Onsite FS And Qlty Ops Assoc Leader

PepsiCo Inc.; Patiala District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo Inc. Patiala site seeks a seasoned QA/QC lab professional to lead lab operations (Micro/Sensory/Analytical), ensure GLP, SOP, IS standards, and drive quality KPI delivery and continual improvements in concentrate production.

The role requires a PG in Biotech/Chemistry/Food Technology with 5+ years in a food manufacturing plant, strong knowledge of chemical, biological and physical testing, water treatment, and the ability to manage Quality systems (GMP, FSSC) and audits within a

Qualifications

• PG in Biotech, Chemistry or Food Technology required.
• 5+ years in a food manufacturing plant, preferably MNC.
• Knowledge of QA systems, GMP, and FSSC audits preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead lab operations (Micro, Sensory, Analytical) as per SOPs.
• Maintain 100% compliance to QPP, TM, SOP, IS and GLP for the lab.
• Analyze concentrate per quality standards and monitor KPIs.
• Coordinate with production, stores & planning for smooth manufacture of concentrate.
• Maintain lab hygiene, housekeeping, sanitation and GLP standards.
• Implement Quality procedures and SOPs issued by SC Quality Group.
• Lead Non-Conformance Programme and site Trackwise.
• Ensure compliance to Proficiency, Water, and external analysis programmes.
• Liaise with external parties on QC matters.

Skills

Lab operations

GLP compliance

Quality control

Education

Postgraduate in Biotech/Chemistry/Food Technology

Tools

Analytical instruments

Job description

Job Description:

Overview

The position will take care of the lab’s Quality control, FG and RM approvals, lab documentations, proficiency, productivity, complainces on GLP, Continual improvements. The Position is a key role in concentrate operations at site. The position is vital in review and implement the Product Quality testings, approavls and executing the policies and guidelines issued from SC. The position is part of middle Management team and is responsible to deliver key Quality and Food Safety KPIs of the site

Responsibilities

• Overall responsible for lab operations (Micro/Sensory/Analytical) as laid down SOPs
• To maintain 100 % compliance to all QPP, TM, SOP, IS and GLP requirements related to lab.
• Ensure analysis of concentrate as per required specified quality standards & Monitor quality KPI s
• To co-ordinate with production, stores & planning to ensure smooth mfg. of concenterate.
• Ensure and maintain lab hygiene, housekeeping, sanitation and GLP standards.
• To ensure implementation of all Quality procedures and SOP s issued from the SC Quality Group.
• Lead the Non Conformance Programme & Lead site Trackwise
• Compliance to Proficiency programme/Water programme/external analysis
• Liaison with external parties on matters relating to the QC

Qualifications

• Minimum PG in Biotech/Chemistry /Food Technology. Sound knowledge of lab and instruments operations is important.
• Minimum of 5 years in a food manufacturing plant, preferably MNC. Knowledge on various chemical, biological and physical testing and water treatment process.
• Knowledge of Quality systems & Techniques, FSSC, Instrumentation, Budgets, GMP & Food Safety audits

Requirements: