Packaging Operator: Fast-Paced, Training‑Driven Role with Benefits

PepsiCo Inc.; Bridgeview (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo Inc. in Bridgeview, IL is seeking a full-time team member to oversee filling and packaging processes, maintain equipment, and perform quality checks to ensure Quaker Oats and Cap'n Crunch products are packed safely and efficiently for stores and communities.

You’ll perform cleaning, set up machinery, monitor line performance, minimize waste, input data into computers, and collaborate with teammates to meet daily objectives.

Qualifications

• Must have strong PC knowledge and communication, interpersonal, training, teaming, and problem-solving skills.
• Must have basic math, analytical and technical skills.
• Must work effectively in a team environment with focus on productivity and process improvements.
• Must be able to work any shift in any department, including a 12-hour shift, weekends and holidays.
• Regular predictive attendance is required.
• Must be able to work over 40 hours a week.
• Must meet physical demands of manufacturing including heat, dust, and noise.
• Must lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must comply with grooming/sanitation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee filling and packaging processes.
• Perform daily and weekly cleaning processes.
• Set up and maintain machinery adjustments, clear jams, monitor glue levels and viscosity, and perform quality checks.
• Ensure lines run efficiently and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Understand product qualities and department processes.
• Monitor package quality and minimize waste.
• Complete paperwork and maintain work logs and data.
• Input data into computer systems.
• Collaborate with team members to meet objectives and coordinate daily line activity.
• Maintain GMP-compliant housekeeping.

Skills

PC knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Training

Teamwork

Problem solving

Math skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Self-direction

Tools

Data entry software

Job description

PepsiCo Inc. in Bridgeview, IL is seeking a full-time team member to oversee filling and packaging processes, maintain equipment, and perform quality checks to ensure Quaker Oats and Cap'n Crunch products are packed safely and efficiently for stores and communities.

You’ll perform cleaning, set up machinery, monitor line performance, minimize waste, input data into computers, and collaborate with teammates to meet daily objectives.