Job Vacancies at PepsiCo

Overview

• Responsible for ensuring that products are accurately loaded, unloaded, checked, and dispatched to customers or distribution centres on time.
• The role supports warehouse and supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Load and offload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Pick and prepare orders for dispatch.
• Ensure the correct stock and quantities are loaded onto delivery vehicles.
• Perform stock rotation using FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principles.
• Maintain housekeeping and cleanliness within the dispatch area.
• Conduct quality checks on products before dispatch.
• Follow health, safety, and food safety standards.
• Work shifts, overtime, weekends, and public holidays when required

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 or equivalent qualification.
• 1–2 years' experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or dispatch environment.
• Good physical fitness and ability to handle manual loading tasks.
• Attention to detail and ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

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Overview

• The main purpose is primarily to ensure that all plant equipment is functioning or operating at high levels of reliability and are maintained periodically as scheduled and all breakdowns are resolved soonest in order to ensure maximum plant availability as well as ensuring that the factory meets its key KPIs which include but are not limited to volume and quality compliance, costs and downtime reduction.

Responsibilities

• Set up welding machines based on the job at hand or using a Welding Procedure Specification.
• Read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements.
• Ability to on all types of welding inclusive of MIG and TIG weld for steel, aluminum, mild and stainless steel components based on the specifications of the blueprints and/or drawings.
• Welds precision or close tolerance parts and assemblies
• Reworks and repairs parts and assemblies.
• Maintains welds on various items using a variety of welding processes and positions.
• Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards.
• Follow, create and help maintain Welding Procedure Specifications.
• Ability to test welding quality and integrity.
• Assist in breakdowns requiring welding and modifications.
• Assemble items/profiles from drawings.
• Keep work areas clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities.
• Follow all company rules and policies.
• Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task.
• Follow all safety rules and quality standards.
• Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Proper storage of finished fabricated products.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs and uses.
• Uphold all ISO and OSHA standards applicable to the responsibilities above.

Administration and Document Completion

• Maintaining a record of all the maintenance work that has been conducted on the machinery.
• Complete daily shift reports.
• Ensures that parts and spares are in stock for welding activities
• Performing Standby and Shift duties in line with operational requirements.

Qualifications

• N3 and Trade in Welding
• 5 years post-apprenticeship experience in FMCG environment
• Good knowledge of GMP
• Team player
• Ability to work with a diverse workforce

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Overview

• Deliviring our product to the customers/ IDC depo’s.

Responsibilities

• Zero speed / Traffic related fines
• Responsible for initial fault finding on vehicle breakdowns, including tyre changes
• Reporting of defects
• Responsible for safety of vehicles and adhere to good driving practices
• Inspecting of tyres before every trip
• Feul comcumption at agreed standard must be kept

Qualifications

• Code 14 drivers license, with PDP and 2 years experience

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Overview

• The full Mechanical maintenance and repair agenda is executed within Pepsico engineering standards across the entire site that new artisans are fully integrated into the engineering structure and ways of work.
• Ensure seamless interaction between critical stakeholders in the manufacturing environment. Ensure proper guidance, training, competency assessments and sign offs are done for new apprentices. Continuous improvement initiatives requiring mechanical skills and competence are delivered

Responsibilities

• Single point of accountability for the condition and performance of all mechanical equipment and infrastructure on the Krugersdorp Mill site
• Serves as a lead mechanical on repairing, installing, replacing and testing mechanical, equipment and applications
• Siagnoses and performs complex mechanical maintenance and repairs on a variety of mechanical (process, packing, palletising and compressors and dryers)
• Supports the site Utilities maintenance team with mechanical work
• Serforms mechanical preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on a variety of mechanical equipment
• Srovides troubleshooting and demand maintenance work on variety of equipment and systems along with other equipment related to production and facility operations
• Collaborates and coaches shift apprentice to troubleshoot analog/ digital hardware problems on various systems
• Conduct tests to troubleshoot and test transformers, motors switchgear and other mechanical devices for defects
• Review and updates equipment maintenance schedule requests and specification changes through engineering planner
• Diagnoses and corrects mechanical systems and equipment malfunctions, test, adjust, sequence, sychronise and align such systems and equipment as pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, bearings
• Spares review- complete new spares request in line with special purchase requests raised during planned maintenance and shutdown work
• Participate in problem solving for complex mechanical engineering processes and mechanical work with manufacturing departments, sub-contractors, suppliers and customers
• Generates reports on equipment failures, modification request and specification chages
• Document control, updates and review equipment manuals and standards
• Reports weekly/monthly on work done, time spent on each assignment, spares used, resources employed

Continous improvement

• Complete equipment modifications request including specifications and drawing proposal
• Complete continuous improvement initiatives to support equipment reliability, EHS, and food safety agenda
• Tracks and documents improvement initiatives executes and process improvement challenges when they arise
• Responsible for on the job induction of new apprentices in the business
• Facilitate and coaches mechanical apprentices on site
• Ensures that proper guidance is given, training, competency assessments using portfolios of evidence and sign off are done for new apprentices until they are fully qualified
• Independence of execution
• Set-up lead problem solving sessions with electricians
• Complete key equipment repairs and breakdown support on critical equipment
• Assist shift teams with troubleshooting
• Complete equipment modifications motivation for approval
• Review with the maintenance planner schedules based on equipment performance
• Driving the completion of IPS starfleet action plan

