Production Machine Operator B - Shift 6am - 6pm

Pepsi Bottling Ventures; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepsi Bottling Ventures, the largest private bottler and distributor of Pepsi beverages, is hiring for a position that involves operating and monitoring high-speed machinery while ensuring product quality. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, manufacturing experience, and demonstrate critical thinking skills. The role requires standing for long periods, lifting 50 pounds, and working 40+ hours per week with potential weekend shifts. This is a vital position supporting efficient production processes.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must successfully complete forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors high-speed machinery.
• Maintains all product flow and quality.
• Completes line inspections and reports.

Skills

Critical thinking

Ability to multi-task

Team-oriented work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC controller

Laptops

HMIs

Tablets

Job description

Job Description

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is the nation’s largest private bottler and distributor of Pepsi beverages. It is based in NC, SC, MD, & DE.

Purpose of the Job

Operates and monitors high speed machinery while complying with production and safety standards.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Maintains all product flow.
• Ensures comprehensive product quality.
• Utilizes computer screens and functions, and is familiar with HMI functionality.
• Supports OEE functions on line, interprets data and makes adjustments, as needed.
• Maintains a clean work area and clean equipment.
• Completes all necessary line inspections and reports using computers/tablets on the line.
• Assists with line change over.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED required. Previous manufacturing experience preferred. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment, with the ability to multi‑task and troubleshoot; critical thinking skills are necessary. Interfaces with Allen Bradley PLC controller and touch screen devices. Must be able to work hours necessary to complete assigned tasks. This position is 40 plus hours per week, Memorial Day through Labor Day; frequently will work on Saturdays and Sundays in the summer. Possible flex shifts of 12 hour days. Must be able to successfully complete the forklift certification, as applicable.

Mental Functions

Production lines are controlled by PLC controllers which require critical thinking to troubleshoot problems. Workstations are repetitive yet variable in nature due to the different products and package configurations. Variability is moderate to high depending on volume demands.

Physical Functions

Constantly (67%-100%) required to stand. Occasionally (0%-33%) required to walk and lift up to 50 pounds.

Equipment Used

Manufacturing equipment. Must understand and be able to use laptops, HMIs, tablets. Must be able to enter data into the system, and interpret data sent to the workstation. Must understand the mechanical aspects of each piece of equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None required.

Language Skills

Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend English proficiently.

Equal Opportunity

EOE M/F/D/V. Pepsi Bottling Ventures is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on valid job‐related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1-800-662-8792 or via e-mail at [e-mail].