Job Description

Overview:

We are PepsiCo

PepsiCo is proud to be one of the world's leading food and beverage companies. Every day, we are dedicated to bringing our mission to create more smiles with every sip and every bite to life. Our products are enjoyed more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. Our portfolio -- including Lay's, Doritos, Gatorade, Pepsi and Quaker -- consists of many iconic brands that generate more than US $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales, helping to deliver more than US $70 billion in net revenue in 2020.
Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive. Through PepsiCo Positive, we are charting a new course to drive positive action for the planet and people. PepsiCo Positive is an end-to-end strategic business transformation with sustainability at the centre of how we will create growth and value by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change.
In South Africa (SA), you will find our products across the region at breakfast, lunch or dinner. At the gym or on the field. In the office or on the go. We refresh, restore and rejuvenate our consumers all day, every day with our key brands including Simba, Lay's, Liqui Fruit and Bokomo range of cereals. PepsiCo SA employs more than 13, 000 people across our three business divisions: Bakeries, Grains, Foods, Fruit, Snacks, Juice & Beverages.
Responsibilities:

Job Overview:

Ensure minimal downtime and smooth operation of the factory by performing a strict preventative maintenance on allocated equipment. Ensure that the factory equipment is setup correctly. Be hands on and make certain that autonomous maintenance issues are resolved timeously. Must be able to identify and prioritize multiple tasks.Analyze, respond, and resolve equipment malfunctions. Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize production loss. Follow protocols and interpret technical drawings for efficient work. Hands-on troubleshooting and maintenance in both mechanical, electrical and control (PLC) areas. Safe work practices. Quality, ensuring good quality products is produced. Personal Ownership for Production Efficiencies. Execute pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical repairs. Install and commission machinery and equipment.

Qualifications:
Must be qualified as a Trade Tested Millwright. 5 years of relevant experience within the manufacturing environment in the FMCG industry. Bakery experience an advantage. Must have PLC experience.

"PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer in line with the Employment Equity Act"