This position contributes to the success of PepsiCo Beverages Canada by directing the production team to meet customer needs and achieve standards related to cost, line efficiencies, waste, safety and productivity. This individual must set production performance standards and align the organization to achieve standards.

• Applies knowledge of processes, equipment and system capability to set challenging individual and facility standards.
• Develops Annual Operating Plan for Production
• Achieve performance standards with regards to safety, line utilization and quality
• Tracks key performance indicators/costs, anticipating and correcting trends which would compromise achievement of financial targets
• Oversees and assures facility equipment reliability to minimize downtime
• Builds people capability through effective employee relations, hiring, training, and communication for front-line hourly personnel
• Ensures compliance with all Health & Safety regulations
• Shows demonstrated computer proficiency: Microsoft Suite
• Demonstrated ability to function successfully in a fast paced, changing work environment

• A minimum of 2 years of Operations or Logistics experience
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends
• Demonstrated planning and organization skills
• Demonstrated front-line supervisory skills
• Experience in consumer packaged goods or a related industry a plus

Skills & Capabilities:

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends