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Frito-Lay

Electro‑Mechanical Reliability Mechanic

Frito-Lay, Frankfort, Indiana, United States, 46041

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Base pay range $37.00/hr - $41.00/hr

Can you keep complex systems running at peak?

If your answer is yes—especially when 480V three‑phase motors, PLCs, pneumatics, and hydraulics are involved—you’ll feel at home on our Maintenance team.

Your impact

Own multi‑craft troubleshooting and repair across electrical and mechanical systems

Install, commission, and maintain pneumatic/hydraulic components, control valves, and centrifugal/positive displacement pumps

Read electrical schematics; apply AC/DC theory with a volt‑ohm meter, amp meter, and oscilloscope

Diagnose automation issues leveraging strong Programmable Logic Controller knowledge

Execute preventive maintenance and manage work orders within our tracking system

Machine and fabricate parts using lathes, mills, and arc/Heliarc® welding

Respond fast to maintenance calls and help finish in‑progress repairs to restore uptime

Assess equipment, build punch lists, and set short‑ and long‑term repair priorities

Mentor entry‑level mechanics through complex tasks

Where you’ll work

Full‑time role; hours vary by site needs and day‑to‑day demand

Large, loud production environment where temperature and humidity reflect the seasons

What we look for

Service mindset: Respectful collaboration with teammates at every level

Adaptability: Comfortable switching gears and balancing PMs with urgent calls

Ownership: Works independently and upholds quality and speed

Safety focus: Follows procedures to minimize risk to people and product

Requirements

18+ years old; available for weekends and holidays

Lift 15–50 lbs with or without a reasonable accommodation

Stand and walk for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation

Climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation

Comfort in environments with extreme temperatures, humidity, loud/hazardous equipment, and slippery surfaces

Preferred qualifications

Electrical certification, technical school, welding, and/or manufacturing maintenance experience

Approximately two years of mechanical/electrical repair training in a manufacturing setting preferred

Selection process and growth Before an in‑person interview, you’ll complete a

hands‑on electrical skills test . Begin your journey at Frito‑Lay and unlock career opportunities across PepsiCo. We offer competitive pay plus comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company contribution, paid vacation, and more.

What we’re known for

Expertise with high‑voltage wiring (480V 3‑phase motors)

True multi‑craft maintenance and repair across electrical and mechanical systems

Proficiencies needed

PLC Troubleshooting Skills

Electrical Schematics

PLC Wiring Experience

Compliance and equal opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity. 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. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & View the PepsiCo EEO Policy.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Food and Beverage Services

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