Overview

PepsiCo is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Mechanic to support the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and lead operational excellence in our facility. This role requires a hands-on approach to equipment troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and strong collaboration with engineering, EHS, and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop Standard Operating Procedures for legacy and new process and building equipment.
• Act as liaison between operators and OEM for process equipment maintenance.
• Attend daily meetings included but not limited to design, workflow, and safety.
• Be able to evaluate work processes with EHS. Must have basic understanding of OSHA standards.
• Troubleshoot process plant equipment. Thorough knowledge of Cold/Hot Fill process equipment, conveyors and packaging equipment.
• Considerable experience of working on pumps and motors. Candidate must possess ability to change pumps seals and troubleshoot motor failures.
• Candidate must be familiar with process of switching to multiple change parts to support various packaging within the process equipment.
• Take part in continuous improvement of PepsiCo GEHSMS standards.
• Candidate must have excellent communication skills; Ability to interact with various levels of trade.
• Have ability to spec parts needed for efficient and reliable operation of process equipment.
• Food Quality and Safety - Hire will play a vital role in maintaining relationship between food quality/safety and the maintenance team.
• Act as a champion for all safety procedures and protocols and lead by example in all safety matters
• Adhere to Pepsi R&D "Stop.Think.Do" safety standards

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $46,200 - $73,750.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary.Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• 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.

• Prior experience of working on process equipment and conveyance systems.
• 2 years of experience as a mechanic.
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems.
• Experience in a consumer products research & development function a plus.
• Experience with CMMS is preferable.
• High school diploma or GED.

• Innovative/Creative.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Professional maturity.
• High energy.
• Assertive.
• Team player (good interpersonal skills, able to inspire/lead others)
• Positive, "can do" attitude

• Organization, negotiation, coordination, and presentation skills.
• Technical knowledge of unit operations used in processing of food /beverage products.
• Ability and willingness to perform the technician's tasks from time to time to: Maintain production schedules, provide training, test equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively over the phone, online, and in person.
• Teamwork: Ability to manage multiple priorities, think on their feet, and execute with speed
• Initiative and follow through attitude.
• Independent decision maker in a fast paced and demanding environment.
• Demonstrated self-confidence and communication skills with a multiple organizational levels and variety of groups, both domestically and internationally.
• Skilled in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Word and MS Project a plus.