Production Manager

Auto req ID: 281291BR Job Description SUMMARY OF POSITION: This position drives activities to deliver Operations business unit results, while simultaneously improving Operations performance across multiple manufacturing lines and products, specifically this role is responsible for managing all night shift Production lines as a dotted line manager to all 2nd/3rd shift salaried Production/Maintenance Supervisors delivering True Efficiency (TE), Total Productive Manufacturing (TPM) and Organization/People Capability. Other key deliverables include ensuring EHS, Quality and Financial Controls program execution and compliance, maintaining positive employee relations, and a positive work environment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Assist the Operations strategy and tactics development / execution to deliver the site’s annual operating plan (AOP). Ensure root cause analysis and countermeasures are identified, necessary resource assistance is secured and clear follow up accountability is assigned for closing performance gaps. 2. Deliver all Productivity, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety, and Motivation Key Performance Indicator (KPI) metrics for the site. 3. Ensure effective integration of Continuous Improvement leveraging TPM Pillars and technican support (internal and external) to promote best practice reapplication (gives & gets) to accelerate People/Process/Technology capability development. 4. Provide a work environment consistent with PepsiCo Values, leveraging diversity and inclusion to gain competitive advantage in people capability and work force effectiveness. 5. Lead and motivate the Operations teams in a manner consistent with the Indianapolis site Vision/Mission/Values, Zero Loss Journey (ZLJ) and Employee Handbook. 6. Build and develop Operations salaried talent through effective application of the PepsiCo Career Growth and Leadership Models. Provide effective and timely performance appraisal (PDR Process), feedback (360 Feedback) and development planning (GREAT5 Development). 7. Ensure development of Operations hourly talent and Natural Work Team effectiveness through effective coaching and mentoring of Kaizen Events, Autonomous Maintenance, Planned Maintenance, Organizational Capability, and Focused Improvement. 8. Understand the Strategic Management process to continuously access current and future state performance gaps and opportunities. 9. Develop and manage TE/RE and run strategies leveraging the Team Executional Planner (TEP). 10. Communicate effectively, proactively and in cooperation with plant functional groups and corporate Supply Chain functions. 11. Lead Operations execution of Cost Management Process and business team initiatives; Lead development and execution of department Natural Work Team plan and goals. 12. Covid-19 vaccination may be a condition of employment dependent on role and location. For specific information, please discuss role requirements with the recruiter Senior Resource - Nightshift Business Unit Leader – Job Description DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment Leadership capability with a demonstrated drive for results Respond to inquiries from employees and managers who seek data that often requires research. Perform special job tasks/projects in support of Plant/Operations Manager, which requires a good working knowledge of Manufacturing procedures and guides. Assist in various facility functions such as EAW, service award activities, tours, etc. Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation. Qualifications/Requirements Education required/ preferred: This position requires a Bachelor’s degree, preferrably in an Engineering discipline Required/Preferred Experience: * 5+ year’s site manufacturing experience – Beverage/Foods manufacturing or Consumer Products Sector (Household & Personal Products Industry) experience is strongly preferred. * The successful candidate must possess strong skills, knowledge and capability in: TPM or Lean Manufacturing equivalent, Finance and Accounting, Project Management, Human Relations, Savvy Communications, and Statistics/Logical Problem Solving. * Proven track record in driving cultural change Solid working knowledge in the following business enterprise areas is essential: EHS / Quality regulatory compliance, Plant Operations, Maintenance and Engineering, Ingredient and Package material Procurement, Production Planning & Deployment, Sales and Marketing, Research and Development, and Consumer Response. Preferred Skills/Qualifications: Skills/Competencies * Demonstrated proficiency and high degree of competence with a PC in a Windows environment, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Access and SAP. * Excellent written, grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills with the expertise to generate professional correspondence, reports and presentations. * Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language and perform basic mathematical skills. * Demonstrated ability to effectively establish priorities and manage diverse tasks simultaneously for both hourly and salaried employees Sense of urgency to plan, organize, and adapt to rapidly changing priorities. Excellent communication skills, using professional, courteous manner and good judgment in dealing with internal and external customers. * Proven ability to work professionally with sensitive and confidential materials and information. * A quick learner and confident, proactive team player. Self-motivated proactive approach to work. * Excellent interpersonal skills and serious sense of responsibility for dealing with sensitive and confidential matters. * Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously often under pressure; and be flexible to changes in priority. * Must be able to work independently. * Displays a good working knowledge of EHS and procedures for all facility personnel. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/SCOPE: Interacts daily with all levels of management and plant personnel.WORKING CONDITIONS: Manage a continuous operation; Ability to work flexible schedules; evenings and weekends as needed Clean, well-lit and ergonomically correct – manufacturing environment. EQUIPMENT/MACHINES: Personal computer General office machines DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Relocation Eligible: Not Eligible for Relocation Job Type: Regular All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy Please view our Pay Transparency Statement