About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a global portfolio that includes iconic brands like Pepsi, Lay's, and Frito-Lay. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs hundreds of thousands of passionate professionals dedicated to delivering high-quality products while fostering sustainable practices. In Russia, PepsiCo's Frito-Lay Manufacturing LLC runs state-of-the-art facilities, including the Lebedyan Plant, a hub for snack production excellence. As a Production Shift Manager at this facility, you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining PepsiCo's reputation for innovation and efficiency in the competitive food industry.

Role Overview

The Production Shift Manager position at PepsiCo's Lebedyan Plant in Russia is a dynamic leadership role ideal for experienced manufacturing professionals. Reporting to plant leadership, you'll oversee shift operations, ensuring seamless production of high-quality snacks. This full-time role features a rotating shift schedule (2 days on, 1 off, 2 nights on, 3 off) from 08:00-20:00 and 20:00-08:00, providing a balanced work-life rhythm. With official employment under Frito-Lay Manufacturing LLC, you'll benefit from full compliance with Russian Labor Code (TK RF), stable compensation, and robust career advancement opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day duties will focus on operational excellence:

• Provide operational leadership to shift personnel, including task delegation, motivation, development, and labor resource planning.
• Organize uninterrupted work across production lines to meet daily targets.
• Control and achieve core KPIs, ensuring finished product output aligns with company standards through decisive actions and reporting.
• Lead production tests for new products, raw materials, and auxiliary inputs.
• Manage acceptance, commissioning, and startup of new equipment and technologies.
• Implement and sustain Lean production standards to drive efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health, safety, ecology, food safety (PB), and quality systems.
• Conduct workplace audits on production lines and prepare comprehensive reports.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed in this role, candidates should possess:

• A higher education degree, preferably in a relevant field like engineering or management.
• At least 1 year of management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in food industry production.
• Deep understanding of production processes in snack manufacturing.
• Proven skills in building effective teams, staff motivation, and coaching.
• Global mindset with a constructive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication, analytical abilities, and confident PC skills (MS Office).
• Familiarity with LEAN methodology.
• Advantages include experience in equipment commissioning, new product launches, and project management, plus strong leadership and responsibility.

Developed presentation skills and audience engagement are essential for audits and team interactions.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers an attractive compensation package tailored to top talent:

• Stable salary with annual performance-based increases; final offer disclosed post-interview.
• Comprehensive medical benefits: company-paid medical book, DMS health insurance, and life insurance.
• Corporate transport from Lipetsk, Dankov, Lev Tolstoy, and Krasnoe to Lebedyan Plant (ul. Matrosova, 7).
• New Year's gifts, excursions, and holidays for employees' children.
• Corporate discounts from partners.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests heavily in employee development through its Corporate University. Gain access to foreign language courses, a digital library, personal growth trainings, professional certifications, and IT programs. This role serves as a launchpad for advancement within PepsiCo's global operations, from plant management to regional leadership in supply chain and manufacturing.

Why Join Us

At PepsiCo's Lebedyan Plant, you'll thrive in a high-performance culture that values innovation, safety, and sustainability. Be part of a team producing beloved brands, with opportunities to implement cutting-edge Lean practices and contribute to new product launches. Enjoy job security, competitive pay estimated at $65,000-$95,000 USD annually (based on food & beverage sector rates in Russia with buffer), and a supportive environment that celebrates achievements. Located in Lebedyan, Lipetsk Oblast, this position offers stability in Russia's dynamic food sector.

Role FAQs

What is the work schedule?

Rotating shifts: 2 days (08:00-20:00), 1 off, 2 nights (20:00-08:00), 3 off.

Is prior food industry experience required?

Yes, at least 3 years in food production, plus 1 year in management.

What benefits include health coverage?

DMS insurance, life insurance, and company-paid medical documentation.

Are there relocation or transport options?

Corporate shuttle from nearby areas like Lipetsk and Dankov.

How does PepsiCo support career development?

Through Corporate University programs, trainings, and global mobility opportunities.

Join PepsiCo today and elevate your manufacturing career—apply now for the Production Shift Manager role at Lebedyan Plant!