Job Vacancies at PepsiCo

Overview

• The Millwright is responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and inspection of industrial machinery and mechanical equipment to ensure optimal operation and minimal downtime.
• This includes troubleshooting mechanical issues, performing preventive maintenance, and assisting in machinery upgrades or modifications according to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Dismantled machinery or equipment.
• Assembled, installed and aligned equipment and machinery. Moved machinery and equipment
• Constructed foundation for machines
• Executed pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical repairs.
• Performed planned maintenance on machinery & equipment.
• Fitted, inspected, tested, and repaired MCC, circuits & wiring systems and electrical equipment.
• Installed and commissioned machinery and equipment. Repair electrical circuitry and components. Test units to evaluate electrical & mechanical operations
• Add and update SCADA interface with PLC systems (where needed)
• Managing a team

Qualifications

• Four to five years relevant experience within the manufacturing environment.
• Technical Trade or NTC.
• Red Seal Certificate Millwright

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Overview

• The successful candidate will supervise the activities of a group of skilled and semi-skilled employees engaged in performing a variety of production or assembly operations. Responsible for the training of controllers and some supervisors. Normally reports to Unit HOD.

Responsibilities

• Planning, coordinating, and supervising daily bread production activities / processes to ensure production targets are achieved.
• Managing and leading production teams to drive performance, productivity, and adherence to operational standards.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, hygiene, and health and safety requirements.
• Monitoring production processes and implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime, waste, and product losses.
• Driving continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
• Managing staffing, attendance, training, and performance of employees within the production area including:
• Time & Attendance,
• Leave Management,
• Recruitment and selection,
• Disciplinary actions,
• Engagement,
• Temporary Employees management and cost control
• Ensuring optimal utilization of raw materials, equipment, and labour resources.
• Monitoring stock control processes and implementing preventative measures to minimize stock losses and variances.
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure seamless production planning and customer service delivery.
• Supporting and maintaining a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Continuous Business Improvement initiatives to improve efficiencies.
• Ensure product quality and reporting of quality inefficiencies or challenges.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years managerial experience within the manufacturing / operations environment in FMCG industry
• Computer skills including SAP and MS Office
• HACCP, GMP's, health, safety and hygiene compliance
• Degree / National Diploma in Production / Operations Management or Engineering
• Leadership skills
• Sound understanding and application of safety, health & hygiene in a production environment
• Sound understanding of controlled Food manufacturing production processes
• Differentiating Competencies Required
• Completed a Food Technology / Engineering / Production / Operations related Degree / Diploma
• Sound understanding of application of preventative maintenance principles/practices
• Experience to optimize people, plant, machinery and equipment
• Management of a team
• Experience in structured stock take and cycle counts including backflushing and adhering to BOM's
• Experience in planning staff and materials to achieve production targets as per budget
• Experience and exposure to production efficiency in a highly pressurized environment with tight deadlines
• Experience to optimized raw material stock levels in FMCG environment
• Implement new processes and procedures to improve efficiency

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Overview

• Various admin & operations duties

Responsibilities

• Daily stock takes (dispatch and production)
• Creating po’s for all departments except maintenance
• Diesel and gas ordering
• Parking of journals
• Daily attendance for frontline
• Petty cash journal
• Monthly stock takes
• Checking for orders for bakeries, goods issue and printing
• Office book: staff sales and pig farmer
• Banking
• Moving stock for backflushing
• Scanning invoices for Aeroton
• Bags usages spreadsheet
• Ordering of monthly office refreshments and stationery
• Booking boardroom for meetings
• Backup for Maintenance job cards
• Bread recon report
• Damages report
• Backup for reception
• SACO facial recognition backup
• MyHub checking
• MyTemp
• Safety meetings rep
• Booking of courier
• Posting of scrapings on stock
• Petty cash journal

Qualifications

• Matric certificate
• Strong numerical skills
• SAP experience
• Code 8 drivers license
• Stocks background
• Microsoft package experience (Excel, Word)

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Overview

• Call off raw and packaging material from approved suppliers. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure uninterrupted supply to all relevant production plants. Manage ageing stock through the supply chain to ensure minimum impact on write offs

Responsibilities

• Manage Key Stakeholder Interaction
• Optimise Material Management
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of data in SAP system (MRP Parameters) and document processes to ensure consistency
• Track and monitor supplier performance against agreed KPI’s
• Track and manage all on cost to materials
• Control packaging and raw material call offs,
• Control order book & expedited deliveries of supplies.
• Monthly communication to supplier of the updated forecast
• Control inventory levels
• Control material obsolescence risk
• Verify production plan and communicate material shortages in advance

