Facilities Operator - PMO

PepsiCo -
Leicester

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Job details

£38,951.30 a year
3 hours ago

Benefits

Company pension
Discounted gym membership
Employee discount
Car scheme

Qualifications

Computer literacy
SAP

Full job description

Overview :

We're looking for Facilities Operator!

Position Summary

Reports to: John Tomblin

Direct reports: None

Working Hours: Continental shift pattern (4 on, 4 off) working 12 hours Days & Nights

Main Accountability

As outside Area PMO you will be responsible for keeping the Starch/WWTP or AD plant 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.

For certain roles, we may ask you to declare any unspent criminal convictions in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 at a later stage in the recruitment process and prior to any offer of employment being made. This information will be treated in strict confidence and considered only in relation to your suitability for the role.

Responsibilities: Ensuring one of the following:

- Starch Plant and associated ancillary equipment are always functional to deliver the required level of Technical Starch, whilst maintaining a quality supply of Starch to 3rd parties.
- Wastewater Treatment Plant and associated ancillary equipment are always functional to deliver the required level of trade effluent, whilst maintaining a quality supply of both recycle and permeate water back to the site.
- The AD Plant and associated ancillary equipment are always functional to deliver the required level of Factory waste to the AD plant.

Adhere to standards to achieve equipment 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:

- Previous Outside Areas & manufacturing experience desirable
- FLT License Preferred, although training will be given.
- Computer Literate with experience in E-mails, Microsoft Teams, PDF, SAP
- Experience in Chemical Handling
- Ability to work at Height, Alone, Outdoors & prioritise workload based on impact to site.
- Practical, hands-on operational of production equipment
- 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.
Salary & Benefits
- Annual salary: £38,951.30 (including a 23.5% shift premium).
- Quarterly performance bonuses.
- Generous pension scheme: We double your contribution! You put in 5%, we add 10%.
- Extended fully paid family leave: 10 weeks of parental leave and 26 weeks of extended leave.
- Further benefits:
- A 24-hour online GP for you and your family,
- Free virtual physiotherapy,
- A discounted gym membership,
- Long service rewards,
- Critical illness cover,
- Electric car scheme,
- Staff shop with great discounts on PepsiCo products,
- Day off on your birthday,
- Option to buy/sell holiday leave.
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.

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