PepsiCo

Manufacturing Operations Leader

PepsiCo • $73K — $122K *
Irving, TX 75061In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
5 days ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required, preferably in engineering, business, operations management, or similar field.
  • Lean Six Sigma experience preferred, demonstrated by successful completion of a major improvement project.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in food/beverage.
  • Strong skills in TPM or lean manufacturing, finance and accounting, project management, and effective communications.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a results-oriented, challenging environment.

Responsibilities

  • Optimize operational efficiencies in production, packaging, warehousing, and shipping.
  • Control inventory through effective operational practices.
  • Maintain product quality and sanitation standards across operations.
  • Identify operations improvements to achieve the annual operating plan.
  • Facilitate maintenance tasks to minimize equipment downtime and ensure availability.
  • Motivate and develop team members through coaching and performance management.
  • Champion a safety culture by promoting safe behaviors and compliance with policies.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off, including parental leave, vacation, sick leave, and bereavement.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and various insurance options.
  • Defined Contribution Retirement Plan available for employees.
Full Job Description
Manufacturing Operations Leader - Night Shift is responsible for leading frontline manufacturing operations, driving performance across safety, quality, service, cost, and continuous improvement. This role oversees a team of 15 to 30 associates, fostering a high-performance, people-first culture. Through strong leadership and coaching, this position builds team capability, resolves operational challenges, and ensures consistent delivery of business results.

Responsibilities

  • Optimize operational efficiencies to support the facility's production, packaging, warehousing, and shipping operations.
  • Optimize ingredient and packaging material usage to minimize waste.
  • Ensure operational practices are followed to control inventories.
  • Ensure PepsiCo financial and accounting control procedures are followed to ensure accurate inventory records are maintained.
  • Maintain product quality and sanitation standards.
  • Flex production plans on a shift-by-shift basis, managing through issues to prevent service issues and operational inefficiencies.
  • Identify and coordinate operations improvements necessary to deliver the site annual operating plan (AOP). Ensure cost performance gaps are identified, action plans are developed, and resources are properly allocated.
  • Builds people capability through effective employee relations, hiring, training, and communication for front-line hourly personnel
  • Manage the performance of direct reports through performance reviews, frequent discussions, coaching, and career development action plans.
  • Develop team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals
  • Deliver effective change leadership - driving business changes while minimizing people impact
  • Communicate and collaborate cross-functionally to assist team to solve operational issues
  • Motivate team members to achieve plan goals
  • Facilitate maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime.
  • Build and develop talent by effectively leveraging PepsiCo Career Growth and Leadership Models and the Performance Management Process: objective setting, performance and development (PDR), , people planning, 360 feedback, and competency review.
  • Champion and lead an effective safety culture. Coach for safe behaviors and compliance with safety policies and procedures.
  • Coach teams to demonstrate continuous improvement in profitability margins, efficiencies, and cost savings initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with Company policies, contracts and procedures.
  • Lead the implementation of the AM pillar
  • Directly oversee operational measures including but not limited to efficiency, yield loss, product quality, inventory accuracy, transactional accuracy
  • Directly oversees operational measures including but not limited to CIL/CL compliance, minor stop loss, SRC completion.
  • Administer policies and procedures
  • Regular and predictable attendance at the work site
  • This role requires regular presence on the plant floor
  • This role requires lifting up to 40 lbs. occasionally
  • This role requires occasional work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
  • This role may operate forklift and manufacturing equipment occasionally
  • This role may require off-shift and weekend work
  • This role may require some travel (less than 5%)
  • Ensure 100% completion of New Hire Wave Conversations and conduct annual Wave 1:1 Conversations with direct reports

Compensation and Benefits:
  • The expected compensation range for this position is between $73,400 - $122,850 per year.
  • 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 8% 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.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required. Preferably in engineering, business, operations management, or similar field
  • Lean Six Sigma Experience preferred, demonstrated by successful completion of a major improvement project.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing preferred preferably food/beverage experience
  • Must possess strong skills, knowledge and capability in TPM or lean manufacturing, finance and accounting, project management, human relations, effective communications, and statistics/logical problem solving.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications
  • Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
  • Ability to lead a team-based approach to decision making
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a results-oriented, challenging environment
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to get results through mentoring skills
  • Effective coaching, 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


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About PepsiCo

PepsiCo Careers

Joining PepsiCo's global team offers more than just a chance to excel in your career; it's an opportunity to be part of a dynamic and diverse environment where innovation thrives. Work You’ll Do At PepsiCo, we are committed to producing great leaders and fostering a culture of innovation. Our team is dedicated to empowering professionals to master their career paths with PepsiCo. As a leader in the food and beverage industry, we offer unique job opportunities that intersect with cutting-edge technology and market leadership. Lead with Unique Opportunities PepsiCo stands at the forefront of the industry, not only in terms of product quality but also in our approach to leadership and professional growth. We offer a variety of employment paths, including full-time positions, internships, and leadership training programs that are designed to foster diversity and accelerate career development. Work with a Global Team Collaborate with over 260,000 employees worldwide who are united in delivering joy not only to our consumers but also in driving innovation and growth within the company. PepsiCo’s commitment to global diversity and inclusive culture makes it a prime environment for professional development and networking. Introducing PepsiCo’s Professional Growth and Development Programs We are committed to nurturing talent through comprehensive training programs and robust benefits that support both personal and professional growth. Our programs are tailored to help employees at every level of their career to advance and succeed. Innovate and Lead Join the largest team of food and beverage industry experts—dedicated professionals at the intersection of consumer needs, innovative technology, and sustainable practices. Deliver targeted solutions and drive industry leadership through a depth and breadth of knowledge and innovation that’s second to none. Be Part of a Great Team Engage in meaningful work that impacts millions of lives worldwide. At PepsiCo, you’ll harness the power of our global resources and the creativity of our people to improve the way the world accesses the foods and beverages it loves. Future-Proof Your Career With PepsiCo, the sky is the limit when it comes to where your ambition can take you. We offer unmatched opportunities for career advancement along with the training, internship programs, and certification support needed to thrive in your professional journey. Explore Discover how PepsiCo is leading the way in digital innovation and sustainable practices while maintaining a steadfast focus on diversity and employee well-being. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players ready to take their career to the next level. SEARCH PEPSICO JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at PepsiCo.
Learn more about PepsiCo
Size
309,000 employees
Market Cap
$250.5 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$7.1 billion
Founded
1965
5 Year Trend
+4.8%
Revenue
$70.3 billion
NASDAQ
PEP
* Ladders Estimates

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