Packaging Machine Operator

PepsiCo; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack and beverage company in the UK is seeking a PMO Process/Packing Machine Operator to ensure efficient production processes. In this role, you will operate machinery, follow safety standards, and proactively address any equipment issues. Ideal candidates should have strong problem-solving skills and experience in operational production. This position involves working 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

Competitive salary with quarterly performance bonuses

Generous pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Day off on your birthday

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and checking equipment for defects.
• Ability to follow safety standards closely.
• Ownership of tasks and proactive problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Operate the equipment in your area to keep the line running.
• Follow operational processes and maintain equipment.
• Identify and log issues or defects on equipment.

Skills

Practical, hands-on operational production experience

Problem solving

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Role is subject to consultation

Salary: ,17 per annum, including shift allowance (subject to consultation, this rate may increase by 3% from October 2025)

Working Hours: 42 hours per week (e.g. 4 on, 4 off) working 12 hour shifts on continental shift pattern (rotating between days & nights) which includes working weekends, bank holidays and nightshifts.

Address: Walkers Snack Foods, 11 Bursom Road Leicester LE4 1BS

What you\'ll be doing

As a PMO Process/Packing Machine Operator (PMO) at PepsiCo, you keep the line running and performance strong. You operate the equipment in your area, follow operational processes, and work closely with your shift team. Any issues or defects you find should be rectified or escalated to the corresponding team member to support.

PepsiCo Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary with quarterly performance bonuses
• Generous pension scheme
• Long service rewards
• Critical illness cover
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme (up to 40% savings through Octopus Energy)

Health and Wellbeing Benefits

• Discounted gym membership
• SWORD: free online digital physiotherapy service
• Virtual GP available 24/7 for you and your family

Family Leave

• 26 weeks full-pay extended parental (maternity) leave
• 10 weeks short-term parental leave (formerly paternity leave)

Additional Perks

• Option to buy or sell holiday leave
• Day off on your birthday
• Staff shop with great discounts on PepsiCo products

What we expect from you as a PMO, and is not limited to

• Adhere to standards to achieve line performance: safety, operating and maintaining equipment and line quality checks
• Proactively work to improve safety, for example raising and helping to resolve near misses
• Owns the execution of basic maintenance tasks, such as cleaning, inspection and lubrication, as part of an autonomous maintenance system
• Can identify and log Issues/defects on their equipment using the appropriate systems
• Own change over on their equipment autonomously
• Adhere to escalation process for any unresolved issues during their shift
• Handover information to next shift
• Share knowledge, coach and support colleagues
• Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset by proactively participating in everyday problem solving

• Practical, hands-on operational production experience
• Experience in cleaning, checking equipment for defects and basic part replacement
• Be great at spotting and solving problems with production or equipment.
• Take ownership of your work and aren\'t afraid to dive into tough challenges
• Follow processes and safety standards closely, with a strong focus on keeping things safe and running right
• Ability to contribute to a positive team culture to achieve shared goals
• Be genuinely curious about finding better ways to keep equipment running smoothly.
• Communicate clearly-whether you\'re writing things down or talking things through.
• Enjoy sharing what you know and helping others grow, while continuing to learn yourself.

About PepsiCo

PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. At PepsiCo UK, we\'re proud to make some of the nation\'s favourite snacks and drinks-like Walkers, Quaker, Doritos, Pipers, and Monster Munch. With sites across the UK, including our Quaker mill in Cupar and Doritos factory in Coventry, we\'re also home to one of the world\'s largest crisp factories in Leicester.

A Space to be You

We celebrate individuality and are committed to building an inclusive workplace. We\'re an equal opportunity employer, committed to the Equality Act 2010. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will provide any necessary adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.

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