Overview
Frito Lay Canada is seeking a Production Planning & Scheduling Analyst based in Lethbridge, AB, to support production facilities in both Taber and Lethbridge. This role helps drive PepsiCo’s success by planning overall production capacity across both sites and ensuring production schedules align to meet forecasted demand and site guiding principles. The successful candidate will use their Production Planning and Scheduling knowledge to coordinate cross-functional teams, deliver manufacturing goals, make decisions to remove roadblocks and independently manage moderately complex projects and commitments.

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

Responsibilities

Leverage forecasting data to plan production capacity in Taber and Lethbridge

Collaborate with Region Product Supply teams to coordinate site capacities as needed

Delivers effective change leadership to drive business changes related to innovation planning, capacity planning, Master Line Schedule changes and scheduling software and tools

Effective communication and collaboration across cross functional teams, including sales, packaging and scheduling teams

Oversee the development of daily production schedules at the sites, coaching as needed

Motivate Product Supply Team members to achieve metrics and goals, leveraging recognition and Big 3 venues

Tracks key performance indicators/costs, anticipates and correct trends which may compromise achievement of Service metrics

Ensures compliance with all health, safety and food safety regulations





Administer policies and procedures

This role requires regular presence at both of the Taber and Lethbridge facilities

This role may be required to support off-shift and weekend collaboration and decision making as needs require

Qualifications

Required experience in packaging, manufacturing, or production scheduling

Post-secondary education preferred

Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing or operations experience preferred

Knowledge of the PepsiCo Foods supply chain is considered an asset

Robust planning and organizational skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related tools, including DPP, SAP, DRP, and advanced Excel

Ability to give and receive constructive feedback while holding self and others accountable for processes and results

Ability to lead team-based decision-makingProven ability to work in a challenging, results-oriented environment

Proven ability to overcome obstacles and challenge teams to achieve desired outcomes

Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team-building skills

Flexibility to work off-shifts and weekends

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.

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📌 Prod Planning & Sched Analyst (Alberta)
🏢 PepsiCo
📍 Alberta