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Overview

• Assist with trial protocols and issue to key stakeholders post alignment with R&D Technologist / R&D Manager 
• Assist with organizing and execute assigned research and development projects for SA R&D team. (Calendar Delivery) covering work streams ranging from very limited partial autonomous ownership through to transactional and hoc delivery. 
• Support the R&D Technologist across the relevant product platform to deliver low complexity projects. Specifically focused on execution of prototype to support around pilot plant trials. 

Support the R&D technologist to execute production trials for low complexity projects and report trial results to R&D Manager utilizing the TSG methodology:  

• Define and align trial protocols which is pre-aligned with the R&D technologist.  
• Communicate trial request with relevant stakeholders and support the setup of pre-trial meetings.  
• Attend pilot plant and factory trials as and when needed by the R&D technologist.  

Responsibilities

Responsible for routine analytical and product quality tests.  

• Lead base product collection from the production lines for development at pilot plant level 
• Collaborate with product developers 
• Supporteffective work in the pilot plant keeping GMP andgeneral good hygiene practices in place. 
• Support R&D Tech/ New EHS representative on EHS initiatives (both local and onsite requirements- a few of which areadhoc) 
• Online training to enhance business knowledge 
• Conduct seasoning applications, ensuring in specification salt results are attained 

Conduct following Laboratory tests: 

• Salt Analysis
• Oil Analysis
• Bulk Density Analysis
• Particle Size Analysis
• Moisture Analysis  

Other project support areas 

• Compile project timelines and communicate to relevant teams to ensure required equipment and resources are available for use 
• Execute scale-up activities within PepsiCo owned Production Plants and pre-selected Co-manufacturers by working closely with Project lead 
• Deliver concise,accurateand complete reporting on projects to Line Manager and Project Teams, with guidance on recommendations for ingredient, formulae and process conditions  
• Draft R&D technical data such as artwork specifications, processspecificationsand finished pack standards with approval from Project Manager  
• Work with Regulatory to ensure legal compliance

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification:

• Successfully completed the Theoretical part of their studies in scientific field with > 60% Average and in there last year of studies. (Biochemistry, Food Technology or Engineering)  
• South African citizen  
• Good technical and analytical skills, basic knowledge of statistics, ability to interpret data and distil into useful and actionable information  
• Supportive team player with an accurate, methodical, tidy and reliable approach  
• Excellent people skills  
• Results driven, demonstrate an ability to persevere and provide timely and direct feedback to others  
• High degree of self-motivation combined with good organisational and interpersonal skills  
• Eager to learn and use initiative, self-starter  
• Ability to work independently and to deal with change and increasing complexity  
• Integrity, Safeguard the Company’s designs, formulations, processes and reputation in all matters  
• Driving License will be an advantage.

Preferred Qualification:

• Ability to collaborate and communicate well within the R&D team and when needed with selected multiple business functions including SC/OPS, Commercialization and external partners (eg. CFAM, Clextral , Schaaf)  
• Effective negotiation skills to ensure equitable use of shared resources. 
• Have an up to date knowledge of technology and be able to absorb and apply this knowledge 
• Creative thinking, be able to generate creative, workable ideas within the scope of projects.  
• Results driven, demonstrate an ability to persevere. 
• Ability to be able to work independently and to deal with change and increasing complexity.  
• Self starter, self-motivating.

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Responsibilities

What we are looking for: We are looking for a Site Security Coordinator: Eastern Cape, who will be based at Britos Bakery. 

• As directed by the Business Unit leadership, the Global Security Director (SA) and in collaboration with the PepsiCo Office of Global Security, ensure that the premises allocated to, benefit from effective and sustainable security programs that mitigate risk to our people, assets and objectives while protecting PepsiCo Brands.
• Execute operational implementation of strategic planning as directed by Security Director – Global Security (SA) in conjunction with Area Security Manager and/or Assistant area Security Manager
• Physically located in Brittos Bakery, Eastern Cape, South Africa, the role would serve as a Business Unit asset in responding to all emerging security risks and incidents on the allocated and dedicated premises.
• Role will be responsible for the protection of our people and Assets in Eastern Cape. Three (3) Premises . FTE of  550.

