Packaging Machine Technician x2 - Isando Plant Snacks at PepsiCola Bottling Company of New York Inc

, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Packaging Machine Operation, Changeover Procedures, Efficiency Maintenance, Waste Identification, Minor Repairs, Quality Control Audits, Housekeeping, Food Safety Standards, Safety Compliance, ISO 14001 Conformance, IPS Systems Procedures, Line Balancing, Fault-Finding, PLC Knowledge, Mechanical Aptitude, Technical Training

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Overview About PepsiCo PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales. Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com. Responsibilities Job Overview: To ensure the continuous and efficient functioning of the packaging line to IPS standards. Ensure packing machines are correctly allocated and utilised to meet production requirements – change over bag-maker and Ishida when required and ensure sufficient materials are available for production requirements. Ensure required efficiencies are maintained. Identify areas of waste and inefficiency within the production process and suggest remedies to improve yield and efficiencies. Minimise film waste. Ensure that all equipment is properly maintained by monitoring and informing engineers and by carrying out minor repairs on packaging equipment. Ensure that quality control audits are carried out and relevant reports completed. Maintain good housekeeping and food safety standards in order to ensure AIB, CRP and Safety compliance. Maintain safety standards through safe operating practices in order to avoid accidents and ensure a safe working environment. Uphold and maintain ISO 14001 conformance by actively supporting the site Environmental Management System in order to obtain certification. Carry out IPS systems procedures. Assist with boil out procedures. Ensure line balancing at all times. Assist in fault-finding and problem-solving activities within the context and complexity of the manufacturing process in order to ensure maximum uptime and line efficiency Qualifications N3 Mechanical and Electrical Engineering. Literate, numerate and confident in the use of panel view computer screens. Acquire and maintain a working knowledge and understanding of all control systems, including PLC’s. IPS . Knowledge of quality control specifications and techniques. Information systems: ability to track information and understand line efficiencies and the factors that influence this. Mechanical aptitude with technical training and knowledge of manufacturing equipment. “PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer in line with the Employment Equity Act"

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Responsibilities

The primary role is to ensure the continuous and efficient functioning of the packaging line according to IPS standards, which includes managing machine allocation, executing changeovers, and maintaining required efficiencies. Responsibilities also cover identifying and rectifying waste, performing minor equipment repairs, and ensuring strict adherence to quality control, housekeeping, and safety standards.