Qualifications

• 4 years relevant experience and competent against the CAP Guide
• MRP Planning Preparation
• Optimise Material Management
• Manage Key Stakeholder Interaction
• Manage Materials Planning Processes
• Relevant Diploma or National Certificate in Supply / Production Planning

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Overview

• To ensure maximum plant availability, reliability, and optimal manufacturing performance through the effective execution of electrical and mechanical preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• The role is responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing electro‑mechanical equipment, attending to breakdowns, executing planned maintenance, and safely commissioning equipment to required engineering and food safety standards.
• The position supports continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving equipment efficiency, reducing downtime, and enhancing asset life, while complying with all EHS, GMP, and statutory requirements

Responsibilities

Fault Diagnosis & Breakdown Response

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults using structured problem‑solving techniques (e.g. 5 Whys, RCA). (Execute / Decide)
• Interpret electrical diagrams, PLC I/O signals (basic level), and mechanical drawings to identify failures. (Execute)
• Respond to plant breakdowns to restore equipment functionality within required MTTR targets. (Execute)
• Escalate complex faults to relevant specialists where required. (Consult / Inform)

Planned, Preventative & Predictive Maintenance

• Execute scheduled preventative and condition‑based maintenance in line with maintenance plans and OEM standards. (Execute)
• Perform inspections, adjustments, replacements, and testing on electro‑mechanical equipment to prevent unplanned downtime. (Execute)
• Record all maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS. (Execute)

Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance

• Maintain and repair motors, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, valves, sensors, and basic control systems. (Execute)
• Perform electrical installations, terminations, testing, and fault finding within scope of a Millwright trade. (Execute)
• Assist with equipment modifications, upgrades, and installations. (Execute / Consult)

Equipment Commissioning & Continuous Improvement

• Assist with commissioning and re‑commissioning of equipment following maintenance, breakdowns, or projects. (Execute)
• Identify improvement opportunities to reduce downtime, improve reliability, and enhance safety. (Consult)
• Participate in root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives. (Execute / Consult)

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Adhere to all EHS, food safety, AIB, and statutory requirements. (Execute)
• Ensure lock‑out, tag‑out, electrical safety, and permit procedures are followed at all times. (Execute)
• Close out safety actions, near misses, and audit findings within agreed timelines. (Execute)

Operational & Team Support

Documentation

• Provide technical support to production teams to optimize equipment performance. (Consult)
• Assist with training and mentorship of apprentices and operators. (Consult)
• Provide standby, weekend, and after‑hours support as operationally required. (Execute)
• Maintain accurate records of work performed.
• Follow safety and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications & Experience
• Qualified Trade Tested Millwright.
• N4 Engineering qualification (Electrical/Mechanical) or equivalent.
• Minimum 3–5 years post–trade test experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault‑finding capability.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and basic PLC logic.
• Experience working on motors, drives, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills (advantageous).
• Familiarity with preventative and predictive maintenance methodologies.
• Knowledge of EHS, food safety, and statutory engineering standards.
• Computer literate with working knowledge of CMMS ( Maintenance Managemnet systems) /SAP and MS Office.
• Accountable for assigned technical assets and plant equipment.
• Physical: Ability to lift up to 12 – 25 kg and work in industrial environments.
• Other: Medical fitness is compulsory.

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Overview

• To provide and maintain a working environment that is safe and risk-free by safely performing plant and machinery maintenance (electrical, mechanical, facilities & PLC program) as per PEPSICO and OHS Act requirements, maintenance strategies include Planned, Corrective and Proactive Maintenance.
• Perform routine inspections, lubrication, and adjustments to prevent breakdowns and ensure smooth operation weld, fabricate, or modify parts for machinery. Adhere to safety regulations and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.

Responsibilities

Equipment Installation & Maintenance

• Install, dismantle, assemble, align, and commission mechanical and electrical equipment according to OEM and site requirements.
• Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical equipment, motors, conveyors, blowers, compressors, pumps, and gearboxes.
• Perform mechanical & electrical fault-finding on motors, sensors, control circuits, starters, and related equipment.
• Ensure equipment operates safely and reliably.

