Facilities & Infrastructure Leader

PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH; Reedley (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

PepsiCo is seeking a Facilities & Infrastructure Lead to own plant facilities, utilities, and infrastructure, ensuring safe, reliable operation and peak performance. You will lead capital projects and partner with Tech Services, Engineering, EH&S, and Operations to drive improvements and sustainability.

The role requires strong leadership, project management, and a track record in managing complex facilities in manufacturing settings, with a focus on safety, compliance, and continuous

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Facilities Management, or related field preferred.
• Experience leading facilities, utilities, or infrastructure in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of plant utilities, building systems, and infrastructure assets.
• Experience managing capital projects and contractors.
• Knowledge of environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements related to facilities and utilities.
• Experience with sustainability, energy management, or water stewardship programs.
• Strong organizational and data management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated success in a results oriented, challenging environment.
• Must have indefinite right to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Own all plant facilities, utilities, and infrastructure systems (boilers, HVAC, electrical distribution, water and waste handling).
• Ensure systems operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with standards.
• Lead site-level facilities and infrastructure capital projects.
• Coordinate project scope, timing, and execution with Unit Capital Leaders and Engineering.
• Oversee contractors, budgets, schedules, and quality from concept to completion.
• Ensure smooth commissioning and handoff to Operations and Maintenance.
• Develop and implement waste management strategies; drive energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives.
• Track performance and report utilities and waste metrics.
• Lead risk assessments, inspections, and corrective actions for facilities and utilities.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Team coordination

Strong communication

Safety management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or facilities management

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

The Facilities & Infrastructure Lead is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all plant facilities, utilities, and infrastructure systems. This role owns all support equipment and systems outside of production lines, ensuring the plant has the foundational utilities and infrastructure required to operate at peak performance.

This leader oversees utilities (boilers, compressed air, water, electrical distribution), buildings and grounds, waste and water systems, and all related capital projects. The role partners closely with Tech Services, Engineering, Capital, EH&S, and Operations teams to deliver projects, manage assets, and drive sustainability, cost, and reliability improvements.

The Facilities & Infrastructure Lead provides end‑to‑end ownership of the systems that enable manufacturing success—shaping infrastructure strategy, modernizing plant facilities, and leading meaningful capital projects that strengthen long term reliability and environmental performance.

Responsibilities

Monday-Friday

1st shift

Facilities, Utilities & Infrastructure Ownership

• Own all plant facilities, utilities, and infrastructure systems, including:
  • Boilers, steam systems, compressed air, HVAC, refrigeration
  • Electrical distribution and energy systems
  • Water, wastewater, and waste handling systems
  • Buildings, grounds, roofing, asphalt, and structural assets
• Ensure all systems operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with regulatory and company standards

Capital Project Leadership

• Lead execution of all site level facilities and infrastructure capital projects
• Coordinate project scope, timing, and execution with Unit Capital Leaders and Engineering
• Oversee contractors, budgets, schedules, and quality of work from concept through completion
• Ensure smooth commissioning and handoff to Operations and Maintenance

Sustainability, Waste & Resource Management

• Develop and implement waste management strategies to minimize waste generation
• Identify and eliminate losses related to air, water, steam, electricity, and utilities usage
• Drive energy efficiency, water stewardship, and sustainability initiatives
• Track performance and ensure accurate reporting of utilities and waste metrics

Safety, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure all facilities and infrastructure systems meet safety regulations, environmental requirements, and best practices
• Lead risk assessments, inspections, and corrective actions for facilities and utility systems
• Support audits and regulatory inspections related to facilities, utilities, and environmental compliance

Reliability & Asset Care

• Partner with Maintenance and Engineering to develop reliability strategies for support and utility equipment
• Ensure preventive maintenance standards and asset care programs are in place and executed
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for infrastructure related downtime or failures

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Manage external vendors, contractors, and service providers supporting facilities and utilities
• Ensure contractor safety, performance, and compliance with site standards
• Develop and manage service contracts and long-term infrastructure plans

Compensation and Benefits

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $73,400 - $122,850.
• 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.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Facilities Management, or related field (or equivalent experience) preferred
• Experience leading facilities, utilities, or infrastructure in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong understanding of plant utilities, building systems, and infrastructure assets
• Experience managing capital projects and contractors
• Knowledge of environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements related to facilities and utilities
• Experience with sustainability, energy management, or water stewardship programs
• Strong organizational and data management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated success in a results oriented‑, challenging environment
• Must have indefinite right to work in the United States
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred

• Experience in food, beverage, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing Project management certification or formal capital project experience
• Leadership experience managing technical or facilities teams

Leadership & People Skills

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive change
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
• Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team-building skills
• Ability to lead a team based approach to decision making

EEO Statement

Our 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.

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