Manufacturing Technician Jobs at PepsiCo with Visa Sponsorship
Manufacturing Technician roles at PepsiCo sit at the intersection of hands-on production work and technical problem-solving across food and beverage facilities nationwide. PepsiCo has a consistent track record of sponsoring visa categories that support both early-career and experienced manufacturing talent entering or remaining in the U.S.
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Position is responsible for repairing and installing production/manufacturing equipment. Inspects equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications. Diagnoses equipment malfunctions and makes repairs or adjustments as needed. Must have own hand tools. 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 production equipment
- Repair all production equipment as needed
- Perform breakdown analysis
- Perform general housekeeping
- Upgrade production lines with new equipment/technology
- Work with outside contractors working on assigned line
- Change line for package changeovers
- Comply with 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 mechanical systems (e.g., gear boxes, chains, sprockets, motors, seals, bearings).
- Experience with product manuals (e.g., reading and applying knowledge to make repairs).
- Experience with troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns (pinpointing and fixing breakdowns).
- Experience with reading mechanical drawings (e.g., hydraulics, pneumatics).
HELPFUL EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays).
- Experience with compressors/ammonia systems (e.g., refrigeration systems).
- Experience with conveyers and airveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed controls).
- Experience with electrical systems (installation, frequency drive, troubleshooting)
- Experience with electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.).
- 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.).
- Review rating instructions.
- Experience with packaging/high speed production (e.g., bottling, consumer products, etc.).
- Experience with PLC (e.g., industrial maintenance, computer control systems, 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 schematics (e.g., electrical blueprints with switches, starters, maps, relays).
- Experience with SERVO (e.g., intelligent/robotic motors, in-coders, etc.)
- Experience with troubleshooting (e.g., diagnostics, problem solving, etc.).
- 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: Evenings
COMPENSATION: $33.70 / hour
ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The anticipated closing date is
INTRODUCTION
Position is responsible for repairing and installing production/manufacturing equipment. Inspects equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications. Diagnoses equipment malfunctions and makes repairs or adjustments as needed. Must have own hand tools. 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 production equipment
- Repair all production equipment as needed
- Perform breakdown analysis
- Perform general housekeeping
- Upgrade production lines with new equipment/technology
- Work with outside contractors working on assigned line
- Change line for package changeovers
- Comply with 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 mechanical systems (e.g., gear boxes, chains, sprockets, motors, seals, bearings).
- Experience with product manuals (e.g., reading and applying knowledge to make repairs).
- Experience with troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns (pinpointing and fixing breakdowns).
- Experience with reading mechanical drawings (e.g., hydraulics, pneumatics).
HELPFUL EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays).
- Experience with compressors/ammonia systems (e.g., refrigeration systems).
- Experience with conveyers and airveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed controls).
- Experience with electrical systems (installation, frequency drive, troubleshooting)
- Experience with electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.).
- 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.).
- Review rating instructions.
- Experience with packaging/high speed production (e.g., bottling, consumer products, etc.).
- Experience with PLC (e.g., industrial maintenance, computer control systems, 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 schematics (e.g., electrical blueprints with switches, starters, maps, relays).
- Experience with SERVO (e.g., intelligent/robotic motors, in-coders, etc.)
- Experience with troubleshooting (e.g., diagnostics, problem solving, etc.).
- 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: Evenings
COMPENSATION: $33.70 / hour
ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The anticipated closing date is
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Align your credentials with DOL wage levels
PepsiCo's LCA filings for Manufacturing Technicians typically target prevailing wage Level I or II. Pull DOL wage data for your target facility's metro area before applying so you can confirm your expected offer fits the certified wage range.
Target facilities with active production lines
PepsiCo's largest sponsorship activity for technician roles concentrates in high-volume snack and beverage plants. Search by facility location, not just job title, since plants in Texas, New York, and North Carolina regularly post technician openings tied to shift-based production schedules.
Use Migrate Mate to filter PepsiCo technician openings
Not every PepsiCo technician posting signals visa sponsorship. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for roles where PepsiCo has a verified sponsorship history, saving you from applying to postings that will stall at the offer stage.
Secure OPT authorization before your start date
F-1 students targeting CPT or OPT roles at PepsiCo need SEVP authorization processed through their DSO before their start date. For post-completion OPT, USCIS recommends applying 90 days in advance, so time your graduation and application dates around PepsiCo's hiring cycles.
Clarify H-1B cap timing with your recruiter early
Manufacturing Technician roles at PepsiCo require a specialty occupation determination, which can complicate H-1B filings for hands-on production positions. Raise cap timing and petition strategy directly with PepsiCo's immigration team during the offer stage, not after signing.
Prepare mechanical and safety certifications ahead of applications
PepsiCo Manufacturing Technician postings frequently require OSHA 10 or 30 certifications and familiarity with GMP standards. Having these credentials documented before you apply strengthens both your candidacy and the specialty occupation argument in any subsequent H-1B or EB-3 petition.
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Find Manufacturing Technician at PepsiCo JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does PepsiCo sponsor H-1B visas for Manufacturing Technicians?
PepsiCo does sponsor H-1B visas, but Manufacturing Technician roles face more scrutiny than corporate or engineering positions because USCIS requires proof the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Sponsorship typically depends on the specific facility, the technical complexity of the role, and whether the position consistently requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field.
How do I apply for Manufacturing Technician jobs at PepsiCo?
Apply through PepsiCo's careers portal and filter by manufacturing or operations roles at specific plant locations. Migrate Mate also lists PepsiCo Manufacturing Technician openings with verified sponsorship context, which helps you prioritize postings where visa support is realistic. Tailor your resume to highlight production systems experience, GMP compliance, and any relevant technical certifications.
Which visa types does PepsiCo commonly use for Manufacturing Technician roles?
PepsiCo sponsors H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and employment-based Green Card categories including EB-2 and EB-3 for qualifying technician roles. TN visas are a strong option for Canadian and Mexican nationals in engineering-adjacent technician positions. EB-3 is the most common Green Card pathway for skilled production roles where a full specialty occupation argument is harder to sustain.
What qualifications does PepsiCo expect for sponsored Manufacturing Technician positions?
PepsiCo typically expects an associate's or bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering technology, along with hands-on experience in food or beverage manufacturing environments. OSHA certifications, familiarity with HACCP protocols, and experience operating or maintaining automated production equipment significantly strengthen your application and support the specialty occupation determination required for H-1B sponsorship.
How do I understand the timeline for visa processing if PepsiCo sponsors me as a Manufacturing Technician?
For H-1B sponsorship, PepsiCo must file during the annual cap lottery window in March for an October 1 start date, so an offer at least four to five months before that window is necessary. For OPT extensions or TN visa changes, processing is faster, but you should confirm the petition strategy with PepsiCo's immigration counsel within the first two weeks of receiving a formal offer.
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