Junior Machine Operator

PepsiCo; Dammam; On-site; SAR 112,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer goods company in Dammam is seeking a Process Operator who will be responsible for efficiently running the process line and equipment while minimizing waste. Candidates should have at least two years of experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent training. Good communication skills, a positive work attitude, and the ability to manage process equipment independently are crucial for this role. Join a team committed to quality and teamwork in a dynamic workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years working experience in a manufacturing processing environment, waived with a tertiary background.

Responsibilities

• Run the process line and equipment systematically and effectively to meet production targets.
• Make decisions for maximum output and efficiency.
• Repair and maintain processing equipment as needed.
• Monitor resource usage like water and electricity.
• Manage process workers and ensure compliance with good manufacturing practices.

Skills

Basic communication skills

Good working attitude

Able to handle process equipment independently

Education

Industrial training institute graduate (ITI) or equivalent

Job description

We Are 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, QUAKER and more. 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.

Overview

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.

Our employees drive our culture. No two days are the same; we are dynamic and full of passionate teams that embrace new ideas through our collaborative spirit. At PepsiCo, we know that our company can only succeed when our associates and the society we serve flourish. We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce by creating a collaborative, equitable and inclusive space where everyone, regardless of what we look like, where we come from or who we love, has a voice. At PepsiCo we create a Space to be y( )u.

Learn more about our culture and life at PepsiCo: https://stories.pepsicojobs.com/

Join PepsiCo, dare to transform.

Job Purpose

The basic job of process operator is to run the process line and equipment systematically and effectively, achieving the production targets by increasing line efficiency and minimizing process waste. Gather hourly data of process control checks, conduct quality wall meetings, maintain hygiene and housekeeping, alert on food safety hazards and highlight issues to the Direct Managers. Summarize the daily material usage and calculate basic material efficiently, seasoning efficiency, and oil efficiency in the daily summary reports. Monitor and minimize the energy usage such as water, electricity and gas usage. Manage the process workers working on his assigned stations and maintain good manufacturing practice at all times within his area. To operate, control and maintain processing equipment to convert raw materials into final product, in accordance with the KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Make decisions based on the best possible utilization to achieve maximum output in terms of yield conversion.
• Must be able to repair and maintain the necessary processing equipment to maintain line efficiency.
• Has the authority to stop the production process in consultation with the Laboratory Technician if production is out of specification.
• Run the line systematically and efficiently.
• Perform and report the hourly process control check.
• Conduct quality wall meetings at the required intervals.
• Ensure raw materials are available for the production run nearby the line.
• Ensure equipment are hygienically maintained and in good working condition.
• Ensure the line achieves the required efficiency set by the business and meets material efficiency target.
• Highlight day‑to‑day issues to Direct Managers.
• Collect and report material wastages, summarize material usage daily, and calculate material efficiency.
• Inform Engineering for equipment maintenance or repair through MP2.
• Manage the process workers working under the line (break time, cleaning during change flavour, time in & time out).
• Maintain line or workstation in good condition at all times via running patrol (checklist).
• Report all health hazards within the workplace to the immediate Direct Manager.
• Ensure quality products are produced at all times.
• Communicate daily issues and activities to other shifts.
• Emphasize teamwork and cooperation.
• Support IPS audits & food safety audits.
• Effectively utilize energy such as water, gas, electricity, etc.
• Implement, sustain, and participate in continual improvement of the EHS Management System (MS) in accordance with legislations, PepsiCo GEHSMS, and relevant EHS standards.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Skill:

• Industrial training institute graduate (ITI) or equivalent.
• Basic communication skills and good working attitude.
• Able to handle and operate process equipment independently.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years working experience in a manufacturing processing environment. This requirement may be waived in lieu of tertiary background.

Competencies:

• Motivational Fit
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement
• Results Focus
• Technical Knowledge