About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a diverse portfolio that includes iconic brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Quaker, and Tropicana. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs more than 300,000 people globally and is committed to sustainable growth, innovation, and delivering consumer-loved products. In North America, PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) manages the production, distribution, and sales of refreshing beverages that keep America moving. As a Warehouse Person (Loader) in Grand Junction, Colorado, you'll play a vital role in our supply chain, ensuring products reach stores efficiently and on time. PepsiCo values diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Role Overview

The Warehouse Person (Loader) - Evenings position in Grand Junction, Colorado, is a labor-intensive role perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced warehouse environments. Working evening shifts, you'll hand-build pallets of PepsiCo products for bulk and route trucks, operate forklifts and electronic pallet jacks, and ensure order accuracy. Starting at $20.60 per hour, this full-time role involves loading outgoing trucks, unloading incoming ones, and maintaining a safe, clean workspace across varying weather conditions and shift lengths. Ideal for candidates with warehouse experience, this position offers physical challenges and rewards with stable employment at a Fortune 500 company.

Shift Details

Evening shifts with duration based on workload, requiring regular, reliable attendance. Expect constant standing, walking, bending, twisting, squatting, reaching, and grasping while handling 20-45 pound cases repeatedly.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll be the backbone of PepsiCo's distribution operations. Primary accountabilities include:

• Driving power pallet jack or forklift to picking areas and building pallets/loads according to load sheets or voice pick systems.
• Marking load tickets for out-of-stock items, wrapping completed pallets, and turning in paperwork for verification.
• Staging pallets/loads into trucks, completing partial pallets, and storing mixed pallets properly.
• Loading bulk trucks with designated products, ensuring pallet stability via stacking and shrink-wrapping.
• Handling route truck loads customized to salesperson orders, unloading returns, and maintaining housekeeping standards.

Accuracy in shipper/receiver documentation and compliance with warehouse instructions are non-negotiable.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• Ability to lift high volumes of 20-45 lb cases repeatedly.
• Comfortable with physical demands in varied weather and extended shifts.

Helpful Experience

• Warehouse operations like order selecting, product storage, staging, and powered equipment use.
• Forklift proficiency: driving forward/backward, boom control, tight maneuvers without damage.
• Working with racking systems: pulling/placing pallets, vertical stacking for max storage.
• Team environment experience: cooperating, joint problem-solving.

PepsiCo considers qualified applicants with criminal histories per Fair Chance Ordinances and FCRA.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers a robust benefits package to support you and your family:

• Competitive hourly wage of $20.60, equating to approximately $42,848 annually.
• Healthcare insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, and health/dependent care reimbursement accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid time off, shift differentials, and employee discounts on PepsiCo products.
• Wellness programs and professional development resources.

Career Growth

At PepsiCo, warehouse roles are launchpads for advancement. Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge equipment and processes, positioning you for promotions into lead operator, supervisor, or logistics management positions. PepsiCo invests in employee training, certifications, and leadership programs, with many starting in loader roles advancing to multi-site operations. Join a company where 90% of leaders began in frontline positions.

Why Join Us

Work for a global icon in Grand Junction, Colorado, where your efforts directly impact local communities and national distribution. Enjoy stability with a company prioritizing safety, innovation, and employee well-being. PepsiCo's commitment to sustainability means you're contributing to eco-friendly practices like efficient loading to reduce emissions. With evening shifts, balance work with daytime life while building a rewarding career in supply chain logistics.

Role FAQs

What shift is this role?

Evening shifts, varying by workload; regular attendance required.

Do I need prior experience?

18+ years old required; warehouse, forklift, and team experience helpful but not mandatory.

What is the pay and benefits?

$20.60/hour with full benefits including health insurance and retirement.

Is heavy lifting involved?

Yes, repeated lifting of 20-45 lb cases in a high-volume environment.

How does PepsiCo support career growth?

Through training, certifications, and internal promotion opportunities.

Ready to load up your career? Apply now for the Warehouse Person (Loader) - Evenings role at PepsiCo in Grand Junction, CO.