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

• Complete planned, preventive, and corrective mechanical and electrical maintenance to minimize breakdowns and downtime.
• Conduct fault-finding on mechanical, electrical, and control systems and carry out repairs within competency.
• Maintain a monthly PM completion rate above 95% and close SAP PM job cards on time.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Comply with all site safety, QFS, EHS, LOTO, and permit requirements.
• Complete required training and toolbox talks.
• Report hazards and near misses, participate in Gemba walks, and maintain good housekeeping.

Documentation & Reporting

• Accurately record maintenance activities, inspections, electrical/mechanical repairs, and equipment history in SAP/CMMS.
• Close out assigned MESS, FCAP, audit, and inspection findings within required timeframes.
• Maintain accurate records of critical spares and maintenance materials.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve mechanical and electrical equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency.
• Support root-cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with improvements to motors, sensors, control systems, and machine automation where required.

Cost & Resource Management

• Use maintenance resources, spares, tools, and materials responsibly and cost-effectively.
• Support AOP targets and initiatives to reduce repeat failures and unnecessary costs.

Teamwork & Communication

• Coordinate maintenance activities with Production, Electricians, and other maintenance disciplines.
• Communicate equipment status, priorities, and outstanding work effectively.
• Provide technical support during breakdowns, start-ups, and planned shutdowns.

Qualifications

• Matric/N3 Mechanical/Electrical Trade Theory/ Millwright Trade Test Certificate (Red Seal) required.
• Welding knowledge and experience; basic to intermediate metal fabrication skills.
• Minimum 5 years’ mechanical maintenance experience; FMCG/FMEA experience advantageous.
• Strong mechanical and electrical background with basic PLC automation experience.
• Leadership experience and ability to mentor or supervise team members.
• Experience with SAP, Food Safe Welding, and milling equipment is an advantage.
• Install, repair, and maintain mechanical systems, pumps, conveyors, and rotating equipment.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including fault-finding and component replacement.
• Align shafts, pulleys, sprockets and couplings for efficient machine operation.
• Read and interpret mechanical & Electrical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Conduct routine inspections, lubrication, and vibration analysis to prevent breakdowns.
• Diagnose equipment failures and recommend corrective actions; strong troubleshooting and MTTR focus.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety standards and environmental compliance.
• Apply Hot Work, Confined Space, and Work-at-Height permit procedures; perform LOTO safely.
• Identify hazards and implement control measures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Prioritize maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and meet deadlines.
• Communicate effectively in reporting faults, handovers, and documentation.
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and perform basic rigging safely.
• Perform EHS and Quality compliance tasks as required.
• Be eligible to perform compliance tasks as per EHS and QFS requirements.
• Be prepared to work shifts/standby/callouts and/or overtime to meet production demands.
• Driver’s licence and own transport required

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Responsibilities

What we’re looking for:

• This role looks to develop and implement sensory and consumer research strategies that inform product design decisions across innovation, brand stewardship, renovation, Design to Value (DtV), product superiority, and portfolio transformation initiatives. The role will primarily support the Grains & Bakeries and Beverages categories in South Africa, with support provided to selected priority projects across Middle East and Africa as required.
• The role looks to leverage global and local sensory and consumer research capabilities, integrating product insights with deep technical expertise to support the Foods and Beverages R&D organization in delivering consumer-relevant, insight-driven solutions. It will partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders to embed human centricity throughout the product development process, translate consumer learning into clear and actionable recommendations, and support decision-making against consumer, technical, and business objectives.
• The role will also contribute to strengthening the team’s research capabilities by scanning emerging advancements in sensory and consumer research and staying current with evolving methodologies and best practices. This will enable the team to adopt relevant research approaches that respond to changing consumer needs and generate meaningful, actionable insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to implement the global Consumer Science innovation research roadmap, ensuring local alignment with the Technical Stage Gate (TSG) process.
• Develop integrated research plans that span Gates 2 to 4 of the TSG process, using strategic thinking to align key stakeholders across R&D, Consumer Insights, and Marketing.
• Localize and apply global Consumer Science processes and protocols to drive efficiency in terms of time and cost across supported teams.
• Support the implementation and advocacy of the Consumer Science team’s vision and mission in collaboration with the Consumer Science Manager.
• Deliver actionable insights through the interpretation of both qualitative and quantitative consumer research, supporting current and future R&D initiatives. Effectively communicate implications to senior leadership, including up to LG2 executives.
• Mentor and coach Consumer Science team members to build capability and promote best-in-class research practices aligned with broader business priorities.
• Coordinate with Consumer Science peers and external research partners to ensure appropriate resource allocation, test design, and deployment in line with best practice standards.

