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LOCATION
Wichita, KS
POSTED
1 day ago
Process Coach
At PepsiCo, our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands—including Gatorade, Lay's, and Quaker—we reach millions of consumers every day.
The Process Coach is a key manufacturing leader responsible for processconsistency, optimization, and performance for one or two full manufacturing lines in a 24-hour operation. As a core member of the Line Triad, this role uses standard tools and continuous improvement practices to eliminate losses, strengthen capability, and ensure reliable, repeatable execution across all shifts.
The Process Coach owns the definition, execution, improvement, and sustainment of standards. By partnering closely with line team members, Operations, Tech Services, Quality, and Engineering, this role drives True Efficiency (TE), reduces waste, and ensures high quality, stable performance.
Responsibilities
Process Ownership & Optimization
Own all manufacturing processes for an assigned production line across a 24-hour operation
Ensure consistent execution of standard work across all shifts
Identify process gaps and variability; lead corrective actions to restore stability
Develop, implement, and sustain new standards and tools to drive loss elimination
Performance Management & Loss Elimination
Use structured problem solving and CI tools to eliminate losses, improve TE, and reduce waste and rework
Capture learnings and best practices and translate them into a current best approach
Track, analyze, and report line performance using accurate, reliable data
Data Integrity & Systems
Own data accuracy and integrity for the line
Ensure correct use of performance tracking systems and DMS execution across all shifts
Use data to proactively identify risks, trends, and improvement opportunities
Technical Troubleshooting & Support
Serve as the primary point of contact for process related technical issues
Troubleshoot and support resolution of breakdowns tied to process design, execution, or capability
Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality to resolve issues and prevent recurrence
Cross Functional Collaboration
Actively participate in LST (Line Structure Team) and daily operating meetings
Proactively report results, escalate issues, and request resources when needed
Partner with functional teams to support line reliability, quality, and productivity initiatives
Quality & Standards Leadership
Ensure quality standards are built into the process and executed consistently
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality events
Coach teams on proper process execution and adherence to standards
Compensation and Benefits
The expected compensation range for this position is between $66,900 - $111,950.
Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 8% of annual salary paid out annually.
Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
Qualifications
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience in manufacturing, operations, or process improvement
Strong understanding of production processes and performance metrics
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to influence across shifts and functions without direct authority
Comfortable working in a fast paced, 24hour manufacturing environment
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Experience in food, beverage, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing
Bottling, canning, or BIB line experience
SAP experience
Lean, Six Sigma, IWS, or continuous improvement background
Technical or engineering education or experience
Leadership & People Skills
Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive change
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team‑building skills
Ability to lead a team-based approach to decision making