Line Lead

Overview

At PepsiCo, we are looking for an experienced and inspiring Line Lead to lead the operational agenda of our Can and RGB production cells , overseeing both Production and Maintenance teams at our manufacturing plant in Etxabarri-Ibiña (Vitoria-Gasteiz).

This role requires a strong people leader with a passion for operational excellence, capable of driving safety, productivity, efficiency, cost optimization, continuous improvement, and high-performance team culture. The successful candidate will be a results-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and consistently delivers sustainable business outcomes.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Operations Leadership

• Lead the operational performance of the Can and RGB production areas, ensuring the achievement of Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and Productivity targets.
• Drive operational excellence through effective execution of manufacturing strategies and best practices.
• Develop and foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor and improve production efficiency, line performance, OEE, and productivity across the manufacturing process.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement corrective and preventive actions to optimize workflows and processes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, EHS, and other stakeholders to achieve business objectives.
• Prepare, analyze, and present operational performance reports, productivity metrics, and improvement plans.

Maintenance Leadership

• Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and plant availability.
• Ensure the effective execution of maintenance programs, minimizing downtime and maximizing asset performance.
• Partner with Engineering teams to develop and implement technical improvements and innovative solutions.
• Drive reliability initiatives and maintenance excellence practices across the plant.
• Ensure compliance with all maintenance standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Continuous Improvement & Projects

• Champion Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and productivity initiatives.
• Lead transformation and capital investment projects from planning through execution.
• Support the implementation of new technologies, processes, and operational best practices.
• Promote root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Drive sustainability and operational efficiency improvements aligned with PepsiCo's strategic objectives.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Lead by example in promoting a strong safety-first culture.
• Ensure compliance with all Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) policies, standards, and legal requirements.
• Actively identify and mitigate operational risks while driving continuous safety improvements.

People Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop Production and Maintenance teams.
• Build organizational capability through talent development, succession planning, and performance management.
• Foster employee engagement and collaboration across all levels of the organization.
• Create an inclusive workplace culture aligned with PepsiCo values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline).
• Proven experience leading Operations and Maintenance teams within a manufacturing environment, preferably FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement methodologies, productivity improvement and operational excellence.
• Demonstrated experience driving safety, quality, service, cost and people agendas in a production setting.
• Solid background in maintenance management, including preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance, equipment reliability and asset performance.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and working effectively within a matrix organization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to translate data into actionable business improvements.
• Excellent leadership, coaching and people development capabilities, with a proven track record of building high-performing teams.
• Results-oriented professional with a winning attitude, growth mindset and passion for delivering sustainable business outcomes.
• Fluent in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.