Frito Lay Careers – Packaging Machine Operator

Job Description:

The Packaging Machine Operator is responsible for setting up and operating assigned packaging machines and statistical scales to pack the optimum number of quality packages of product. A key component of PepsiCo’s success, Frito-Lay has been making the very best snacks for over 80 years. Classic Lay’s(r), Cheetos(r), and Doritos(r) are just a few of the products that you would help us produce in one of our manufacturing facilities. Although you will start out working for Frito-Lay, this job can open the door to career opportunities with our parent company, PepsiCo.

Job Responsibilities:

• You will perform basic preventative maintenance on packaging machines such as cleaning or switching out knives and blades, pull-belts, tape machines, or rollers, depending on the need.
• You will inspect conveyors and scales prior to line start-ups & changeovers.
• You will wear protective gear when using chemicals to clean and sanitize lines during changeovers from one product to another.
• You will also be responsible for ensuring that products to be packed remain clean.
• You will check that products are dated and sealed with a minimum amount of wasted product and supplies.
• You will set-up and operate multiple packaging machines to ensure accurate code dates, weights, and that products are put into appropriate bags.
• You will maintain a clean and safe work area. Safety is everyone’s job.
• You will troubleshoot commonplace problems and make operational adjustments.

Job Requirements:

• You are able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation
• You are able to repeatedly lift, carry, push, pull, and handle products with or without a reasonable accommodation
• You will be required to work on weekends, holidays as well as off shift
• You are able to stand and walk for extended periods of time with or without a reasonable accommodation
• You are willing and able to work at heights using ladders or lifts to access areas of the plant
• You are at least 18 years of age or older
• You are mechanically inclined and can think that way. Having at least 1 year of machine operator experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment would be a good indicator to our hiring team.
• It’s a physical job: you are able to lift 50 lbs from floor to waist (e.g. a twin-size mattress) with or without a reasonable accommodation
• You have basic math skills and can read and write in English

Job Details:

Company: Frito Lay

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Topeka, KS, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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