PepsiCo

Production Manager

PepsiCo • $97K — $184K *
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in engineering, business, operations management, or similar field.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in manufacturing, preferably in food/beverage.
  • Experience in developing and coaching hourly and supervisory staff.
  • Lean Six Sigma experience with a successful major improvement project.
  • Strong skills in TPM or lean manufacturing, finance, project management, and problem-solving.
  • Solid knowledge of HSE/quality compliance, operations, and effective communication.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure team compliance with safety policies and procedures.
  • Maintain product quality and sanitation standards.
  • Optimize operational efficiencies for production, warehouse, and shipping.
  • Identify and coordinate operational improvements to meet annual operating plans.
  • Track operational output measures and correct trends affecting financial targets.
  • Develop team capabilities to solve operational issues and achieve performance goals.
  • Deliver effective change leadership while minimizing impact on staff.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits tailored to individual needs.
  • Dynamic and inclusive culture encouraging authenticity at work.
  • Commitment to sustainability and positive change for people and the planet.
  • Supportive team focused on professional growth and development.
Full Job Description
Production Manager - Delta, BC

As the Production Manager, you'll spearhead all operations within our manufacturing/production department, overseeing every aspect of our facility's output. Your primary focus will be on cultivating a dynamic team culture, nurturing talent, and driving top-notch performance standards. With a keen eye on cost efficiency and process optimization, you'll champion continuous improvement initiatives across all shifts, ensuring unparalleled service and safety standards throughout our entire business unit. At the helm of a substantial workforce comprising 80+ hourly associates and 5+ salaried professionals, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our organization's success.

What you can expect from us:
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs.
  • A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to work.
  • Inspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goals.
  • A supportive team that will encourage and help develop your professional growth.

Total compensation: $97,200 - $184,400

Responsibilities

  • Ensure team compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
  • Maintain product quality and sanitation standards.
  • Optimize operational efficiencies to support the production, warehouse, and shipping of products.
  • Identify and coordinate operational 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.
  • Track operational output measures (i.e. efficiency, yield loss, product quality, inventory accuracy, transactional accuracy), anticipating and correcting trends which would compromise achievement of financial targets
  • Develop team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals
  • Deliver effective change leadership to drive 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
  • Builds people capability through effective employee relations, hiring, training, and communication for front-line hourly and salaried personnel
  • Flex production plans on a shift by shift basis to prevent service issues and operational inefficiencies.
  • Optimize ingredient and packaging material usage to minimize scrap loss.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, contracts and procedures.
  • Coach teams to demonstrate continuous improvement in profitability margins, efficiencies and cost savings initiatives.
  • This role requires regular presence on the plant floor
  • This role requires someone that is able to manage multiples priorities in a fast-paced environment.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required. Preferably in engineering, business, operations management, or similar field
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in manufacturing preferred. Preferably food/beverage experience
  • Experience developing/coaching hourly and supervisory staff required.
  • Lean Six Sigma Experience preferred, demonstrated by successful completion of a major improvement project.
  • Must possess strong skills, knowledge and capability in TPM or lean manufacturing, finance and accounting, project management, leadership, and statistics/logical problem solving.
  • Solid working knowledge of the following business enterprises: HSE/quality regulatory compliance, processing/packaging/warehouse operations, maintenance and engineering, ingredient and package material procurement, production planning & deployment, sales and marketing, research and development, and excellent communication, facilitation and influence skills.
  • 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 other
  • Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team building skills.
  • Experience managing large teams in a 24/7 environment.

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
Net Income
$7.1 billion
Founded
1965
5 Year Trend
+4.8%
Revenue
$70.3 billion
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