PepsiCo Foods Processing Operator

Overview The Role: Processing Operator Join our team in Kentville, Nova Scotia, and be part of something uniquely exciting – helping produce the only Fried Cheetos Puffs made in Canada. As a Processing Operator, you’ll play a key role in bringing a fun, iconic snack to life while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment. In this role, you will be responsible for operating and monitoring production equipment to ensure efficient and consistent output. You will follow detailed production schedules, adjust machinery as needed, and help maintain a smooth workflow across the processing line. A strong focus on safety is essential, as you’ll be expected to operate all equipment in accordance with company standards and procedures. Quality is at the heart of everything we do. You will help ensure every batch meets our high standards for taste, texture, and appearance, while strictly adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines. Attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to excellence will set you up for success in this role. If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in producing a product people love, and want to be part of a supportive team, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Compensation: $26.58 per hour Responsibilities Working with team members to achieve targets Operating food production machinery Setting up and preparing equipment for changeovers Ensuring optimal Quality & Food Safety by following established procedures and processes Working safely and following LOTO procedures Qualifications Previous work experience in a manufacturing facility Able to stand and work at pace for 12hrs Previous relatable work experience in food manufacturing or processing General experience with Lockout Tagout procedures Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) Excellent communication skills Team player Open minded and works well under pressure From the products on shelves to the moments consumers share every day, PepsiCo’s frontline teams make it happen. Through the essential work of making, moving, and selling our products, you bring beloved brands, like Lay’s, Quaker, and Gatorade into homes and communities around the world. Here, you’ll build skills, work with a company that values its people, and grow with opportunities designed for your success, today and for the long run. Join us, and be part of a team that works together, takes pride in what we deliver, and creates smiles every day Working with team members to achieve targets Operating food production machinery Setting up and preparing equipment for changeovers Ensuring optimal Quality & Food Safety by following established procedures and processes Working safely and following LOTO procedures Previous work experience in a manufacturing facility Able to stand and work at pace for 12hrs Previous relatable work experience in food manufacturing or processing General experience with Lockout Tagout procedures Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) Excellent communication skills Team player Open minded and works well under pressure From the products on shelves to the moments consumers share every day, PepsiCo’s frontline teams make it happen. Through the essential work of making, moving, and selling our products, you bring beloved brands, like Lay’s, Quaker, and Gatorade into homes and communities around the world. Here, you’ll build skills, work with a company that values its people, and grow with opportunities designed for your success, today and for the long run. Join us, and be part of a team that works together, takes pride in what we deliver, and creates smiles every day