Qualifications

What will qualify you for the role:

• An advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in a relevant scientific discipline such as Psychology, Food Science, or Sensory Science is preferred, with a strong theoretical foundation in test design, research methodologies, and statistical analysis techniques.
• Relevant work experience in sensory or consumer research/insights, ideally within a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment.
• Experience expectations may vary based on academic background (e.g., 2–3 years with a Master’s degree, 5+ years with a Bachelor’s degree).

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Overview

• Own the end-to-end sales administration engine for the bakery: lead the tele sales team, ensure 100% accurate order capture, finalize the daily production order on time, maintain robust administrative controls, and safeguard master data quality in the DRM system—while producing and circulating clear sales reports (daily, weekly, monthly) that support informed decisions across Sales, Production, and Distribution.
• Responsibilities
• Accountabilities are statements of the important end results which the job must achieve. These statements should relate to an end result or objective which must be accomplished and against which some measurement of performance can be applied.

Practical Tips:

Telesales & Order Management

• Lead, schedule, and coach the tele sales team; run daily huddles aligned to service targets and order cut-off times.Ensure all customer orders, changes, and cancellations are captured accurately and timeously.Validate pricing, discounts, pack sizes, delivery days, and route allocations before order release.Resolve order queries and service issues; escalate demand spikes or short-supply risks early.

Production Order Finalization

• Reconcile the final order vs. forecast and capacity; lock and release the production order by cut-off.Communicate final mix/volume changes to Production, Dispatch, and Distribution.Track variances (forecast vs. actual; plan vs. bake; bake vs. load) and initiate corrective actions.

Controls, Governance & Audit Readiness

• Enforces controls on pricing/discount approvals, order amendments, returns/credits, and document completeness.Maintain audit-ready records (deal sheets, approvals, change logs, return notes) and run weekly control checks.Monitor credit risk flags (e.g., stop supply lists) and ensure compliance with company policy.

Master Data Management (DRM)

• Own customer, IDC customer route/day, delivery frequency, and trading-term master data in DRM.Prevent duplicates and stale data; run scheduled integrity checks and exception reports.Train the team on DRM standards and serve as first-line support for DRM issues, escalating to VSC where needed.

Reporting & Analytics (Daily / Weekly / Monthly)

• Build, maintain, and automate (where possible) a reporting pack covering:- Daily: Orders vs. capacity, order accuracy %, cut-off compliance, bake plan vs. dispatch, service level/hit-rate, urgent variances, major returns/spoils flags.- Weekly: Volume by brand/pack/route, price/discount utilization, customer gains/losses, returns/spoils trends, service gaps, depot/IDC performance, market activities.- Monthly: Sales vs. target, mix and margin analysis, promo performance, customer growth/churn, control exceptions, DRM data quality scorecard.Distribute reports to Sales, Production, Distribution, Finance, and Leadership per cadence. Proactively highlight risks/opportunities and recommend actions.

People Leadership

• Set clear KPIs, run coaching and side-by-side call reviews, and conduct formal performance reviews.Build bench strength (cross-training on routes, DRM, reporting); manage attendance and shift coverage.Embed a culture of accuracy, urgency, customer focus, and continuous improvement.
• Stakeholder Management & Communication
• Interface daily with Production Planning, Dispatch, Distribution, Finance, DRM, and Depot Managers.Communicate supply constraints, substitutions, recovery plans to Sales and key customers.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Order accuracy % (first-time-right), order amendment rate, cut-off compliance %.
• Service level/hit-rate %, on-time order processing.
• Production order released on time (daily), plan vs. bake variance, bake vs. dispatch variance.
• Pricing/discount exceptions resolved within SLA, valid approvals on file.
• DRM data integrity score and age of open fixes.
• Report timeliness and defect rate.
• Tele sales QA score, coaching compliance, absenteeism within threshold

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma/Degree in Business Administration, Sales Management, Supply Chain, or related.
• 3–5 years’ sales admin/tele sales/order management experience (FMCG/bakery preferred).
• 1–2 years’ supervisory experience leading teams in a high-volume environment.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas; Power Query/Power BI advantageous).
• Experience with DRM and ERP (SAP) and telephony/CRM tools.

