Technical Process Lead — Non-Potato Chip Tech & TPM Training

PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack and beverage company in the UK is seeking an individual to enhance operational excellence at its Reading site. This role requires significant experience in non-potato chip manufacturing technologies, along with strong leadership and analytical skills. You will be responsible for training, performance improvement, and supporting transformative projects. The ideal candidate will excel at communicating across all organizational levels and possess a customer-driven focus. Attractive benefits and competitive salary offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Car allowance

Flexible working

Health cover

Discounted gym memberships

Enhanced parental leave

Electric car schemes

Qualifications

• Significant operational manufacturing experience on a core non potato chip technology.
• Competent in delivering performance and capability building.
• In-depth understanding of IPS and its importance within the SPARK process.

Responsibilities

• Enable Performance Excellence delivery and support site operations.
• Lead site expert trainer courses and validate front-line employee training.
• Drive loss elimination and facilitate problem solving using structured processes.
• Support transformational change projects and ensure KPI compliance during start-up.

Skills

Operational manufacturing experience

Technical Capability Building

Analytical skills

Lean Manufacturing

People leadership

Influencing skills

Communication skills

Customer driven

Job description

A leading snack and beverage company in the UK is seeking an individual to enhance operational excellence at its Reading site. This role requires significant experience in non-potato chip manufacturing technologies, along with strong leadership and analytical skills. You will be responsible for training, performance improvement, and supporting transformative projects. The ideal candidate will excel at communicating across all organizational levels and possess a customer-driven focus. Attractive benefits and competitive salary offered.