Pouching Operator - Quaker - Foods

Quick Look 

• Pay: $31.78 per hour

• Location: Bridgeview, Illinois 

• Work Days: Monday - Friday 

• Start Time: 11:00 PM

• End Time: 7:30 AM 

Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain pouching equipment to help produce quality PepsiCo Foods products safely, efficiently, and with pride. 

What You’ll Do  

• Set up and operate assigned pouching machines, statistical weighers, soup/pouching machines, powered industrial trucks, and other equipment used in the production cycle 
• Pack the optimum number of quality product packages by following established safety, quality, and operating procedures 
• Ensure each box is properly coded, dated, and sealed while minimizing waste of product and supplies 
• Follow the correct batch reporting process and handle and pull ingredients as required 
• Use warehouse management systems and inspect, handle, clean, and set up soup totes 
• Follow Kosher handling, measuring, sealing, and storage requirements 
• Set up and position equipment appropriately, and prepare machinery and supplies for product changeovers 
• Clean and sanitize machinery and keep assigned machines and work areas clean and safe 
• Complete quality, inventory, and production tests, scans, records, and reports accurately and on time 
• Use computers to enter data, complete reports, and submit work orders 
• Troubleshoot maintenance problems and perform equipment adjustments and minor repairs 
• Participate in Total Productive Maintenance sessions and activities 
• Train new operators, support department training, and cross-train in other parts of the department as needed 

Minimum Qualifications 

• At least 18 years of age or older 
• Willing and able to work on some weekends 
• Willing and able to work on some holidays 
• Willing and able to work in an environment that has extreme temperatures, humidity, hazardous/loud equipment, and slippery surfaces with or without a reasonable accommodation 

Helpful Experience 

• Forklift certification 
• Basic computer and troubleshooting skills 

What to Expect 

• On-the-Job Training: Learn the role through hands-on and classroom training 
• High Energy Workplace: On the go for most of the day in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment that involves lifting, bending, and moving product throughout your shift 
• Health & Lifestyle Benefits: As a full‑time team member, you’ll be supported with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and opportunities to grow a long‑term career at PepsiCo. 

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