Technical & Behavioural Competencies

• Technical: Order management, DRM/master data, reporting & analytics, control frameworks, basic forecasting.
• Behavioral: Detail-driven, decisive under pressure, strong communicator, stakeholder savvy, continuous improvement mindset, integrity and compliance orientation, coaching leadership style

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Overview

• Receiving and issuing of prodcuts.

Responsibilities

• Stock control
• Daily reconciliation
• Daily management of sales
• Handling of customer queries

Qualifications

• 2 years relevant experience (Distribution Environment)
• Grade 12

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Overview

• Packing of routes as per load sheet.

Responsibilities

• Checking of load sheets
• Moving of product as instructed by Clerk Stock Control
• General assistance with the dispatch department

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role will be advantageous (Distribution Environment)

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Overview

• Co-ordinates the activities of the bakery in order to meet the Plant performance, Quality, EHS, Sustainability and Service standards required. Ensures the efficient use of manpower equipment, and materials.

The key performance areas are:

• Enable the cluster to remain competitive by optimizing plant MOH (Manufacturing overheads) costs and production efficiencies.
• Optimize service levels to customers.
• Drive product quality, ensure food safety standards are met and actively driving safety standards in all units.
• Drive Sustainability agenda at Bakeries.

Responsibilities

• The management of quality product through continual monitoring of the line performance through the optimization of quality vs. cost relationship.
• Effective utilisation of labour hours to maximise product yields and minimise breakage and waste.
• Ensure that adequate staffing is available to execute operational plans and that manning levels are at specification.
• Ensure that development and training needs of FLEs and direct reports are fulfilled.
• Ensure that discipline is maintained through the effective use of the disciplinary code and adherence to the PepsiCo Code of Conduct.
• Maximise quality cases produced per hour.
• Accurately compile and analyse daily production line reports in a timely manner.
• Evaluate and categorize all downtime occurring during a shift.
• Prepare a weekly performance report and feedback performance-related issues to the site leadership team.
• Analyze the weekly direct cost variance report and reconcile previous production week performance to standard.
• Check and ensure that all housekeeping, food safety and occupational safety standards are adhered to.
• Improve plant audit performance and work environment.
• Direct supervisory staff (FLMs) in identifying and correcting any unsafe conditions.
• Identify opportunities to improve production processes and/or operating methods.
• Improve on all quality weak link targets in AOP.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Ops/Production/Engineering Management or equivalent
• Knowledge of quality assurance standards and systems.
• Computer literate (Access and MS Office)
• Knowledge of safety regulations
• Sound Employee relations knowledge
• Successfully works with others in a Management role: Quality, Facilities, Engineering, Raw Materials Stores and Distribution.
• Minimum 5 years' experience within a manufacturing environment of which at least 3 years at managerial level.

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Overview

• Ensures the accuracy and integrity of laboratory testing through effective calibration and maintenance of testing equipment. Applies critical thinking, resilience, and problem-solving skills to address emerging issues and implement sustainable improvements.
• Collaborates proactively with stakeholders to drive compliance, support business objectives, and ensure all products meet food safety and quality requirements. Demonstrates agility, strong relationship-building capabilities, and disciplined execution in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical testing on raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with quality and food safety standards.
• Manage laboratory data, including analysis, trending, reporting, and interpretation of results.
• Perform calibration, verification, and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure testing accuracy and reliability.
• Manage laboratory chemical and consumable inventories to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Participate in quarterly on-site proficiency testing programs to maintain laboratory capability and credibility.
• Ensure compliance with Quality, Food Safety, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), legal, and company requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities, leading projects, and partnering with relevant stakeholders.
• Apply problem-solving and root cause analysis methodologies to resolve critical issues and prevent recurrence.
• Promote a strong Quality and Food Safety culture through teamwork, collaboration, and proactive engagement across the site.

Qualifications

• Diploma: Food Technology/ Biotechnology (or equivalent in experience)
• 1 year Laboratory Experience
• Data management
• Computer Literacy
• Written & Oral communication

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Overview

• Oversee the loading and offloading of all products arriving at and leaving warehouse and / or depots

Responsibilities

• Communication with Stock Controllers regarding duties.
• Planning of duties and activities according to truck loading sequence 
• Accuracy by ensuring the correct stock is loaded on each truck
• Timeous working by ensuring that stock is loaded as per schedule to avoid late deliveries.
• Best practices with FIFO (to ensure good stock flow) 

Qualifications

• Matric is essential
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Familiarity with local streets, neighborhoods, and routes
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• The ability to work flexible hours.
• The ability to lift heavy objects.
• Strong work ethic.