Manufacturing Process Operations Sr. Coordinator - Swing Flex shift

Overview

The Team Leader (Captain) is an elevated front‑line role responsible for coordinating day‑to‑day execution on a manufacturing line. Acting as the “quarterback” of the shift, this role aligns people, materials, and resources to deliver safe, high‑quality, and efficient performance.

While remaining a hands‑on operator, the Team Leader provides direction, coaching, and motivation to a team of 7–8 employees to achieve daily production goals. As a key member of the line leadership triad, the Team Leader ensures priorities are clear, issues are addressed quickly, and performance targets are met. This is an empowered role with a strong voice in daily decision‑making and continuous improvement—an excellent entry point into leadership at PepsiCo.

Responsibilities

Shift Leadership & Execution

• Serve as the primary point of coordination for the manufacturing line during the shift
• Set pace and priorities to position the team for success
• Monitor total line performance and adjust execution to meet safety, quality, and productivity targets
• Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance

Daily Direction Setting (DDS)

• Lead the line‑level DDS meeting
• Elevate the top issues from the shift, clearly outlining risks, actions, and support needed
• Ensure team member input is represented in daily discussions

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Navigate operational challenges and escalate when appropriate
• Support structured problem‑solving and continuous improvement activities
• Keep accurate daily records of downtime and machine operations

Team Engagement & Culture

• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and teamwork
• Encourage team participation through structured engagement systems
• Serve as a role model for safe, quality‑focused, and disciplined execution
• Elevate issues that impact safety, quality, or output in a timely manner
• Support on‑the‑job training for new team members and create a positive learning environment

Line Operations & Equipment

• Operate all manufacturing equipment—including new technologies—safely and efficiently
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks
• Maintain a clean and organized work area using good housekeeping practices

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $54,700 - $82,050.
• 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.
• 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

Required Experience & Skills

• High School diploma required
• Proven analytical and problem‑solving capability
• 3+ years experience working in a manufacturing or production environment
• 3+ years experience operations, process improvement, or operational excellence
• 1 + years leadership experience 
• 1+ years coaching experience 
• Strong understanding of safety, quality, and operational standards
• Ability to lead peers and influence performance without formal authority
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Willingness to take accountability for shift performance
• Experience in a lead operator, team lead, or similar front‑line leadership role
• Familiarity with daily management systems (DDS, tier meetings, etc.)
• Knowledge of continuous improvement or IWS/Lean concepts

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in unionized environment
• Bachelor’s degree (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related field) prefered
• Strong understanding of production processes and performance metrics
• SAP experience
• Ability to influence across shifts and functions
• Experience in food, beverage, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing
• Bottling, canning, or BIB line experience
• Lean, Six Sigma, IWS, or continuous improvement background
• Technical or engineering education or experience
• Must have indefinite right to work in the United States

Leadership & People Skills

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