About PepsiCo

PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com.

Job Overview: The candidate will be senior to all artisans on site, providing assistance and specialized technical support. The role includes document creation, installation and repairs and expertise in fault finding and execution.

Installation and configuration:

• Install and configure electrical and automation systems, including industrial PCs, PLCs, and HMIs.

Maintenance and repair:

• Perform routine maintenance and emergency repairs on automated equipment to ensure uptime and efficiency.

Troubleshooting and debugging:

• Identify and resolve faults in automated systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and robotic systems.

Documentation:

• Create and maintain technical documentation, such as schematics, control panel designs, and calibration procedures.

Technical support:

• Provide support to production teams on the operation and maintenance of automated equipment.

System improvement:

• Collaborate with engineers to identify and implement improvements to processes and systems.

Key skills and qualifications

Technical proficiency:

• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, variable speed drives (VSDs), and other industrial control components.

Electrical and mechanical skills:

• A strong electrical background is essential, including the ability to read and create schematics and P&ID drawings.

Programming:

• Proficiency in programming and operating automation software, including standard PLC programming languages.

Problem-solving:

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose and fix complex system issues.

Communication:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills for reporting and working with different teams.

“PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer in line with the Employment Equity Act"