Plant Management Director - Beverages

Plant Management Director - Beverages Location: Delta, British Columbia CA Overview The Plant Director contributes to the success of the Pepsi Beverages Company by directing the operations of a plant to meet customer needs and achieve standards related to cost, line efficiencies, waste, safety and productivity. The Plant Director must convert overall plant objectives into achievable tasks at the execution level. This individual must set production performance standards and align the organization to achieve standards. This individual is responsible for managing 3 shifts in an organized facility, developing a team of managers, and supervisors as well as +100 union hourly staff. Additionally, this role is responsible for developing, implementing and executing a best-in-class service to sales standards. What you can expect from us: Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to work Inspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goals A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development Total Compensation: $133,700 - $265,300 Responsibilities Applies knowledge of processes, equipment and system capability to set challenging individual and facility standards within a 22MM case manufacturing site producing cold fill products. Develops Annual Operating Plan for the plant Coaches supervisors and managers to achieve performance standards with regards to safety, line utilization and quality Manages direct and indirect controllable costs to meet overall cost and rate target Tracks key performance indicators/costs, anticipating and correcting trends which would compromise achievement of financial targets Overall oversight of the scheduling process for receiving and delivering raw materials and finished products in a timely manner Overall oversight of the inventory process, ensuring optimal levels of full goods are maintained to fulfill daily sales needs Oversees and assures facility equipment reliability to minimize downtime Builds people capability through effective employee relations, hiring, training, and communication for both management and front-line hourly personnel Overall plant Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibility for production, maintenance, and quality control and warehouse Ensures compliance with all Health & Safety regulations Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree - Engineering preferred A minimum of 10+ years of prior work experience in a high speed manufacturing environment - preferably in the Beverage Industry A minimum of 5+ years of prior work experience in a management position Careers to Smile About: At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day. At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.

The Plant Director is responsible for directing beverage plant operations to meet cost, safety, and productivity standards while managing a large unionized workforce. This includes overseeing the Annual Operating Plan, P&L responsibility, and ensuring efficient raw material and finished product scheduling.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering, and at least 10 years of experience in high-speed manufacturing, ideally within the beverage industry. A minimum of 5 years of prior management experience is also required.

• Competitive compensation • Comprehensive benefits

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• Plant Management
• Operational Excellence
• P&L Management
• Budgeting
• Employee Relations
• Supply Chain Management
• Inventory Control
• Health & Safety Compliance
• Performance Tracking
• Strategic Planning
• Team Leadership
• Quality Control
• Equipment Reliability
• Manufacturing Execution
• Resource Allocation
• KPI Management

• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Logistics

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Aug 23, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Director