Off Shift Operations Leader

PepsiCo • Indianapolis, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Continuous Operations/ Off shift Operations Leader ensures strong operational execution across off-shifts and weekends. This role serves as the primary escalation point for manufacturing teams, closes gaps between shifts, and drives consistent performance across the 24-hour operation. The leader supports the plant’s transition to the new PBUS in-plant model by defining off-shift processes, strengthening communication routines, and developing Team Leaders to deliver safe, reliable, high-quality production.

Requirements

• High School diploma required
• 1+ years of experience in leadership required
• 2+ years experience in manufacturing, operations, or maintenance required.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, 24-hour manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related field)
• 2+ years of experience understanding production processes and performance metrics desired
• SAP or production tracking system desired.
• Experience in beverage, food, or CPG manufacturing preferred
• Lean, Six Sigma desired

Responsibilities

• Act as the first escalation point for off-shift and weekend manufacturing teams
• Ensure issues are escalated, documented, and handed off cleanly to dayshift
• Maintain consistent standards and expectations across all shifts
• Support execution of the 24-hour plan and Daily Direction Setting (DDS) routines
• Drive alignment on safety, quality, and production priorities across off-shifts
• Ensure operational gaps from dayshift are closed and sustained
• Coach Team Leaders to strengthen shift ownership, problem solving, and accountability
• Provide performance feedback to department managers and line triads
• Build engagement and capability across off-shift teams
• Champion a strong safety culture with proactive risk reduction
• Ensure quality standards are met or exceeded on every shift
• Support root-cause problem solving and continuous improvement activities
• Reinforce consistent use of RTT tools and standard work
• Define long-term off-shift processes and escalation paths
• Support the plant’s transition to the new in-plant operating model
• Activate timelines, milestones, and capability requirements for long-term ownership

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• vacation
• sick
• bereavement
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Disability
• Health
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life)
• Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED