Line Pair Lead - 1st Shift

PepsiCo • Jacksonville, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Line Pair Lead is a manufacturing leadership role with end-to-end ownership of can line production across a 24-hour operation. The role sets direction for all shifts and ensures consistent execution of safety, quality, productivity, and cost objectives. It leads and coordinates across functions to deliver sustainable results while developing team members and achieving line performance targets.

The position is onsite and follows a first-shift schedule of Wednesday through Saturday, 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM, consisting of four 12-hour shifts. The role is accountable for line performance across all shifts, including staffing and capability development, operational standards, safety and quality outcomes, and continuous improvement.

The expected compensation range is $73,400–$122,850. Actual starting salary depends on location and job-related skills, experience, and education. An annual performance bonus has an eligibility target payout of 8% of annual salary. PepsiCo also offers paid time off, subject to eligibility, and a comprehensive benefits package, subject to elections and eligibility.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of manufacturing experience; Food & Beverage or Consumer Products industry experience is preferred.
• Experience managing projects, meeting deadlines, and achieving operational targets.
• Demonstrated ability to identify problems, implement solutions, and improve processes.
• Experience leading or mentoring teams to achieve performance goals.
• Ability to make decisions and deliver measurable results in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have indefinite authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma experience preferred, with at least one successfully completed improvement project.

Responsibilities

• Own overall performance for can line manufacturing lines across a 24-hour operating window.
• Maintain accountability for Safety, Quality, Productivity, TE, Cost, and Service KPIs.
• Set the daily agenda and operating priorities for the lines across all shifts.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members across all shifts in safety leadership, quality standards and ownership, line technical skills, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure appropriate staffing, skill coverage, and succession planning for all shifts.
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and engagement.
• Lead Line Triad meetings, shift handoffs, and daily performance reviews.
• Ensure clear communication, alignment, and execution across all shifts.
• Drive consistent standards and expectations across the 24-hour operation.
• Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and other functional teams to develop and execute line performance improvement strategies.
• Lead continuous improvement and productivity efforts.
• Champion a people-first safety culture, ensuring compliance and proactive risk reduction.
• Ensure product quality standards are met or exceeded on every shift.
• Coach teams to own safety and quality outcomes.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus with an eligibility target payout of 8% of annual salary, paid annually.
• Paid time off, subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement leave.
• Medical, dental, vision, and disability benefits.
• Health and dependent care reimbursement accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Accident, group legal, and life insurance.
• Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed