Manufacturing Operations Specialist

1 week ago


Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom PepsiCo Full time

Company Overview

PepsiCo UK is home to some of the world's most beloved food and drink products, with a fantastic reputation for developing and launching products that consumers love. With over $91 billion in net revenue in 2023, PepsiCo is a global leader in the industry.

The company has a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity at our company and do not discriminate on the basis of age, pregnancy or maternity, marital/civil partnerships, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, disability or race including; colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin.

Salary & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of $40,000 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance), as well as a range of benefits including a quarterly bonus incentive, critical Illness cover, discounted gym membership, market-leading health and wellbeing support, and a generous company pension.

In addition, we offer 23 days holiday (with the option to buy/sell holiday) and a cycle to work scheme. Our employees also enjoy access to a subsidised canteen and long service rewards.

Job Description

We are seeking a Manufacturing Operations Specialist to join our team at our Leicester manufacturing site, the world's largest crisp factory. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for managing line performance and ensuring that all production targets are met.

You will work closely with our General Operatives and other members of the operations team to identify areas for improvement and implement changes to increase efficiency and productivity.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing environment and/or an autonomous role with some people coaching responsibilities. You should be a motivated self-starter with a desire for success and a results-driven approach. Excellent communication and influencing skills are also essential.

Required Skills & Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:

  • Experience in a manufacturing environment and/or an autonomous role with some people coaching responsibilities
  • A motivated self-starter with a desire for success and a results-driven approach
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills
  • Able to deliver in a fast-paced environment and working to stretch targets
  • Capable of taking others with them and leading by example
  • Results-focused, understands targets and able to drive continuous improvement
  • Motivates others and displays integrity and trust

Benefits

We pride ourselves on being a great place to work and offer a range of benefits to support our employees' physical and mental wellbeing. These include:

  • A competitive salary and quarterly bonus incentive
  • Critical Illness cover and discounted gym membership
  • Market-leading health and wellbeing support and a generous company pension
  • 23 days holiday (with the option to buy/sell holiday) and a cycle to work scheme
  • Subsidised canteen and long service rewards


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