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in the repair of mechanical and process equipment to include procedures for the diagnosing malfunctions as well as the operation of equipment
• Thorough knowledge of GEHMS and accepted occupational safety and health practices and principles to include safety and equipment design regulations

Behavioural skill

• The person should be self starter with innovative abilities
• The person must have analytical abilities to resolve mechanical plant breakdowns with permanent solution
• The endurance level of this individual must be above average because of long hours and sometimes physical activities
• Ability to work stand by and call outs
• The person must be a team player with ability to communicate precisely and engage different stakeholder

Qualifications

• N4 Mechanical engineering/ Fitter qualification
• Trade test
• Minimum 3 years maintenance experience in the FMCG environment
• Computer literate with knowledge of MS Office and maintenance software( CMMS Systems- SAP)

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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

• To supervise the performance and maintenance of the activities of the van sales representatives in order to achieve maximum profitability and growth in accordance with organization plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Gate Meetings before Market daily
• Focus agenda in terms of Performance MTD, Execution and Discipline KPI’s
• Coaching, Mentoring and Motivation of Van Sales Representatives
• In-Market coaching of Van Sales Representatives
• Ensuring 100% hit rate of outlets within route
• Individual In Market visits with customers to address specific issues
• Business development and growth of customer base
• Attend meetings as and when required
• Formulate and execute effective action plans to drive growth and increase market share
• Pivot strategic directions and align change
• Conduct regular training sessions with training team on critical business skills
• Conduct Performance reviews

Qualifications

• 3 year Business / Commercial Tertiary qualification or equivalent
• 3 years working experience in FMCG environment, with 1 year in a selling role / selling experience
• Valid drivers license

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Overview

• To electrically and mechanically maintain site machinery. To do planned and preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Dismantled machinery or equipment
• Assembled, installed and aligned equipment and machinery
• Moved machinery and equipment
• Constructed foundation for machines
• Repaired and lubricated machinery and equipment
• Repaired basic electrical circuitry and components
• Tested units to evaluate electrical & mechanical operations
• Set programmable logical circuits (PLC's)

Qualifications

• Matric Millwright trade test certificate
• 3-5 years relevant experience
• Strong mechanical and electrical background
• VSD, PLC and automation experience
• Able to work in a team and independently

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Overview

• To accurately prepare and supply ingredients for production by receiving, sorting, and recording ingredients according to batch requirements, while ensuring compliance with stock control procedures, food safety standards, quality requirements, and workplace safety regulations to support efficient and safe production operations.

Responsibilities

• Receive pre-weighed ingredients from the storeroom
• Sort product by categories for different batches
• Ensure all packaging, damages, stock processes are followed (SOPs)
• Communication with supervisors regarding an issues on shift
• Record each batch number correctly per ingredient on the mixing sheet
• Adhere to food safety regulations to minimise risk to the product
• Follow all safety regulations accordingly (PPE, working safely etc.)

Qualifications

• Minimum: NQF 4 or Grade 12 or similar relevant qualification
• 1-2 years of manufacturing experience

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Overview

• Responsible for overseeing the safe operation and maintenance of the plant and the equipment. Ensuring that the relevant statutory regulations are adhered to (GMR2).
• Ensuring that preventative maintenance is implemented and upheld to enable maximum production availability and efficiency. To manage technical, process and internal projects and equipment upgrades and enhancements to achieve significant benefits.
• Control the maintenance and energy budget. Ensure occupational health, safety & environment standards are in place and upheld.

Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance plan upheld for maximum production uptime.
• Drive equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Investigate recurring equipment failures and identify root causes.
• Implement strategies to improve machine efficiency and overall equipment effectiveness.
• Ensure critical equipment remains operational and fit for purpose.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation and company standards.
• Fulfill responsibilities as a GMR 2(1) appointee where applicable.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure safe work practices.
• Ensure machinery safeguards, electrical installations, and statutory inspections are maintained.
• Manage contractor safety and permit-to-work systems.
• Lead, manage, coach, and develop artisans, technicians, and maintenance supervisors.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet operational requirements.
• Monitor employee performance and address poor performance where necessary.
• Prepare and manage maintenance budgets.
• Control maintenance expenditure and optimize costs.
• Monitor spare parts usage and inventory levels.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising reliability or safety.
• Ensure maintenance records and asset registers are accurate and up to date.
• Ensure reliable operation of utilities such as:
• Electrical systems
• Boilers
• Compressors
• Water treatment systems
• Fuel systems
• Develop and control maintenance budget, month by month.
• Implemented equipment upgrades and enhancements, including capex projects.
• Control consumables inventory of the maintenance department.
• People management and development.
• Continuous improvement projects to save on energy and maintenance costs and to increase thethroughput through the factory.

