OverviewThe Project Leader will be responsible for the planning, execution, and successful delivery of medium-scale capital projects ($2M) and continuous improvement projects within a 24/7 food manufacturing environment. This role involves managing all aspects of projects, including design, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, risk management, and coordination with multiple teams to ensure projects meet safety, quality, regulatory, and operational performance expectations.What you can expect from usCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needsA agile and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to workInspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goalsA supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and developmentTotal Compensation: $63,300 - $103,200ResponsibilitiesCoordinate end to end project management for food processing and packaging initiatives, from scope development through commissioning.Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource plans to ensure on time, on budget delivery.Prepare engineering specifications, designs, and drawings; maintain up to date documentation and standards.Ensure all projects comply with regulatory and corporate requirements, including sanitary design, GMP, HACCP, OHSA, and environmental regulations.Coordinate procurement activities, including RFQs, vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and equipment purchasing.Provide direct supervision of contractors and internal teams during equipment installation, start up,



and commissioning.Deliver technical support and training to maintenance and operations teams on new equipment and systems.Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, throughput, and cost efficiency.Collaborate with cross functional stakeholders to ensure alignment, effective communication, and successful project outcomes.Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), site commissioning, and plant‑wide shutdown activities, including occasional off‑shift work.Other job duties as requiredQualificationsBachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related discipline)A minimum of 3 years manufacturing experience with a focus on:Experience with continuous and batch process optimizationExperience with high-speed packaging machineryStrong technical and analytical aptitude requiredProven ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams in a manufacturing environmentStrong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, including experience managing people or contractorsProficiency with MS Office 365PreferredExperience programming, troubleshooting, and commissioning Allen‑Bradley PLCsExperience preparing P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and layout drawings using CAD tools.Experience with Quality Management Systems in a regulated environment.PMP designation or P.Eng license considered an asset.PepsiCo may use Artificial Intelligence as part of its hiring process. Specifically, we may use AI-based tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.This posting is for an existing vacancy.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Project Leader (Peterborough)
🏢 PepsiCo
📍 Peterborough