Overview

This position is responsible for providing operational maintenance support for Research and Development product development teams at the Plano GPCs (TPC/Process Lab). Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair food processing and site infrastructure equipment, support design/installation of new process and infrastructure equipment, maintain critical spare parts inventory, support contractor activities at the site, support site EHS programs, and participate in EHS audits

Responsibilities

Equipment

• Maintain and repair processing and facility equipment ensuring equipment reliability at Plano GPC at TPC Dallas Plant.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and intermediate electrical issues with process and facilities equipment in a timely manner to minimize downtime
• Support design, installation, and commissioning of new process and infrastructure equipment.
• Maintain Critical spare parts inventory.
• Interpret mechanical and electrical prints/schematics to independently troubleshoot related issues.
• Support Sr. Maintenance technicians in maintaining/modifying process equipment used in R&D environment as defined by project needs.
• Manage CMMS work order program.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance on R&D process development equipment.
• Support EHS initiatives - Management of Change, safety inspections and validations)

• Support Master PM Programs on process and infrastructure equipment.
• Maintain motors and gear boxes (oil changes) recommending repairs /replacing as needed.
• Lubricate bearings as needed per the PM program.
• Inspect drive belts, change as needed to avoid failure.
• Inspect conveyors/components and complete repairs as needed.
• Maintain oil pumps and hydraulic pumps, repair as needed.
• PM all Packaging Equipment - baggers, weighers, conveyors, cross feeders.
• PM mixers, ribbon blenders and other ingredient feeder system.
• PM food grinders and bag lifters.

• Maintain site infrastructure equipment.
• PM Steam Generators.
• PM Air Compressors and all Pneumatic systems.
• PM Chillers units.
• PM and Maintenance of Water heaters for Sanitation use.
• PM Plant Processing /Packaging /Warehouse lighting.
• Responsible for site office area maintenance (lights, plumbing, mechanical issues).
• QA Lab and equipment maintenance (including vent hoods, air filters, pneumatic systems, online data monitoring equipment).
• Maintain Warehouse equipment (PIT, Scrubbers, Wrapping units, Scales and Trash compactors).
• Maintain Parking lot, site irrigation system, and outside lightning.

• Support site EHS programs - lead/manage assigned compliance programs.
• Maintain PM program records as required to support Safety/Food Safety programs.
• Participate in Food Safety mandated Audits (AIB, FSSC22000, FDA).
• Support Food Defense Program as required.
• Prioritize site Food Safety and EHS related Work and issues to maintain compliance.
• Complete required safety, food safety, and food defense training as required.
• Support safety validation of new equipment.
• Raise MOC request as needed (new equip, equip mods, and transfers).
• Conduct safety checks on equipment transfers as needed.
• Complete training on PTW and Issue permits as needed for all contractor work in absence of EHS personnel.

• Support on site contractors (process, facilities related repairs and installations)
• Support Plano GPC operations (TPC, Process Lab)
• Engage with EHS team to understand and maintain required environmental, and regulatory compliance programs.
• Train and mentor new maintenance techs, contractors, and operators on maintenance related subjects.

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $42,000 - $67,000.
• 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.
• 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.

• High School Diploma Required (preferred Associate Technical Degree) and 3+ Years of working experience in a manufacturing/production environment or in an R&D testing center, preferably in the food industry.
• Experience with food processing equipment, production, and/or test systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair food processing and site infrastructure equipment - mechanical, electrical skills and knowledge of instrumentation are required.
• Intermediate knowledge of high/low voltage circuit for electrical troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of industrial 3 phase motors and be able to program VFDs.
• Basic Knowledge of AB PLC.
• Basic knowledge of AB VFD programming and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of instrumentation used in Processing and Facilities including air flow switches, pressure switches, and thermostats.
• Ability to identify process related issues and provide solutions on maintenance related issues.
• Perform minor equipment and parts fabrication/modifications and perform minor installation work.
• Knowledge of MIG welding and stick welding.
• Highly motivated to work with others in a team environment to deliver on the team development objectives with strong desire to provide individual contribution.
• Basic Knowledge of Servo Motors and troubleshooting.
• Flexible - willingness to work off-shifts and weekends. Willingness to flex between work sites (Dallas Technology Process Center and Plano Process Lab).
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment.
• Team player, flexibility, mechanical aptitude, work with limited supervision, self-starter, written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills required.