About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is a global leader in the food and beverage industry, renowned for iconic brands like Doritos, Wotsits, and Walkers that delight consumers across the UK and beyond. With operations spanning manufacturing, distribution, and innovation, PepsiCo employs thousands worldwide, fostering a culture of excellence, sustainability, and employee empowerment. In the UK, our Coventry site is a cornerstone of snack production, where cutting-edge technology meets skilled craftsmanship to deliver high-quality products daily. As an Asset Care Technician at PepsiCo Coventry, you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining the reliability of our production lines, ensuring we continue to lead the market in tasty, innovative snacks.

Role Overview

The Asset Care Technician position at PepsiCo in Coventry, UK, is designed for skilled electricians and mechanics passionate about keeping manufacturing equipment at peak performance. This full-time role operates on a 12-hour days-based shift pattern, offering a dynamic environment where you'll provide technical support to Engineering and Operations teams. Your expertise will ensure planned maintenance is executed flawlessly while supporting reactive needs, contributing directly to the smooth operation of lines producing UK's favourite snacks. With a competitive salary of £49,913.77 inclusive of shift allowance, plus performance incentives, this role combines hands-on technical work with opportunities for continuous improvement and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

In this critical role, you'll collaborate closely with Maintenance Planners, Line Engineering Leads, and Manufacturing Technicians to guarantee all planned maintenance is completed on schedule. You'll offer reactive support to Shift Technicians and Operations teams during high-demand periods, forging strong links with Controls System Specialists, Electrical Duty Holders, and Reliability experts to advance preventative work orders and in-depth analysis. Expect to support specialist teams in action completion and continuous improvement, while ensuring maintenance plans, task instructions, and stores holdings are accurate. Leading CI initiatives, driving root cause analysis, and creating visual management for tasks will be key, alongside championing engineering standards and best practices site-wide.

Daily Impact

Every shift, your technical acumen will minimize downtime, enhance safety, and uphold food quality standards, directly impacting PepsiCo's ability to meet consumer demand efficiently.

Qualifications & Requirements

To thrive as an Asset Care Technician, candidates need an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship backed by hands-on experience, plus a recognized electrical or mechanical academic qualification. Strong electro-mechanical knowledge is essential, alongside familiarity with CMMS and SCADA systems, and a solid grasp of equipment and technical standards. A proactive sense of ownership for safety, quality, and performance, coupled with sharp problem-solving skills and excellent communication, will set you apart. Experience in root cause analysis and continuous improvement is highly valued.

Preferred Experience

Prior work in food & beverage manufacturing, especially with high-speed production lines, is advantageous, as is a commitment to health, safety, and food safety protocols.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers an exceptional benefits package tailored to support your wellbeing and financial security. Enjoy a base salary of £49,913.77 per annum, inclusive of shift allowance, with quarterly incentives ranging from £1,200 to £3,000 based on site KPI performance. Our pension scheme doubles your contribution—put in 5%, we add 10%. Family benefits include 10 weeks parental leave and 26 weeks extended leave, fully paid. All PPE, uniforms, and safety shoes are provided, cleaned, and maintained on-site. Additional perks encompass a 24-hour online GP for you and your family, free virtual physiotherapy, discounted gym membership, long service rewards, critical illness cover, electric car scheme, staff shop discounts on PepsiCo products, a day off on your birthday, and options to buy/sell holiday leave. Visa sponsorship and relocation packages are available for qualifying candidates.

Career Growth

At PepsiCo, career progression is a reality. Starting as an Asset Care Technician, you can advance to senior engineering roles, reliability specialists, or leadership positions in operations. We invest in training, certifications, and leadership development programs, with opportunities to rotate across sites or functions. Our commitment to continuous improvement (CI) ensures you'll gain skills in advanced analytics, automation, and sustainable manufacturing practices, positioning you for long-term success in the food industry.

Development Opportunities

Access mentorship from engineering leads, CI workshops, and global PepsiCo learning platforms to build expertise and visibility for promotions.

Why Join Us

Joining PepsiCo Coventry means becoming part of a world-class team that values innovation, safety, and results. Work on state-of-the-art equipment producing beloved brands, in a supportive environment that prioritizes work-life balance through shift patterns and generous leave. With competitive pay, unbeatable benefits, and a focus on employee growth, this role offers stability and excitement in the thriving UK food sector. Be an ambassador for engineering excellence and contribute to sustainable production that feeds millions.

Role FAQs

What shift pattern does this role follow? A 12-hour days-based shift pattern, designed for work-life balance.

Is visa sponsorship available? Yes, for candidates meeting certain criteria, along with relocation support.

What qualifications are required? NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, plus electrical/mechanical qualifications and relevant experience.

Are criminal convictions considered? For certain roles, unspent convictions may be declared later, treated confidentially per the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

How do incentives work? Quarterly bonuses of £1,200-£3,000 if site KPIs are met or exceeded.

Apply today to secure your place on the PepsiCo team—spaces are limited for this high-demand role.