Controls Technician Jobs at PepsiCo with Visa Sponsorship
Controls Technician roles at PepsiCo sit at the intersection of manufacturing operations and automated systems, supporting production lines across the company's food and beverage facilities nationwide. PepsiCo has a established record of sponsoring visa holders for technically skilled manufacturing roles, making it a realistic target for international candidates with the right credentials.
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Position is responsible for designing, programming, repairing, and maintaining programmable logic controller (PLC) systems used within Pepsi bottling/processing facilities. Inspects equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications. May support repairs and installations for other advanced production/manufacturing equipment. May mentor and provide support to less experienced technicians. Diagnoses equipment malfunctions and makes more complicated repairs or adjustments as needed. This position requires continuous work near heat, noise, gas, and chemicals. The position requires frequent lifting, climbing, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, bending and kneeling. The position may require weekend and/or holiday work.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Perform preventative maintenance on PLC systems
- Program or perform repairs on PLC systems
- Perform preventative maintenance or repairs on more advanced production equipment as needed
- Perform breakdown analysis
- Oversee or perform general housekeeping
- Upgrade production lines with new/upgraded equipment/technology
- Direct activities of outside contractors working on assigned line
- Change line for package changeovers
- Enforce GMP, safety, and audit standards
- Work independently under limited supervision (self-management)
- Documentation of work schedule and work tasks completed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 18 years or older
- Pass technical assessment addressing job-critical maintenance knowledge areas
- Experience with basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays)
- Experience with electrical systems (installation, frequency drive, troubleshooting)
- Experience with electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.)
- Experience with PLC (e.g., industrial maintenance, computer control systems, etc.)
- Experience with product manuals (e.g., reading and applying knowledge to make repairs)
- Experience with schematics (e.g., electrical blueprints with switches, starters, maps, relays)
- Experience with troubleshooting (e.g., diagnostics, problem solving, etc.)
HELPFUL EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with mechanical systems (e.g., gear boxes, chains, sprockets, motors, seals, bearings)
- Experience with compressors/ammonia systems (e.g., refrigeration systems)
- Experience with conveyers and airveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed controls)
- Experience with gearing and gear boxes (rebuilds, ordering parts, machining parts)
- Experience with hydraulic systems (high pressure cylinders, pumps, valves, troubleshooting)
- Experience with kinematics (e.g., line speed/sprocket size ratios, etc.)
- Experience with packaging/high speed production (e.g., bottling, consumer products, etc.)
- Experience with pneumatics (solenoids, cylinders, motor brakes, reading, troubleshooting)
- Experience with pneumatics/air compression (e.g., valves, cylinders, etc.)
- Experience with preventative maintenance (computerized preventative charts/data)
- Experience with pumps (e.g., troubleshooting, replacing seals/motors, understanding specs)
- Experience with SERVO (e.g., intelligent/robotic motors, in-coders, etc.)
- Experience with troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns (pinpointing and fixing breakdowns)
- Experience with reading mechanical drawings (e.g., hydraulics, pneumatics)
- Experience working in team based environments (working together with others)
Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.
Please view our Pay Transparency Statement
SHIFT:
Nights
COMPENSATION:
$39.15 / hour
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
The anticipated closing date is
INTRODUCTION
Position is responsible for designing, programming, repairing, and maintaining programmable logic controller (PLC) systems used within Pepsi bottling/processing facilities. Inspects equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications. May support repairs and installations for other advanced production/manufacturing equipment. May mentor and provide support to less experienced technicians. Diagnoses equipment malfunctions and makes more complicated repairs or adjustments as needed. This position requires continuous work near heat, noise, gas, and chemicals. The position requires frequent lifting, climbing, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, bending and kneeling. The position may require weekend and/or holiday work.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Perform preventative maintenance on PLC systems
- Program or perform repairs on PLC systems
- Perform preventative maintenance or repairs on more advanced production equipment as needed
- Perform breakdown analysis
- Oversee or perform general housekeeping
- Upgrade production lines with new/upgraded equipment/technology
- Direct activities of outside contractors working on assigned line
- Change line for package changeovers
- Enforce GMP, safety, and audit standards
- Work independently under limited supervision (self-management)
- Documentation of work schedule and work tasks completed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 18 years or older
- Pass technical assessment addressing job-critical maintenance knowledge areas
- Experience with basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays)
- Experience with electrical systems (installation, frequency drive, troubleshooting)
- Experience with electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.)
- Experience with PLC (e.g., industrial maintenance, computer control systems, etc.)
- Experience with product manuals (e.g., reading and applying knowledge to make repairs)
- Experience with schematics (e.g., electrical blueprints with switches, starters, maps, relays)
- Experience with troubleshooting (e.g., diagnostics, problem solving, etc.)
