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F-1 OPT food and beverage jobs in Oregon span a diverse industry anchored by Portland's nationally recognized restaurant scene, major beverage producers like Deschutes Brewery and Tillamook, and a growing food manufacturing sector in the Willamette Valley. Companies across production, quality assurance, food science, and operations have hired OPT candidates in recent years.
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World Class Equipment, Technology & Training
Target Pay of $34.65 / hour
$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS
Benefits
- Medical, vision and dental starting Day 1!
- Company-provided retirement benefits
- Paid time off
- Company provided i-pad, i-phone, uniforms, PPE, and work boot allowance
- Ongoing training and career growth opportunities
Are you ready to join a winning team? Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA) is PepsiCo's beverage manufacturing, sales, and distribution operating unit. Now is the time to explore the opportunities of PBNA: what makes you unique makes us better. Fleet Mechanics play a key role in the success of our business by ensuring the reliability of our fleet and supporting the safety of our Drivers. Together we perform with purpose!
What's different about Fleet Mechanic positions at PBNA?
- Great benefits package, pay, and incentives (including work boot allowance, uniforms, company provided PPE, and more!)
- World class tooling and ergonomics
- Fast-paced environment where you can work independently while still receiving coaching and direction when needed
- Task variety with opportunities to work on a wide range of equipment and repairs
- Ongoing training to help you grow your skills and advance your career
- Team culture that supports knowledge sharing and growth
- Clean facilities and a commitment to safety first
Here is what it's like to be a Fleet Mechanic with PBNA:
As an experienced Fleet Mechanic, here's a bit more about what your job will be. Day to day you will:
- Work with a high degree of independence while performing PMs and repairs
- Utilize leading edge technology and programs including PM using voice application, Noregon diagnostics, Uptake predictive analytics, TAAS, and more!
- Leverage and grow your skills working on Pepsi's diverse fleet equipment including automobiles, trucks (light and heavy), vans and forklifts
- Perform advanced diagnostics across all OE platforms (Volvo, International, Freightliner, Maxon, electrical vehicles, Material Handling Equipment and more)
- Perform high level repairs such as, but not limited to, engine and driveline, after treatment and emissions, and safety systems
- Adapt and build repair and maintenance capability for alternative fuel applications such as electric vehicle, CNG, and B100
- Diagnose failures of vehicles and disassemble, repair and reassemble parts as necessary
- Maintain documentation and records such as vehicle records and pre-trip checklists
- Answer service calls
- Support Pepsi's strong safety culture by adhering to all safety standards and procedures
- Be part of the team that maintains one of the largest fleets in North America
Requirements
While we provide extensive training and continuous education to build onto your current maintenance education and experience, we do have a few minimum requirements:
- Position requires that you have your own basic hand tools. Diagnostic, ergonomic, and high-tech equipment will be provided.
- Position also requires a number of physical movements including lifting, pinching, bending, reaching, climbing, and manipulating and handling objects (with or without an accommodation)
- At least 18 years of age
- Must be able to pass Forklift Driving Skills test (if applicable)
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds (with or without an accommodation)
- Experience or training involving hydraulic and air brake systems
- Experience performing after treatment and emissions repairs (e.g. class 6 - 8 diesel)
- Experience performing driveline repairs (e.g. class 6 - 8 diesel)
- Experience using diagnostic platforms (e.g. Noregon, Snapon, Nexiq, Altel, etc.)
Helpful experience:
- Experience removing and replacing mounted wheels to torque specs
- Experience utilizing diagnostic troubleshooting codes
- Experience with parts management and inventory controls
- Experience working under limited supervision (performing work on your own, working remotely from direct supervisor)
- Experience using shop tools (engine hoists, welding, changing tires, small tools)
- Experience with preventative maintenance programs and activities (following schedules for oil changes, documentation of work completed, tracking miles and usage hours, identifying and repairing defects)
- Experience working with computers (e.g., i-pad, using desktop computers, hand-held computers, laptop computers, performing diagnostics)
- Experience repairing forklifts (e.g., repairing propane fuel / electrical / battery systems, hydraulic systems, pallet jacks, etc.)
