The Role
Lead upkeep, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of plant automation equipment. Train and mentor operators, support changeovers and PMs, revise SOPs, collaborate with maintenance and vendors, audit spare parts, attend performance reviews, and provide technical support for TPM and line teams to improve uptime and efficiency.
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The Automation Specialist takes a leadership role in maintaining and improving the performance of all Automation Specialist equipment throughout the plant. Position collaborates with people across departments, functions, and levels. Position utilizes strong communication, analytical, mechanical, and troubleshooting skills to drive continuous improvement and quickly resolve issues.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Become the plant expert on the overall operation and performance of Automation Specialist equipment, including ongoing operation and changeovers.
- Function as trainer, coach and mentor to employees operating Automation Specialist equipment on all lines across all shifts.
- Troubleshoot Automation Specialist issues (minor stops, defects, breakdowns) impairing Production Line's ability to meet Targeted TE (True Efficiency) goals and work with front line operators and supervision to develop and implement corrective action plans to resolve ongoing issues.
- Provide leadership to the Automation Specialist work cells in an effort to continually improve overall performance capabilities and partner with Vendors/Suppliers, plant Maintenance and Operations.
- Review Automation Specialist CIL standards, Centerline standards and compliance on a daily basis and work with Production Supervisor to develop action plans to immediately address gaps.
- Review and revise SOPs (Safety, Operation, Quality, Sanitation) as needed.
- Assist Operators and Mechanics with PM events and emergency repairs as needed.
- ssist operators in changeovers and work as an RCO (Rapid Changeover) resource to improve on time to complete Automation Specialist changeovers.
- Attend performance review meetings and communicate downtime issues along with SRC (Simple Root Cause) and corrective action.
- Ensure that Automation Specialist reapplications take place across the entire production floor to insure consistency.
- Serve as resource for the Automation Tech team and participate in team activities.
- Work with Maintenance to identify and audit equipment spare parts requirements.
- Provide Technical Support for Line TPM Teams by attending NWT and/or DDE/Drumbeat events.
- Support equipment operations by completing basic AM and/or PM activities.
- Support equipment rebuild operations and package/product innovation.
- Conduct group trainings as needed
- Operate Automation Specialist equipment as needed
- Participate on the Organizational Capability (OC) Team
- Utilize basic understanding of drives, lubricant, and fasteners when troubleshooting and performing tasks.
- Abide by all safety regulations and wear all necessary and required PPE.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certified to operate Automation Specialist equipment
- Certified to operate equipment that requires a change-over
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 race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
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Skills Required
- Certified to operate Automation Specialist equipment
- Certified to operate equipment that requires a change-over
- Strong communication, analytical, mechanical, and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to train, coach, and mentor equipment operators
- Willingness to follow safety regulations and wear required PPE
- Basic understanding of drives, lubricants, and fasteners
PepsiCo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — An employer-funded Automatic Retirement Contribution layered on top of a 401(k) match, with contributions tied to age and service, is positioned as above many large‑employer baselines. Auto‑enrollment and tiered matching create a stronger long‑term savings design than typical offerings.
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Healthcare Strength — National medical plans include telehealth, chronic‑condition support, and no‑cost real‑time virtual mental/behavioral health, plus women’s health programs and travel assistance for critical care. External recognition highlights the breadth of the health and well‑being offering.
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Parental & Family Support — In the U.S., the parent giving birth receives a minimum of 16 weeks paid leave, and all parents receive paid parental leave, with backup child/elder care and select onsite/near‑site childcare. Family‑planning concierge services and resources for perimenopause/menopause further reinforce support.
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What We Do
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands – such as Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker and SodaStream – that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales. At PepsiCo, you get the best of both worlds: an entrepreneur’s mindset plus reach and resources. Our collaborative culture and worldwide presence generate a stream of new opportunities to define the future and propel your life’s work. Bring your unique perspective. Bring curiosity. Bring ingenuity, and drive. We’ll give you a platform to be daring on a global scale.
