GENERAL WORKER / PRODUCTION ASSISTANT (X15 POSTS)
Company: PepsiCo South Africa
Salary: R8 500 – R11 000 per month (depending on experience and shift) Contract Type: Permanent / Fixed-term Location: Various PepsiCo plants and distribution centres (Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape, Eastern Cape)
Job Purpose: To support production, packaging, and warehouse operations by performing general labour duties that ensure efficient manufacturing and distribution of PepsiCo products.
Minimum Requirements:
- South African citizen
- Grade 10 / Adult Basic Education and Training Level 4 or higher (Grade 12 will be an advantage)
- Physically fit and able to stand for long hours
- Willing to work shifts, weekends and overtime when required
- No criminal record
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills
- Ability to work in a team and follow safety instructions
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with loading and unloading of raw materials and finished products
- Perform general cleaning of production floors, machines and work areas
- Support packaging and sorting of products on the production line
- Move stock using trolleys or pallet jacks (training will be provided)
- Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety in the workplace
- Report any machine faults or safety hazards to the supervisor
- Follow all company safety, health and environmental procedures
- Assist with any other related duties as instructed by the line manager
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:
- Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety rules
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Good communication skills
- Reliable, punctual and hardworking
How to Apply: Interested candidates must submit a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, certified copy of Identity Document and certified copy of highest qualification.
Applications can be submitted online via the official PepsiCo careers portal or emailed to the relevant plant Human Resources department (use the correct plant reference number).
Closing Date: To be confirmed on the official advertisement