About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a global portfolio that includes iconic brands like Pepsi, Lay's, Gatorade, and Quaker. In Russia, PepsiCo operates state-of-the-art facilities, including dairy processing plants under subsidiaries like Wimm-Bill-Dann, ensuring high-quality production of milk and dairy products. With a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and employee development, PepsiCo offers rewarding careers in the food industry. Our Timashevsk Dairy Plant is a key hub for milk reception, processing, and hygiene maintenance, where precision and dedication drive our success.

Role Overview

As a Centralized Washing Operator at PepsiCo's Timashevsk facility, you will play a critical role in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and operational efficiency in our milk and ingredients reception area. This full-time position involves operating advanced centralized washing systems, managing chemical solutions, and ensuring equipment hygiene to support seamless dairy production. Ideal for those with technical aptitude and a passion for food safety, this role offers hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Shift work includes 12-hour days (8:00-20:00) or nights (20:00-8:00) with two days off, supported by company transportation.

Key Responsibilities

Your daily tasks will focus on precision and safety:

• Operate centralized washing systems and automated transport for cleaning solutions to moeching stations.
• Oversee the reception and control of downloading concentrated alkali and acid solutions.
• Conduct sampling of working solutions and perform necessary replacements or adjustments for optimal concentration across washing modules.
• Monitor and maintain the technical and hygienic state of all related equipment.
• Support operations in the recovery section, ensuring continuous workflow.

These responsibilities demand attention to detail and adherence to strict hygiene protocols, contributing directly to product quality and safety.

Qualifications & Requirements

We seek candidates who bring the right mix of education, skills, and enthusiasm:

• Secondary specialized education (SUZ or higher); university graduates welcome.
• Desirable knowledge of hygiene requirements for food products and equipment processing.
• Production equipment experience preferred, but recent graduates with factory internships or practice are encouraged to apply.
• Physical fitness for shift work in a production setting.
• Russian language proficiency for operational communication.

No prior extensive experience required—PepsiCo provides training to help you excel.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its employees with comprehensive support:

• Official full-time employment with our subsidiary, ensuring job security.
• Competitive salary paid twice monthly, with annual performance-based increases.
• Complete social package, including voluntary medical insurance (DMS) and life insurance.
• Free specialized workwear and protective gear.
• Convenient shift schedule with dedicated company bus service across Timashevsk.
• Access to corporate learning programs for skill enhancement.

These perks create a supportive environment for work-life balance and personal well-being.

Career Growth

At PepsiCo, your potential is limitless. Starting as a Centralized Washing Operator opens doors to advanced roles in production, quality control, maintenance, or supervision. Our structured training and mentorship programs equip you with certifications in food safety, equipment operation, and leadership. Many employees advance to team lead or specialist positions within 2-3 years. With PepsiCo's global network, opportunities extend to other sites in Russia and beyond, fostering long-term career progression in the food and beverage sector.

Why Join Us

Joining PepsiCo in Timashevsk means becoming part of a world-class team dedicated to nourishing the world sustainably. Work with cutting-edge technology in a modern dairy plant, contribute to beloved products, and enjoy stability in Russia's food industry. Our inclusive culture emphasizes safety, innovation, and employee success. With local transportation, health benefits, and growth paths, this role offers more than a job—it's a launchpad for your professional journey. Apply today and help shape the future of dairy excellence at PepsiCo.

Role FAQs

What is the work schedule?

12-hour shifts: day (8:00-20:00) or night (20:00-8:00), with 2 days off per cycle.

Is experience required?

Preferred but not mandatory; internships count, and training is provided.

What benefits include health coverage?

Full DMS policy, life insurance, and social package.

How do I get to work?

Free company bus throughout Timashevsk.

Are there advancement opportunities?

Yes, through corporate training and performance reviews.