Accountabilities: 

• In line with the Country broader strategy, implement the Site Security Plan to identify, assess and mitigate risks to PepsiCo’s associates, facilities, proprietary information, and brand/reputation.
• Form part of the Site Crisis ManagementTeam, with execution of security functions as part of the Business Continuity Plans of the premises.
• Ensure that the premises is compliant with the Site security plan (technological ,Procedural, Manned guarding ,Architectural )
• Maintain strong working relationships with, and provide consultation to, local management teams.
• Plan and oversee periodic security self-assessments and bi-annual security risk assessment on the premises in order to identify critical vulnerabilities and to assist in closing these risks through cost-effective, best practice security enhancements.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with national and local security, emergency response, law enforcement, and regulatory authorities as well as with security managers of other large multinational companies.
• Ensure compliance with PepsiCo EMEA Security Risk Management System and supporting standards and procedures.
• Assist in delivering security awareness for PepsiCo associates and training programs to security associates.
• Advise and assist before, during and after security incidents, including on-the-spot risk assessments and security advice to site leaders.
• Assist the Area Security Manager/Asst Area Security Manager in implementing security plans to strengthen the protection of our supply chain (Make/Move/Sell).
• Assist the Area Security Manager/Asst Area Security Manager in implementing security plans to strengthen the protection of our supply chain (Make/Move/Sell).
• Assist in Conducting and coordinate investigations to include counterfeit, extortion, contamination of our products, loss reduction, kidnapping, robberies, Speak Up, fraud, corruption, and security threats against the country’s interests and associates.
• During strike operations or labor disputes provide training to security guards and employees in strike protocols.
• Oversee security guard companies to leverage economies of scale and lower costs. Implement and manage a effective KPI management system in accordance with Sector Security, and evaluate the service provided by the 3P Security providers on a monthly basis.
• Manage the 3P Security Providers and evaluate their service on a monthly basis according to the set KPI’s.
• Ensure the continued professional development of his/her security team, to include the identification of suitable individuals in longer-term succession planning.
• Implementation of all Security Policies, Plans and Site SOP’s
• Report Incidents immediately to Line Manager and ensure compiling of reports according to Security Policies.
• To review the recording of CCTV on a daily basis to ensure that there are no irregularities.
• In conjunction with Control Room Co-ordinator provide the required evidence in the event of any security incident and support EHS on any Safety Incidents evidence if and when required

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a dynamic and rapidly expanding business environment;
• A minimum of 5 years of working experience; 3 years Security experience in private sector (preferably industrial sectors) with accountabilities and key measures listed above;
• Knowledge of best security practices, principles and objectives;
• Well-refined interpersonal skills;
• Security PSIRA ( Grade A) qualification.
• A working proficiency of written and spoken English.
• Ability to work among a team of peers.
• Ability to work in a challenging environment and to be connected 24/7.
• Excellent organizational skills to be able to prioritize responsibilities meet deadlines and work in a multi-task environment

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Job Overview:

• Operates floor scrubber machine according to the SOP and operating guidelines for the intended output and function, while maintaining EHS and QFS standards.
• Conducts and completes all machine checks and ensures that optimal functioning and output is achieved.
• Reports on any equipment malfunctions or breakdowns.
• Completion of records: Cleaning register.
• Ensure that all factory areas are covered as per the schedule, including cold rooms.
• Follow SOP for the process engaged in.
• Adherence to all EHS and QFS Standards.  
• Ensure quality standards and report deviations.
• Maintain cleanliness and good housekeeping of work area/station.
• Ad hoc Tasks.

Qualifications

• Matric/Equivalent Qualification

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Job Overview:

• To represent the brand positively and help market our product to new audiences in order to increase brand awareness and sales.
• Administer trade marketing admin
• Compile sales statistics and reports
• Co-ordinate and administer quality complaints and retail queries
• Representing the brand positively in a multitude of settings
• Assisting in content creation (i.e. writing blogs, newsletters, product reviews, etc.)
• Participating in event marketing
• Generating brand awareness through word-of-mouth marketing
• Being an opinion leader in his/her community
• Providing feedback and insight on new products/services
• Promoting the brand via social media accounts

Qualifications

• Matric
• Sales/Marketing qualification or equivalent will be advantageous
• At least 1 years’ experience in sales or customer services
• Marketing products to potential customers
• Experience in cold selling and promotional work

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Job Overview:

• At Worcester Dried Fruit Plant, the successful candidate will operate manufacturing/production/packaging machinery and equipment according to the SOP and operating guidelines for the intended output and function, while maintaining EHS and QFS standards.
• Conducts and completes all operational machine checks and ensures that optimal functioning and output is achieved.
• Completion of records: traceability, operator checklist, big 4 and cleaning documents.
• Works to achieve production and output targets set to the correct quality standards. 
• Reports on any equipment malfunctions or breakdowns.
• Adherence 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.