Reliability Execution Lead (Maintenance Lead)

OverviewAt PepsiCo, our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands—including Gatorade, Lay’s, and Quaker—we reach millions of consumers every day.The Reliability Execution Lead ensures the consistent, reliable, and efficient operation of all manufacturing lines. This role oversees preventive and predictive maintenance programs, drives equipment uptime, and supports the planning and execution of maintenance days, overhauls, and rebuilds. In addition, the role contributes to cost efficiency, continuous improvement, service, and safety across the entire site.The Reliability Execution Lead manages a team of facility‑based team members and plays a critical role in building technical capability, strengthening equipment reliability, and supporting operational performance.ResponsibilitiesThis is a 2nd shift position, 2 PM – Midnight working Monday – Friday.Safety & Compliance:Ensure all maintenance activities comply with lockout/tagout procedures, regulatory requirements, and site safety standardsElevate and address safety risks promptly and consistentlyMaintenance & Reliability Leadership:Own the full equipment lifecycle, including preventive and predictive maintenance, down‑day planning, overhauls, and rebuild executionUse diagnostic tools (vibration analysis, oil analysis, etc.) to identify issues and prevent failuresLead and coach teams in root‑cause analysis to eliminate repeat failuresImplement reliability strategies that improve equipment performance and extend asset lifeEnsure production equipment is operated correctly and consistently; provide coaching to manufacturing team members as neededTeam & Line Partnership:Support the Plant Line Pair structure and promote team and line ownershipCoordinate with Maintenance Technicians and line leads to drive operational improvementsGather feedback from Maintenance Team Leaders to optimize asset management and reliability plansBuild maintenance and technician capability through training, coaching, and developmentExecution & Continuous Improvement:Coordinate reliability activities with maintenance teams to ensure timely executionUtilize 5S and visual factory concepts to improve asset utilization and plant performanceDevelop the maintenance team to address daily operational issues and achieve short‑ and long‑term goalsLead change effectively while minimizing impact to people and operationsCollaborate cross‑functionally to resolve operational issues and support plant performanceMotivate team members to achieve plan goalsWork Environment Expectations:Regular presence on the plant floorAbility to lift up to 40 lbs occasionallyMay operate forklifts or manufacturing equipment as neededOccasional work in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)Compensation and Benefits:The expected compensation range for this position is between $66,900 - $111,950.Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 8% of annual salary paid out annually.Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.QualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred (engineering or maintenance discipline)Lean Six Sigma experience preferred, demonstrated through completion of a major improvement project3+ years of operations or maintenance experience; 2+ years of supervisory experience preferredMechanical equipment maintenance experience requiredUnderstanding of PLC programming preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsDemonstrated success in a results‑oriented, fast‑paced environmentMust have indefinite right to work in the United StatesLeadership & People Skills:Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive changeExcellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to give and receive constructive feedbackEffective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team‑building skillsAbility to lead a team‑based approach to decision‑makingEEO StatementOur 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.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, 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 / AgeIf 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. 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