Quaker Jobs in Shellsburg, IA (NOW HIRING)

We are PepsiCo Supply Chain.  We are the game changers, innovators, collaborators, history makers focused on sustainability and creating global brands.  We are ground breakers of the Supply Chain & Logistics space.  We are a diverse group, spread across 200 countries and territories, and united by a shared set of values and goals.  You know our name through our amazing portfolio, including Pepsi, Frito Lay, Quaker, and Gatorade. 

We perform with a purpose.  We dream globally and act locally, constantly innovating to sustain our planet, our people, our communities, and our business practices.  Together, we raise the bar in lean manufacturing practices.  We put forth new standards and stretch to reach beyond the goals we set.  We are a think tank, bringing our perspectives into action and are determined to find ways to drive efficiencies, improve processes and achieve the highest level of safety. . .  all while meeting the demands of our Customers and Consumers to deliver the best products.  At PepsiCo, we are committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, and to strengthen the company as a whole.  Are you hungry to be a part of the world's largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands?  Then now is the time to explore the Possibilities of PepsiCo. 

Quaker is proactively seeking talent for Supply Chain Leader vacancies. The Production Supervisor manages all activities associated with their front-line team, in order to positively impact the overall department. The Supply Chain Leader will be leading a team consisting of hourly front-line associates, and possibly salaried exempt associates. Responsibilities include cost efficiency, continuous improvement on processes, service, and safety. This is an opportunity to lead a diverse team of 15 to 30 hourly manufacturing associates with varying levels of experience. This role is expected to develop individuals and the team to solve operational issues and motivate team members to achieve performance targets.

• Optimize operational efficiencies to support the facility's production, packaging, warehousing, and shipping operations
• Optimize ingredient and packaging material used to minimize waste
• Ensure operational practices are followed to control inventories
• Ensure PepsiCo financial and accounting control procedures are followed to ensure accurate inventory records are maintained
• Maintain product quality and sanitation standards
• Flex production plans on a shift-by-shift basis, managing through issues to prevent service issues and operational inefficiencies
• Identify and coordinate operations improvements necessary to deliver the site annual operating plan (AOP). Ensure cost performance gaps are identified, action plans are developed, and resources are properly allocated
• Builds people capability through effective employee relations, hiring, training, and communication for front-line hourly personnel
• Manage the performance of direct reports through performance reviews, frequent discussions, coaching, and career development action plans
• Develop team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals
• Deliver effective change leadership - driving business changes while minimizing people impact
• Communicate and collaborate cross-functionally to assist the team to solve operational issues
• Motivate team members to achieve plan goals
• Build and develop talent by effectively leveraging PepsiCo Career Growth and Leadership Models and the Performance Management Process: objective setting, performance and development (PDR), and competency review
• Champion and lead an effective safety culture. Coach for safe behaviors and compliance with safety policies and procedures
• Coach teams to demonstrate continuous improvement in profitability margins, efficiencies, and cost savings initiatives
• Ensure compliance with Company policies, contracts and procedures
• Administer policies and procedures
• Regular and predictable attendance at the worksite

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.

• Ability to work off-shift (there are opportunities across 2nd, 3rd and weekend shifts)
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required. Preferably in engineering, business, operations management, or similar field
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing preferred preferably food/beverage experience
• 3+ years of front-line supervisory skills and ability to lead a team-based approach to decision-making
• Must possess strong skills, knowledge and capability in:
  • Total Productive Maintenance
  • Lean Manufacturing Processes 
  • Safety and Quality standards in a production environment. 
• Demonstrated experience following financial and accounting control procedures to maintain accurate inventory records and support audit readiness.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications
• Demonstrated ability to work in a results-oriented, challenging environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to get results through mentoring skills
• This role requires lifting up to 40 lbs. occasionally and working in different weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow
• This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States

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. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy. Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.