About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is a global leader in the food and beverage industry, renowned for iconic brands that delight consumers worldwide. In the UK, PepsiCo produces beloved snacks like Monster Munch and Snack-a-Jacks, driving innovation and excellence in manufacturing. With a commitment to sustainability, quality, and employee development, PepsiCo offers rewarding careers in dynamic environments. The Skelmersdale site is a hub of production efficiency, where skilled professionals ensure seamless operations.

Role Overview

As an Asset Care Technician at PepsiCo in Skelmersdale, United Kingdom, you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining manufacturing equipment for top snack brands. This full-time position involves 42 hours across 3.5 days per week, including 3 x 12-hour day shifts (06:00–18:00) and additional 6 hours on alternating Wednesdays/Fridays (07:00–13:00). Ideal for skilled electricians and mechanics, you'll deliver technical support to Engineering and Operations, ensuring planned and reactive maintenance keeps production lines at peak performance. With a salary of £47,727 inclusive of shift allowance, plus incentives and comprehensive benefits, this role offers stability and growth in the food and beverage sector.

Why Asset Care Technician at PepsiCo?

This position demands electro-mechanical expertise and a proactive mindset, providing the chance to own engineering standards and drive continuous improvements. Visa sponsorship and relocation packages are available for qualifying candidates, making it accessible for top talent.

Key Responsibilities

Your daily impact will include collaborating with Maintenance Planners, Line Engineering Leads, and Manufacturing Technicians to execute all planned maintenance tasks. You'll offer reactive support to Shift Technicians and Operations teams during critical moments. Partnering with Controls System Specialists, Electrical Duty Holders, and Reliability experts, you'll facilitate preventative work orders and in-depth analysis for countermeasures. Lead continuous improvement (CI) initiatives, root cause analysis, and visual management for planned maintenance. As an ambassador for engineering best practices, ensure maintenance plans, task instructions, and stores holdings are optimized, while championing health, safety, and food safety actions.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed, candidates need an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship with substantial hands-on experience, plus a recognized electrical or mechanical academic qualification. Strong electro-mechanical knowledge is essential, alongside familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems. A solid grasp of equipment and technical standards, combined with problem-solving skills, ownership of safety, quality, and performance, and excellent communication abilities, will set you apart. Experience in root cause analysis and CI initiatives is highly valued.

Must-Have Technical Skills

Proficiency in preventative and reactive maintenance, technical feedback provision, and supporting specialist teams for action completion.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its employees with competitive compensation and unparalleled perks. Enjoy a £47,727 annual salary (shift-inclusive), plus quarterly incentives of £1,400–£3,200 based on site KPIs. 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. Receive provided PPE (uniforms and safety shoes, cleaned on-site), 24-hour online GP access for family, free virtual physiotherapy, discounted gym membership, long service rewards, critical illness cover, electric car scheme, staff shop discounts on PepsiCo products, a birthday day off, and options to buy/sell holiday leave. These benefits underscore PepsiCo's commitment to work-life balance and well-being.

Career Growth

At PepsiCo, career progression is a reality. Starting as an Asset Care Technician, you'll gain exposure to advanced engineering projects, CI leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. Opportunities abound for upskilling in CMMS, SCADA, and reliability engineering. PepsiCo's global network supports internal mobility, training programs, and leadership development, positioning you for roles like Line Engineering Lead or Reliability Specialist. With a focus on talent investment, your contributions drive site success and personal advancement.

Professional Development Opportunities

Access mentorship from specialists, CI training, and performance-based incentives that reward excellence.

Why Join Us

Join PepsiCo Skelmersdale to be part of a high-performing team producing UK's favorite snacks. Benefit from a supportive culture emphasizing safety, innovation, and ownership. With visa/relocation support, generous benefits, and a premium work environment, this role offers more than a job—it's a launchpad for engineering excellence. Note: Certain roles may require declaration of unspent criminal convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, handled confidentially.

Role FAQs

What are the working hours? 42 hours over 3.5 days: 3x12-hour shifts (06:00-18:00) plus 6 hours alternating Wed/Fri (07:00-13:00).
Is visa sponsorship available? Yes, for candidates meeting criteria, plus relocation package.
What salary can I expect? £47,727 base + incentives up to £3,200 quarterly.
Do I need specific qualifications? NVQ Level 3 engineering apprenticeship or equivalent, with electro-mechanical experience.
What benefits stand out? Pension doubling, extended family leave, free PPE, gym discounts, and more.
How to apply? Submit your application now—PepsiCo is eager to hear from skilled technicians!