Job Details

Overview

This position plays a vital role in the success of PepsiCo by ensuring that all ingredients and finished products meet our high-quality standards. You will oversee a dedicated team of Quality Technicians, focusing on cost efficiency, continuous improvement, and safety within the business unit during your shift.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and process knowledge in areas such as water treatment/wastewater, product batching, testing, and supplier evaluation.
• Maintain familiarity with production equipment and understand how it impacts product quality.
• Ensure compliance with food safety pre-requisite programs including GMP, sanitation, documentation, and regulatory audits.
• Stay updated on process improvements and technical advancements.
• Develop team capabilities through effective hiring, training, and communication with both management and frontline employees.
• Empower the team to address day-to-day operational challenges and meet performance goals.
• Lead change initiatives while minimizing impact on personnel.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve operational issues effectively.
• Motivate team members to achieve operational goals.
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations, including food safety standards.
• Oversee regulatory audits and inspections, including AIB, FDA, and ISO F2200 standards.
• Administer company policies and procedures effectively.
• Maintain regular, predictable attendance on the plant floor.
• Occasional lifting up to 40 lbs. as required.
• Be prepared to work in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Occasionally operate forklifts and manufacturing equipment.
• Willingness to work off-shift and weekends as needed.
• Some travel may be required (less than 5%).
• Work a rotative schedule of 2-2-3, from 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM.

Compensation and Benefits

• The expected salary range for this position is between $64,300 - $107,650, depending on your location, skills, experience, and education.
• Bonus opportunities based on performance (target payout is 8% of annual salary).
• Paid time off packages include parental leave, vacation, sick leave, and bereavement, subject to eligibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, health savings accounts, employee assistance programs, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, preferably in engineering, business, operations management, or a similar field.
• Minimum two years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in quality control within a high-speed manufacturing environment, preferably in consumer packaged goods.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications.
• Skilled in giving and receiving constructive feedback.
• Ability to lead a collaborative, team-oriented decision-making process.
• Experience working in a results-oriented environment.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team-building abilities.
• Must have the legal right to work in the United States on an indefinite basis.

This role is crucial for upholding the standards of our production processes. We invite qualified candidates to join our team and help maintain PepsiCo's reputation for quality.