New Graduate Production Engineer (20-Month Contract)

PepsiCo Inc.; Akdeniz Bölgesi; On-site; TRY 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo in Turkey's Tarsus Plant is seeking a Production Engineer - New Graduate to join our team. You will learn our processes, work with operators and cross-functional teams, and contribute to continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

This entry-level role reports to the Plant Production Manager and offers hands-on exposure to lean manufacturing, problem-solving, and performance reporting on safety, quality, and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, Mechatronics, Chemical or Food).
• Fluent in English and Turkish with strong analytical thinking.
• Curious, collaborative, and eager to learn in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production activities and gain hands-on experience in end-to-end manufacturing processes.
• Follow key production indicators related to safety, quality, efficiency and waste, and support reporting and analysis.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to Lean, Kaizen and productivity initiatives to improve processes.
• Collaborate with plant functions, participate in daily meetings, and support action follow-ups.
• Ensure compliance with PepsiCo standards related to safety, quality, and environment.

Skills

English

Turkish

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Curiosity

Collaboration

Agile mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Pepsi, Doritos and Lipton Ice Tea, our work touches millions of people every day.

At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.

We are looking for a Production Engineer - New Graduate to join our team in Tarsus Plant. This role will directly report to Plant Production Manager.

This role offers an opportunity to build your career in Production through hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You will learn our processes, collaborate with different teams and contribute to continuous improvement and innovation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production activities and gain hands-on experience in end-to-end manufacturing processes.
• Follow key production indicators related to safety, quality, efficiency and waste, and support performance reporting and analysis.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities together with Production, Quality and Maintenance teams.
• Contribute to Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen and productivity initiatives, bringing a fresh perspective to improve existing ways of working.
• Explore new ideas, technologies and innovative solutions that can contribute to safer, simpler and more efficient production processes.
• Collaborate with different plant functions and contribute to cross-functional improvement and innovation projects.
• Take part in daily production meetings and shop-floor activities, supporting the follow-up of agreed actions.
• Support compliance with PepsiCo standards and plant requirements related to safety, quality, food safety and environment.
• Work closely with operators and frontline teams to identify operational losses, solve problems and improve line performance.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduate or professional with maximum 2 years of working experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, Mechatronics, Chemical or Food Engineering.
• Fluent in both English and Turkish.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Curious and eager to learn, explore new ideas and challenge existing ways of working.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with a willingness to work across different teams.
• Agile and adaptable mindset, comfortable working in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Interest in continuous improvement, innovation, and new technologies within manufacturing.