Packaging Hall General Worker - PepsiCo

The main purpose of the job is to ensure that the finished product in the pack meets (quality and) visual standards in terms of pack sizes, that the dating on the pack is correct and that the packing in the box is in terms of standard configuration by-product and therefore the correct number of packs in the box.

This is done across all product lines at defined intervals.

• To erect cartons according to the required standard
• To pack the required number of packets in a carton/box according to the specification
• To pack packets at packing speeds of the equipment as determined by Management
• To identify and remove packets that do not meet standard specifications (i.e. T1s and T2,)
• To ensure that packets packed are properly sealed with no “chicken runs”
• To adhere to strict timekeeping – to be at the packing station when the shift begins or tea/lunch times stop and not to leave work station before the shift stops or when tea/lunch begins at all times.
• To relieve another packer as and when required or instructed by your manager

• The packing station must not be stopped under any circumstances without the permission of the PMT or FLM
• The machine and machine area are kept neat and clean during cleaning shifts/flavour changes or when the line is out of production
• To comply with HACCP/CCP/AIB standards at all times
• To adhere to Environmental Health and Safety requirements and regulations at all times Perform other duties as and when required

Qualifications/Requirements

Key skills / Requirements

• Grade 12 (with Mathematics and Science)
• Technical qualification advantageous
• Problem Solving Ability/Techniques
• Teamwork
• Knowledge of company Safety environment *
• Ability to work shift
• Ability to work standing