Manufacturing Process Operations Leader

Overview

Pepsi Co is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers to champion innovation, take calculated risks, and challenge the status quo. From executives to team members on the front lines,we’reexcited about the future. We take chances. Together, we dare to make the world a better place.

Our associates arethe magic ingredient. Each of them plays an integral role in helping create deep connections between people and our products. Think about your last group celebration:
Chances are, one of our iconic brands was by your side. At Pepsi Co,you’reinvited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day.

This role offers a unique opportunity to step into a frontline leadership position within our manufacturing operations. As a Manufacturing Process Operations Leader
, you will play a critical role in driving performance, supporting day-to-day operations, and developing high-performing teams.

You will lead a diverse group of 15–30 frontline associates across manufacturing, warehouse, or logistics functions, directly impacting safety, service, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives. In this role, you’ll work closely with your team on the floor, identifying opportunities to improve processes, solve operational challenges, and deliver strong results.

Beyond operations, this position is highly focused on people leadership and development—coaching team members, building engagement, and creating an environment where individuals can grow and succeed. If you enjoy being hands-on, working in a fast-paced environment, and making a tangible impact on both people and performance, this role is a great opportunity to build your leadership career within manufacturing.

Rotating shifts (including nights and weekends) in a 24/7 operation.

• 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 Pepsi Co 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 Pepsi Co 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…