CareerPlan

Pilot Plant Operations Manager - R&D

Dallas, TexasFull-time$111k–$185k2026-09-24 → 2026-10-29
No visa sponsorship

Core

Lead the R&D Pilot Plant operations, ensuring safe, efficient delivery of R&D test runs and programs while driving operational excellence and long-term capability development.

Role type

Senior IC operations manager (pilot plant)

Builds

Pilot-scale food products, processes, and technologies for PepsiCo's innovation and commercialization agenda

Domain

Food & Beverage manufacturing / R&D

Required skills

Strategic and operational leadership, safety program management, food safety systems (FSSC22000, HACCP), budget management, talent management, cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

Engineering background, IOSH/NEBOSH/OSHA certification, AIB/BRC experience

Technologies

FSSC22000, HACCP, MESS, LOTO

Responsibilities

Define and execute long-term operating strategy and capability roadmap; champion world-class safety culture and regulatory compliance; own site's Food Safety and Quality Management Systems; manage operating budget and resource allocation; lead talent development and organizational effectiveness; collaborate with Global Process Centers for standardization

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC