Technician Jobs at PepsiCo with Visa Sponsorship
Technician roles at PepsiCo span manufacturing, quality, and maintenance operations across a large U.S. production footprint. PepsiCo has an established history of supporting work authorization across multiple visa categories for technical positions, making it a realistic target for international candidates in food and beverage manufacturing.
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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 to U.S. technician standards
PepsiCo's technician roles often require certifications in areas like food safety, electrical systems, or mechanical maintenance. Verify that your credentials translate clearly to U.S. equivalents before applying, since hiring managers in manufacturing screen for compliance with OSHA and food-grade standards.
Target PepsiCo facilities with high technician demand
PepsiCo operates dozens of production and distribution facilities across the U.S. Concentrate your search on sites in states with large manufacturing footprints, where technician hiring is ongoing rather than tied to a single seasonal opening or facility expansion.
Search PepsiCo's open Technician roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by role type and visa sponsorship category to find active Technician openings at PepsiCo. Migrate Mate surfaces jobs specifically verified for sponsorship, so you're not guessing whether a listing will support your visa status before you apply.
Clarify your OPT or CPT timeline with the recruiter early
If you're on F-1 OPT, raise your authorization end date in the first recruiter conversation, not after an offer. PepsiCo's hiring timelines for technician roles can run several weeks, and onboarding delays can erode your remaining OPT window faster than expected.
Understand how TN status applies to your specific role
TN visas cover specific USMCA occupation categories. For Canadian and Mexican nationals targeting PepsiCo technician positions, confirm that your exact job title and duties map to a qualifying TN category before the offer stage, since not all technician roles meet the DOL's defined occupation list.
Prepare for a PERM-backed Green Card timeline in manufacturing
EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship through PERM requires the employer to run recruitment and document that no qualified U.S. worker is available. In food and beverage manufacturing, this process can take over a year from petition filing to USCIS approval, so plan your status continuity accordingly.
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Does PepsiCo sponsor H-1B visas for Technicians?
Yes, PepsiCo sponsors H-1B visas for Technician roles where the position qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS criteria. Because many technician positions in food and beverage manufacturing require a specific technical or engineering background, H-1B eligibility often depends on the exact role scope and the degree requirement PepsiCo documents in the Labor Condition Application filed with the DOL.
How do I apply for Technician jobs at PepsiCo?
You can search for open Technician positions directly through PepsiCo's careers portal or use Migrate Mate to browse verified sponsorship-eligible roles filtered by visa type and location. When applying, tailor your resume to reflect hands-on technical experience relevant to food and beverage manufacturing, including any certifications in food safety, quality systems, or equipment maintenance.
Which visa types does PepsiCo commonly use for Technician roles?
PepsiCo sponsors several visa categories for Technician positions, including H-1B for specialty occupation roles, TN for qualifying Canadian and Mexican nationals under USMCA, F-1 OPT and CPT for students in relevant technical programs, and EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card pathways for longer-term employment. The applicable category depends on your nationality, degree, and the specific duties of the role.
What qualifications does PepsiCo expect for sponsored Technician roles?
PepsiCo's Technician openings typically require a relevant associate or bachelor's degree in engineering, food science, electronics, or a related technical field, combined with hands-on experience in manufacturing or production environments. Certifications in areas like food safety management, PLC systems, or electrical maintenance strengthen your application, particularly for roles supporting continuous production lines.
How long does PepsiCo's visa sponsorship process take for a Technician hire?
Timelines vary by visa type. H-1B petitions are cap-subject and tied to USCIS's annual April lottery, with employment beginning October 1 if selected. TN status for Canadians can be obtained at a port of entry in days. EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship through PERM typically takes one to three years or more depending on your priority date and country of birth.
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