Tipper Operator Role at The PepsiCo, Apply now!

Job Details

🏢 Job Title: Tipper Operator
🏛️ Company: PepsiCo South Africa
📍 Location: Ceres, Western Cape, South Africa
💼 Job Type: Full-Time
🏠 Work Model: On-Site
🛠️ Industry: Food & Beverage Manufacturing / Supply Chain / Production
🆔 Job Reference: 444241

Company Overview

PepsiCo is a global food and beverage leader whose products are consumed over one billion times daily across more than 200 countries. The company’s portfolio includes globally recognised brands such as Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, and Quaker.

Through its PepsiCo Positive (pep+) strategy, the organisation focuses on sustainability, operational excellence, and creating value through people and environmentally responsible production systems. In South Africa, PepsiCo operates large-scale manufacturing and supply chain facilities supporting local and export markets.

Job Overview

The Tipper Operator plays a key role in the blending and production process by ensuring accurate handling, measurement, and transfer of raw materials into mixing systems. The role requires strict adherence to recipes, safety standards, and quality procedures to maintain product consistency and traceability within the production line.

This position is suited to individuals who are detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process raw materials for blending operations
• Open drums and safely load materials onto conveyors
• Tip and decant materials into designated mixing equipment using hoists
• Ensure accurate quantities are used according to production recipes
• Maintain cleanliness of crushers, blending equipment, and work areas
• Monitor blending processes and identify deviations or abnormalities
• Record batch numbers for traceability and quality control
• Seal and manage used containers and report waste materials
• Follow standard operating procedures for mixing sequences
• Assist with cleaning and stacking of empty drums and materials
• Support housekeeping and safety compliance in the production area
• Report faulty or non-conforming raw materials to supervisors
• Participate in safety and operational improvement activities

Qualifications

Education

• Grade 12 / Matric required

Experience

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is advantageous
• Exposure to food processing or blending operations is beneficial

Skills

• Understanding of GMP, HACCP, BRC, and food safety standards
• Strong attention to detail and quality awareness
• Ability to follow SOPs and production recipes accurately
• Basic record-keeping and batch tracking ability
• Knowledge of MSDS and chemical/material handling procedures
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production targets
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Willingness to work overtime, shifts, and weekends when required

CV Tips

To improve your chances of selection, ensure your CV highlights:

• Any food or beverage manufacturing experience
• Experience in production, blending, or material handling
• Knowledge of safety and hygiene standards (GMP, HACCP, BRC)
• Experience working with batch records or traceability systems
• Shift work or high-volume production experience
• Strong attention to detail in operational tasks

Pro Tip: Use keywords such as food production, blending operations, batch control, GMP compliance, HACCP, material handling, and manufacturing safety for better ATS matching.

Benefits of Joining the Company

• Opportunity to work with a global FMCG leader
• Structured training in food safety and production systems
• Exposure to large-scale manufacturing operations
• Career growth within supply chain and production environments
• Strong safety and quality-driven workplace culture
• Participation in globally recognised sustainability initiatives (pep+)

Company Policy

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fair recruitment practices and employment equity in line with South African legislation.

All applications are treated confidentially. Selection is based on skills, experience, and operational requirements. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.