- Experience working with manufacturing standard manuals (e.g., use of OEM Support tools, knowing current standards, staying up-to-date with the latest technology, having experience working with electronic modules, etc.)
- Experience repairing heavy duty equipment (e.g., working on class 8, 7, 6 and medium duty trucks, brakes, tires, engines, liftgates, thermo king heater and refer units, etc.)
- Experience or training involving gas and/or diesel automotive repair
- Experience performing engine repairs (e.g. class 6 - 8 diesel)
- Experience performing safety systems repairs
- Brakes Certification
- ASE Electrical Certification
- ASE Heavy Duty Certification
- ASE Suspension Certification
- ASE, Macs or Military AC certification
- Experience driving trucks requiring a Class A or B CDL (e.g., road testing trucks, driving trucks in and out of the repair shop, etc.)
- Experience repairing light trucks (e.g., EV trucks, gas-diesel trucks, vans, support vehicles, etc.)
- Experience with shift work (being on-call, 24/7 availability, 2nd/3rd shift work, flexible work weeks)
- Hotwork/Welding Certification
- Welding experience
READY TO JOIN OUR PEPSICO FAMILY? APPLY NOW
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: $34.65 / hour
Additional Details: The anticipated closing date is
Great Pay & Benefits Package!
World Class Equipment, Technology & Training
Target Pay of $34.65 / hour
$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS
Benefits
- Medical, vision and dental starting Day 1!
- Company-provided retirement benefits
- Paid time off
- Company provided i-pad, i-phone, uniforms, PPE, and work boot allowance
- Ongoing training and career growth opportunities
Are you ready to join a winning team? Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA) is PepsiCo's beverage manufacturing, sales, and distribution operating unit. Now is the time to explore the opportunities of PBNA: what makes you unique makes us better. Fleet Mechanics play a key role in the success of our business by ensuring the reliability of our fleet and supporting the safety of our Drivers. Together we perform with purpose!
What's different about Fleet Mechanic positions at PBNA?
- Great benefits package, pay, and incentives (including work boot allowance, uniforms, company provided PPE, and more!)
- World class tooling and ergonomics
- Fast-paced environment where you can work independently while still receiving coaching and direction when needed
- Task variety with opportunities to work on a wide range of equipment and repairs
- Ongoing training to help you grow your skills and advance your career
- Team culture that supports knowledge sharing and growth
- Clean facilities and a commitment to safety first
Here is what it's like to be a Fleet Mechanic with PBNA:
As an experienced Fleet Mechanic, here's a bit more about what your job will be. Day to day you will:
- Work with a high degree of independence while performing PMs and repairs
- Utilize leading edge technology and programs including PM using voice application, Noregon diagnostics, Uptake predictive analytics, TAAS, and more!
- Leverage and grow your skills working on Pepsi's diverse fleet equipment including automobiles, trucks (light and heavy), vans and forklifts
- Perform advanced diagnostics across all OE platforms (Volvo, International, Freightliner, Maxon, electrical vehicles, Material Handling Equipment and more)
- Perform high level repairs such as, but not limited to, engine and driveline, after treatment and emissions, and safety systems
- Adapt and build repair and maintenance capability for alternative fuel applications such as electric vehicle, CNG, and B100
- Diagnose failures of vehicles and disassemble, repair and reassemble parts as necessary
- Maintain documentation and records such as vehicle records and pre-trip checklists
- Answer service calls
- Support Pepsi's strong safety culture by adhering to all safety standards and procedures
- Be part of the team that maintains one of the largest fleets in North America
Requirements
While we provide extensive training and continuous education to build onto your current maintenance education and experience, we do have a few minimum requirements:
- Position requires that you have your own basic hand tools. Diagnostic, ergonomic, and high-tech equipment will be provided.