HELPFUL EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with mechanical systems (e.g., gear boxes, chains, sprockets, motors, seals, bearings)
- Experience with compressors/ammonia systems (e.g., refrigeration systems)
- Experience with conveyers and airveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed controls)
- Experience with gearing and gear boxes (rebuilds, ordering parts, machining parts)
- Experience with hydraulic systems (high pressure cylinders, pumps, valves, troubleshooting)
- Experience with kinematics (e.g., line speed/sprocket size ratios, etc.)
- Experience with packaging/high speed production (e.g., bottling, consumer products, etc.)
- Experience with pneumatics (solenoids, cylinders, motor brakes, reading, troubleshooting)
- Experience with pneumatics/air compression (e.g., valves, cylinders, etc.)
- Experience with preventative maintenance (computerized preventative charts/data)
- Experience with pumps (e.g., troubleshooting, replacing seals/motors, understanding specs)
- Experience with SERVO (e.g., intelligent/robotic motors, in-coders, etc.)
- Experience with troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns (pinpointing and fixing breakdowns)
- Experience with reading mechanical drawings (e.g., hydraulics, pneumatics)
- Experience working in team based environments (working together with others)
Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.
Please view our Pay Transparency Statement
SHIFT:
Nights
COMPENSATION:
$39.15 / hour
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
The anticipated closing date is
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Controls Technician Jobs at PepsiCo Jobs
Get your PLC certifications documented early
PepsiCo's Controls Technician roles require hands-on proficiency with Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs. Pull together training records, vendor certifications, and project documentation before you apply so your technical depth is clear from the first screen.
Target unionized versus non-union facilities separately
PepsiCo operates both union and non-union manufacturing sites, and the hiring process differs significantly. Non-union facilities tend to move faster and have more flexibility on sponsorship timelines, so identify the site type before crafting your outreach strategy.
Align your job search to PepsiCo's capital expansion cycles
PepsiCo announces new facility buildouts and production line upgrades that spike demand for Controls Technicians. Monitoring plant expansion news in states like Texas, Virginia, and North Carolina can help you time your applications when headcount is genuinely open.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Controls Technician openings by sponsorship type
Not every PepsiCo posting explicitly flags visa sponsorship, which makes it easy to miss eligible roles. Migrate Mate surfaces Controls Technician positions at PepsiCo filtered by the specific visa types you qualify for, saving time spent on roles that won't work.
Clarify your OPT or TN status before your technical interview
For F-1 OPT candidates, confirm that Controls Technician work qualifies under your STEM extension criteria before accepting an offer. For TN candidates, verify that your role maps cleanly to the Engineering or Computer Systems Analyst category recognized at the border.
Prepare for PERM by documenting your specialized equipment experience
If PepsiCo moves toward a Green Card through PERM, DOL requires the employer to demonstrate that no equally qualified U.S. worker is available. Your records of experience with specific SCADA systems, HMI platforms, or food-grade automation standards directly support that showing.
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Find Controls Technician at PepsiCo JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does PepsiCo sponsor H-1B visas for Controls Technicians?
Yes, PepsiCo does sponsor H-1B visas for Controls Technician roles where the position qualifies as a specialty occupation, typically requiring a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, or a closely related field. The key is ensuring the specific role and its documented requirements meet USCIS specialty occupation standards, which can vary by facility and job level.
How do I apply for Controls Technician jobs at PepsiCo?
Applications go through PepsiCo's careers portal, where Controls Technician postings are typically listed under Manufacturing or Engineering. You can also browse open roles filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate. When applying, tailor your resume to highlight specific PLC platforms, SCADA systems, and any food and beverage manufacturing experience, as these are the qualifications PepsiCo's hiring teams prioritize.
Which visa types does PepsiCo commonly use for Controls Technician roles?
PepsiCo sponsors H-1B visas for degree-holding Controls Technicians and supports F-1 OPT and CPT for students and recent graduates in qualifying engineering programs. TN status is available for Canadian and Mexican nationals whose roles fall under a recognized TN category. For longer-term employment, PepsiCo has also pursued EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for experienced Controls Technicians at established facilities.
What qualifications does PepsiCo expect for Controls Technician roles?
PepsiCo generally expects proficiency with Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLCs, experience reading electrical schematics, and familiarity with SCADA or HMI systems. A two- or four-year degree in electrical technology, mechatronics, or controls engineering strengthens your profile significantly. Prior experience in food and beverage or consumer packaged goods manufacturing is a practical advantage, as PepsiCo's production environment has specific compliance and safety requirements.
How do I navigate the sponsorship timeline for a Controls Technician offer at PepsiCo?
Timeline depends on your current status. F-1 OPT candidates can typically start immediately while PepsiCo files an H-1B petition. H-1B cap filings happen once per year in March, with work authorization beginning October 1 if selected. TN status can be obtained at the border for Canadian nationals, which gives that pathway a much shorter lead time. Confirm sponsorship terms in writing before accepting any offer.
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