Maintenance Associate Leader

PepsiCo; Frankfort (IN); On-site; USD 66,900 - 111,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

PepsiCo seeks a Maintenance Associate Leader for the second shift in Frankfort, Indiana. This role involves leading a team of maintenance mechanics, focusing on people development, cost efficiency, and maintaining safety metrics.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills, along with a Bachelor’s degree. An attractive compensation package including potential bonuses and comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; engineering or technical degrees preferred.
• Strong leadership skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience in problem-solving and performance targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of maintenance mechanics on the second shift.
• Drive team development to enhance quality and performance.
• Implement process enhancements using visual factory concepts.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Engineering degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

The Maintenance Associate Leader will lead the second shift (2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.) within the Maintenance department at Frankfort East, overseeing a team of front‑line maintenance mechanics. This role focuses on people development, motivating the team, and ensuring high‑quality performance while driving cost efficiency, continuous process improvement, and maintaining safety and reliability metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 5 to 20 maintenance mechanics with varying levels of experience and education.
• Drive people and team development to enhance quality, performance, cost, service, and safety.
• Motivate the team to achieve performance targets and encourage continuous learning and growth.
• Develop team members to solve technical and operational issues.
• Organize and facilitate regular team meetings (e.g., pre‑shift meetings, roundtables) to discuss issues, share updates, and improve processes.
• Provide guidance and support to team members to resolve problems effectively on the floor.
• Lead initiatives to improve communication and engagement across departments.
• Resolve daily operational issues and address obstacles to achieving performance goals.
• Implement process enhancements using visual factory concepts to maximize asset utilization.
• Prioritize maintenance needs and opportunities to ensure optimal performance.
• Lead and initiate project implementation that supports site‑wide objectives and goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; candidates with engineering or other technical degrees preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Proven experience in problem‑solving and achieving performance targets in operational settings.
• Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and influence stakeholders.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in software such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to drive results and manage multiple priorities.
• Previous experience in a maintenance leadership or team‑based role in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected compensation range: $66,900 – $111,950.
• Salary will be determined based on location, confirmed job‑related skills, experience, and education.
• Bonus based on performance; target payout is 8% of annual salary, paid annually.
• Paid time off, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement, subject to eligibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life); Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

EEO Statement

Our company will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act and all applicable laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles 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. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available “EEO is the Law” and “EEO is the Law Supplement” documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy. Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.