- Position also requires a number of physical movements including lifting, pinching, bending, reaching, climbing, and manipulating and handling objects (with or without an accommodation)
- At least 18 years of age
- Must be able to pass Forklift Driving Skills test (if applicable)
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds (with or without an accommodation)
- Experience or training involving hydraulic and air brake systems
- Experience performing after treatment and emissions repairs (e.g. class 6 - 8 diesel)
- Experience performing driveline repairs (e.g. class 6 - 8 diesel)
- Experience using diagnostic platforms (e.g. Noregon, Snapon, Nexiq, Altel, etc.)
Helpful experience:
- Experience removing and replacing mounted wheels to torque specs
- Experience utilizing diagnostic troubleshooting codes
- Experience with parts management and inventory controls
- Experience working under limited supervision (performing work on your own, working remotely from direct supervisor)
- Experience using shop tools (engine hoists, welding, changing tires, small tools)
- Experience with preventative maintenance programs and activities (following schedules for oil changes, documentation of work completed, tracking miles and usage hours, identifying and repairing defects)
- Experience working with computers (e.g., i-pad, using desktop computers, hand-held computers, laptop computers, performing diagnostics)
- Experience repairing forklifts (e.g., repairing propane fuel / electrical / battery systems, hydraulic systems, pallet jacks, etc.)
- Experience working with manufacturing standard manuals (e.g., use of OEM Support tools, knowing current standards, staying up-to-date with the latest technology, having experience working with electronic modules, etc.)
- Experience repairing heavy duty equipment (e.g., working on class 8, 7, 6 and medium duty trucks, brakes, tires, engines, liftgates, thermo king heater and refer units, etc.)
- Experience or training involving gas and/or diesel automotive repair
- Experience performing engine repairs (e.g. class 6 - 8 diesel)
- Experience performing safety systems repairs
- Brakes Certification
- ASE Electrical Certification
- ASE Heavy Duty Certification
- ASE Suspension Certification
- ASE, Macs or Military AC certification
- Experience driving trucks requiring a Class A or B CDL (e.g., road testing trucks, driving trucks in and out of the repair shop, etc.)
- Experience repairing light trucks (e.g., EV trucks, gas-diesel trucks, vans, support vehicles, etc.)
- Experience with shift work (being on-call, 24/7 availability, 2nd/3rd shift work, flexible work weeks)
- Hotwork/Welding Certification
- Welding experience
READY TO JOIN OUR PEPSICO FAMILY? APPLY NOW
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: $34.65 / hour
Additional Details: The anticipated closing date is
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Which food & beverage companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Oregon?
Oregon food and beverage employers that have hired OPT candidates include Tillamook County Creamery Association, Bob's Red Mill, Deschutes Brewery, and food manufacturing firms concentrated in the Willamette Valley. Larger regional grocery and distribution operations also participate. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and varies by role, company size, and whether the position qualifies as a training opportunity under OPT rules.
Which cities in Oregon have the most food & beverage F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Portland is the primary hub, with a dense concentration of food manufacturers, craft beverage producers, and food-tech startups. Salem and the broader Willamette Valley corridor are significant for agricultural processing and dairy production. Eugene has a smaller but active natural foods and specialty beverage sector. Most corporate and R&D roles that lend themselves to OPT sponsorship are concentrated in the Portland metro area.
What types of food & beverage roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles most aligned with OPT authorization in food and beverage include food scientist, quality assurance analyst, product development specialist, food safety technician, and supply chain or operations analyst. These positions connect directly to degree fields like food science, chemistry, biology, or engineering. General hourly production or service roles typically do not meet the direct-degree-relationship requirement under standard OPT rules.
How do I find food & beverage F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Oregon?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa sponsorship job seekers, and its food and beverage category filters Oregon-based roles from employers with a documented history of sponsoring international candidates. Rather than sorting through postings that make no mention of visa support, Migrate Mate surfaces positions where sponsorship context is already known, saving significant time during an OPT window.
Are there state-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Oregon's food & beverage industry?
Oregon's food and beverage sector skews heavily toward small and mid-size craft producers, many of which lack dedicated HR infrastructure for international hiring. This makes STEM OPT extension less predictable at smaller employers. Candidates with food science or engineering degrees may find better OPT support at larger manufacturers in the Portland metro or established cooperatives like Tillamook, where international hiring processes are more established.
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