CNC Cell Leader

PepsiCo, Inc.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global beverage company in the City of Westminster seeks a professional to enhance team performance and ensure safety on shift. You will coach team members, manage critical incidents, and drive continuous improvement through Lean practices. Exceptional problem-solving and teamwork skills are essential. Candidates with manufacturing background will thrive in this role, which supports various responsibilities and helps maintain a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong team worker and contributor.
• Coaching skills and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Able to deal with sensitive information appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance improvement across the area of responsibility.
• Act as the first escalation point for team members.
• Conduct development conversations with team members.
• Coaching teams in problem-solving.
• Carry out safety responsibilities during shifts.

Skills

Teamwork

Understanding of Lean processes

Coaching skills

Problem-solving

Computer skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Engaging team to drive performance improvement across all elements of area of responsibility.
• Acting as first escalation point for FLE team members on the line.
• Conducting development/performance conversations with team members.
• Coaching teams in problem-solving and changing behaviours.
• Escalating service, performance, or behavioural concerns on shift to the appropriate forum and delivering feedback to the relevant zone.
• Carrying out investigations on shift regarding performance, people, quality, safety, and environmental matters when an incident occurs or as required to support the broader team.
• Being responsible for the safety of all employees, visitors, and contractors on shift.
• Responding effectively to critical issues, e.g., breakdowns, unplanned stops, emergency evacuations.
• Facilitating line balancing and material flow, material planning, and risk management for assigned area.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong team worker and contributor.
• Understanding of Lean processes, in particular SIC/QCDM and RCA.
• Computer skills.
• Coaching skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with ability to make informed decisions.
• Able to deal with sensitive information appropriately.

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will provide any necessary adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.