About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is a global leader in the food and beverage industry, renowned for iconic brands like Walkers crisps, Pepsi, and Lay's. With operations spanning over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs hundreds of thousands of passionate professionals dedicated to delivering high-quality snacks and beverages. In the UK, our Leicester facility is at the heart of producing Walkers, one of the nation's favourite crisps. We prioritize innovation, sustainability, and employee well-being, making us a top employer in the manufacturing sector. Joining PepsiCo means contributing to a company that values excellence and invests in its people.

Role Overview

As an Asset Care Technician at PepsiCo's Leicester site, you'll play a crucial role in keeping our state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment running smoothly. This position suits skilled electricians and mechanics passionate about maintenance and reliability. Working 42 hours across 3.5 days per week (Tues-Thurs 12-hour shifts 06:30-18:30, plus Fri 06:30-12:30), you'll align with site engineering shutdowns to ensure production lines for Walkers crisps operate at peak performance. Deliver technical support to Engineering and Operations, handling planned and reactive maintenance while driving continuous improvements.

Why This Role Matters

Your expertise will minimize downtime, enhance safety, and support food quality standards, directly impacting our ability to delight millions of UK consumers daily.

Key Responsibilities

In this dynamic role, you'll collaborate across teams to maintain and optimize our production assets. Key duties include:

• Partnering with Maintenance Planners, Line Engineering Leads, and Manufacturing Technicians to complete all planned maintenance tasks efficiently.
• Offering reactive support to Shift Technicians and Operations during high-demand periods.
• Linking with Controls System Specialists, Electrical Duty Holders, and Reliability experts for preventative work orders and in-depth analysis.
• Supporting specialist teams in action completion and continuous improvement initiatives, including health, safety, and food safety measures.
• Ensuring maintenance plans, task instructions, and stores holdings are accurate and up-to-date.
• Leading root cause analysis and creating visual management tools for planned maintenance.
• Acting as an ambassador for engineering standards and best practices site-wide.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed, you'll need proven technical expertise and a proactive mindset:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship with substantial hands-on experience.
• Recognized electrical or mechanical academic qualification.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and SCADA systems.
• Solid understanding of equipment and technical standards.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, a sense of ownership for safety, quality, and performance, and strong communication abilities.

PepsiCo values diverse experiences; if you have a track record in food manufacturing or similar high-volume environments, you'll thrive here.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers an exceptional compensation package designed to reward your contributions:

• Competitive salary of £52,370.34 per annum, inclusive of shift allowance.
• Quarterly incentives: £1,200 to £3,000 annually based on site KPI performance.
• Generous pension scheme: We double your contribution (you contribute 5%, we add 10%).
• Extended fully paid family leave: 10 weeks parental leave + 26 weeks extended leave.
• Provided PPE: Uniforms and safety shoes, cleaned and maintained on-site.
• Additional perks: 24-hour online GP for family, free virtual physiotherapy, discounted gym membership, long service rewards, critical illness cover, electric car scheme, staff shop with PepsiCo product discounts, birthday day off, and option to buy/sell holiday leave.
• Visa sponsorship and relocation package available for eligible candidates.

Career Growth

At PepsiCo, your development is our priority. This role offers pathways to senior engineering positions, reliability specialist roles, or leadership in continuous improvement. Access world-class training, mentorship from industry experts, and internal mobility across our UK and global sites. Many technicians advance to Line Engineering Leads or beyond, building long-term careers in a supportive environment.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo Leicester for more than a job—join a team producing beloved Walkers crisps while enjoying premium benefits and growth opportunities. We're committed to safety, innovation, and work-life balance with compact shift patterns leaving you weekends free. Be part of a company that doubles down on your future, literally with our pension match. In a competitive food industry, PepsiCo stands out with its people-first culture and unwavering standards.

Role FAQs

What are the working hours? 42 hours over 3.5 days: 3x 12-hour shifts (Tue-Thu, 06:30-18:30) + 6 hours Fri (06:30-12:30), aligned with shutdowns.

Is experience in food manufacturing required? Hands-on engineering experience is key; food sector familiarity is a plus but not essential.

Are criminal checks required? For certain roles, we may request declaration of unspent convictions per the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, treated confidentially.

How do I apply? Click apply now—our team is eager to connect with top talent like you!