Production Frontline Manager – Weekend Shift

Overview
Work for a global FMCG company with some of the world's most trusted and iconic brands. Be part of an exciting business where employees are recognised and career growth is supported.
At PepsiCo, you can Dare for Better. You can help build a world where there are more possibilities for more people, no matter what role you hold. Together, we'll make a positive impact for good. Because when we Dare for Better, we can smile at what's next. For our careers, families, communities and the planet.
To continue our success, we currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Supply Chain team on
Weekend
Day Shift
as a
Production Frontline Manager.
Reporting to the Production Manager, this role is responsible for coaching and managing your team across our production lines, and leading the development and implementation of site performance and continuous improvement plans/projects/objectives aligned with business operational KPIs.

You will lead a team of approximately 20 employees; across both our Processing and Packaging sections within Production.

Details:

• Weekend Day Shift: Friday to Monday
• Shift Timings: Fri: 6am - Noon / Sat & Sun : 6am - 6pm / Mon: 6am - 2.30pm

For you:

• Competitive benefits package:

• Discounts on Scoopon, Luxury Escapes, Asahi Beverages portfolio

• Generous leave options (wellness, birthday, volunteer, 16 weeks parental for both primary & secondary carer, additional leave purchase/cash out)

• Lease Plan

• Health & Wellness programs:

• Discounted private health insurance

• Financial coaching
• Counselling sessions
• Flu vaccinations

• Skin checks

• Professional development programs

• Global career opportunities

Responsibilities

• Manage your team to drive efficient line output, True and Net efficiency, cost/productivity targets, and service levels
• Work in conjunction with Quality and Warehouse Supervisors to ensure product quality, HACCP, and compliance with quality systems; ensuring all materials and equipment is available to meet production requirements
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operations
• Train and develop employees across your team

Qualifications

• 2+ years previous experience in a supervisory/managerial role, preferably within an operational/food manufacturing environment
• Ability to plan, coordinate, manage and develop a team of employees to achieve agreed goals and objectives, and develop technical capability across the team
• Very strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster trust, cooperation, and support across the production environment
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and other production management tools
• Core understanding of Food Safety and HACCP

About us:
Join us and work with iconic brands like Doritos, Gatorade, Pepsi Max, Smith's Chips, Red Rock Deli, Twisties, Quaker Oats, and Bluebird NZ.

• Recognised as a Top Employer in Australia and New Zealand for the past 4 years
• Family Friendly Certification (AU)
• Australian Disability Network Member

PepsiCo is dedicated to sustainability with initiatives like EV chargers, net-zero energy efficiency, hydro trucks, and net-zero water usage. We foster innovation and empower employees to make a meaningful impact through Pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). Join us to shape the future of food and beverages with a focus on sustainability.

All applications must have full time legal work rights in Australia.
PepsiCo's hiring process:

• Submit your application
• Interview(s) and skills evaluation
• Online Assessment process
• Background checks

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