our amazing portfolio, including Pepsi, Frito Lay, Quaker, and Gatorade.

We perform with a purpose. We dream globally and act locally, constantly innovating to sustain our planet, our people, our communities, and our business practices. Together, we raise the bar in lean manufacturing practices. We put forth new standards and stretch to reach beyond the goals we set. We are a think tank, bringing our perspectives into action and are determined to find ways to drive efficiencies, improve processes and achieve the highest level of safety. . . all while meeting the demands of our Customers and Consumers to deliver the best products. At PepsiCo, we are committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, and to strengthening the company. Are you hungry to be a part of the world's largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the Possibilities of PepsiCo.

Manager is the single point owner for safe, reliable and cost-effective operations of all plant and plant warehouse facilities. Owns End to End responsibility of all Plant Technical agenda from Manufacturing Line performance, through disciplined reliability systems, Utilities, (Incl Water systems) Controls & Total Tech Capability Building. In addition to the above Responsibilities include Repair & Maintenance cost efficiency, continuous improvement on processes, service, Quality & safety for an entire location

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead in-plant technical strategy and execution
• Provide technical leadership on topics including reliability, maintenance, facilities and process improvement
• Identify opportunities for technical improvements within plant
• Manage technical projects from initiation to completion, ensuring strong delivery
• Own overall budgeting for R/M
• Safety & Compliance -Ensures all maintenance activities adhere to and meet, lock out tag out and regulatory standards
• Facilitates team and line ownership associated with team
• Own complete equipment lifecycle
• Oversee preventative and predictive maintenance, down day and overhaul execution, rebuilds, and DVs, leverages tools and technologies, vibration analysis, oil analysis to mitigate failures
• Root cause analysis - Lead and coach teams in problem solving to prevent repeat failures
• Coordinate with Maintenance Technicians under production manager and line pair leads
• Partners with external OEM's for equipment life cycle compliance and reliability
• Implement reliability strategies to ensure optimal performance and longevity of equipment
• Ensure that production equipment is operated correctly and consistently, providing coaching to team members as needed
• Coordinate with maintenance team members to execute reliability activities
• Gather learnings and feedback from Maintenance Captains to optimize asset management for lines
• Deploy strategies in reliability that build maintenance and technician capabilities
• Utilize 5S & visual factory concepts to improve asset utilization and plant performance
• Develop maintenance team to handle day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals
• Deliver effective change leadership while driving business changes and minimizing people impact
• Communicate and collaborate cross-functionally to assist team to solve operational issues
• Builds people capability through effective employee relations, hiring, training, and communication for front-line hourly personnel
• Motivate team members to achieve plan goals
• Administer policies and procedures
• This role requires regular presence on the plant floor, lifting up to 40 lbs occasionally, may operate forklift and manufacturing equipment occasionally and occasional work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $110,700 - $185,250.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 12% of annual salary paid out annually.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
• Original Posting Date : (02/11/26)
  While subject to change based on business needs, PepsiCo reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 5 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 5 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred, in engineering, business, operations management, or similar field
• Lean Six Sigma Experience preferred, demonstrated by successful completion of a major improvement project
• 5+ years of operations maintenance experience preferred; 2+ years of supervisory experience preferred
• Mechanical experience maintaining equipment
• Understanding of PLC programming preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
• Ability to lead a team-based approach to decision-making
• Shown ability to excel in a results-oriented, challenging environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to get results through mentoring others
• Effective mentoring, facilitation, presentation, and team building skills
• This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Safe driving record strongly preferred

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