Packaging Machine Operator

PepsiCo; Leicester; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational food and beverage company in Leicester seeks a PMO Process/Packing Machine Operator to maintain production efficiency and adhere to safety protocols. This hands-on role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work within a team for optimal production outcomes. Competitive salary includes various employee benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary with quarterly performance bonuses

Generous pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Staff shop with great discounts on products

26 weeks full-pay extended parental leave

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning, checking equipment for defects and basic part replacement.
• Ability to communicate clearly and support team growth.
• Ownership of work and readiness to tackle challenges.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and maintain line performance while adhering to safety standards.
• Log and resolve equipment issues, supporting continuous improvement.
• Coach colleagues and handover information between shifts.

Skills

Practical, hands-on operational production experience

Problem-solving

Safety standards adherence

Team culture contribution

Job description

Overview

Role is subject to consultation

Salary: £36 026,17 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 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

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• 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.

For more information, visit www.pepsico.com, and follow on X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @PepsiCo.

• 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.

For more information, visit www.pepsico.com, and follow on X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @PepsiCo.

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