Qualifications

• Technical Trade or National Training Certificate – (National diploma or bachelor's degree in electricalengineering, mechanical engineering or equivalent)
• Government Certificate of Competency (GCC Factories) is advantageous.
• GMR 2(1) appointment eligibility and/or experience.Previous Experience:
• 7 to 10 years' maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment (FMCG).
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a management role.
• People management skills.
• Budget management.
• Safety background.

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Overview

• Responsible for managing maintenance inventory, spare parts, tools, and consumables to ensure maintenance teams have the resources required to carry out repairs and preventive maintenance activities efficiently. 

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and issue maintenance spare parts, tools, and consumables.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and stock levels.
• Monitor stock usage and reorder critical items when required.
• Conduct regular stock counts and inventory audits.
• Ensure proper storage and housekeeping within the maintenance store.
• Track and record the movement of parts and equipment.
• Raise purchase requisitions for stock replenishment.
• Liaise with suppliers and procurement teams regarding orders and deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and inventory control procedures.
• Prepare inventory and stock usage reports for management.
• Support maintenance planning by ensuring required parts are available for scheduled work.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate
• Experience in stock counts & balancing
• Strong numerical skills
• SAP experience
• Plant maintenance scheduling reporting

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Overview

• Operates manufacturing/production/packaging machinery and equipment according to the SOP and operating guidelines for the intended output and function, while maintaining EHS & QFS standards.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and completes all operational machine checks and ensure that optimal functioning and output is achieved.
• Completion of records: traceablility, operator checklist, OEE and cleaning documents.
• Accurate record keeping of stock on hand.
• Manage work in progress (batch rotation)
• Coordinate rework optimally to keep levels low.
• Works to achieve production and output targets set to the correct quality standards.
• Reports on any equipment malfunctions or breakdowns.
• Adherance to all EHS & QFS Standards.
• Follow SOP for the process engaged in.
• Ensure quality standards and report deviations.
• Maintain cleanliness and good housekeeping of work area/station.
• Ad hoc Tasks

Qualifications

• Matric/ Equivalent Qualification
• Relevant Experience in Fruit Business would be advantageous
• Attention to Detail: Ensures product quality and identifies defects early
• Reliability & Work Ethic: Consistently meets attendance and performance expectations
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment
• Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows through
• Adaptability: Responds positively to changing production demands
• Safety Awareness: Proactively adheres to and promotes safe work practices
• Communication Skills: Clearly communicates issues to supervisors or team members
• Efficiency Focus: Works productively while maintaining quality & safety standards

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Overview

• Accounts Payable Clerk – Invoice processing, Handling Queries, Statement reconciliation and Payment processing

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing accounts payable services to vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Investigates, tracks and reports all invoices, and processes them for payment.
• Check account balances and reconciles to vendor statements
• Follow-ups on invoice/payment discrepancies, and control vendor master data.
• Ensures timely and accurate payment of invoices.
• Report on overdue accounts status.
• Report on invalid liabilities impacting the P&L (GRIR)
• Sends follow-up inquiries on short paid invoices to vendors

Qualifications

• Matric
• National Diploma/Degree in a Finance related field
• MS Office
• Sap experience preferred
• 2-3 Years experience in Accounts Payable
• Work in a pressurised environment.
• Deadline driven.
• Quick learner & works efficiently.
• Organised & ability to prioritise.
• Attention to detail.
• Accuracy and completeness
• Time management
• Maintain a solid filing system

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Overview

• Monitoring of Variable Trade Allowance Spend
• Responsible to capture all Variable Trading Term agreements in SAP to ensure accurate provisions
• Responsible to calculate all rebate payments and rebate claim deductions in accordance with valid trading terms
• Process all rebate settlements for payment for approval & release by Trade Allowance Controller
• Compile monthly Rebate Recon for BU of responsibility for approval by Controller
• Handle Customer Variable Trade Allowance queries
• The trading term percentages determine the variable rebate accrual and this requires tremendous accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Responsible to create Rebate, Distribution & Growth agreements in SAP
• Compile Trade Agreement Summary
• Validate customer rebate deduction claims received from AR against trading terms
• Responsible to calculate all rebate settlements for payment
• Process all rebate settlements for payment for approval & release by Trade Allowance Controller
• Handle Customer Variable Trade Allowance queries
• Investigate and provide comments on monthly Rebate Recon discrepancies identified and execute corrective action
• Comply to Standard Operating Procedures, Service Level Agreements and policies
• Internal, External and SARS audits > Accountable & Executing Actions
• Park journals for FIFO & Variable Trade Allowance adjustments

Qualifications

• Qualification – Grade 12. Tertiary qualification would be advantegeous
• Commercial and Financial Acumen within an FMCG environment with at least 2 years experience
• Systems and Process Orientation
• Results Focussed
• Communication Skills (Written & Verbal)
• Technical Skills (MS Office, SAP)
• Ownership & Integrity
• Customer Centric Orientation
• Flexibility
• Ability to work under pressure