Lead QC LabTechnician

Pepsi Bottling Ventures LLC; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepsi Bottling Ventures LLC in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a Lead Lab Technician to assure product quality and compliance with PCNA specs. You will operate blending equipment, review daily records, test water and syrup, calibrate equipment, and train new associates while supporting a high-performing QC team.

Collaborate with QC supervisors to monitor beverage quality in a fast-paced environment and ensure finished products meet stringent specifications.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent or three (3) years of quality control experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs micro blend operation.
• Tests finished products, packages, water, syrup, and high-fructose corn syrup.
• Monitors production lines for beverage quality.
• Calibrates equipment.
• Testing and treat water Microbiology collecting, plating, reading and recording.
• Receives concentrate Controls lab inventory (Kanban).
• Trains new technicians.
• CIP Verification/Setup/Perform.
• Organizes storage, perform housekeeping and trash removal.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mathematics

Computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Hand-eye coordination

Self-motivation

Procedural compliance

Fast-paced environment

Leadership skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Analytical lab equipment

Calculator

Computer

Microblend equipment

Syrup room equipment

Water treatment equipment

Job description

Job Description PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The primary purpose of this job is to assure that all products produced meet PCNA specifications. The Lead Lab Technician operates, monitors, and makes adjustments on the blending equipment to assure product quality. Reviews daily records for accuracy, trains new associates, and works with the team to ensure only the highest quality products are manufactured. Other responsibilities include testing water quality, syrup quality, sugar testing, finished product testing, and packaging testing as outlined by PCNA quality procedures and methods, as well as other jobs and duties assigned. The Lead Lab Technician works closely with the QC Supervisor and QC Manager on a daily basis creating a productive and efficient team.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Performs micro blend operation.
• Tests finished products, packages, water, syrup, and high-fructose corn syrup.
• Monitors production lines for beverage quality.
• Calibrates equipment.
• Testing and treat water Microbiology collecting, plating, reading and recording.
• Receives concentrate Controls lab inventory (Kanban).
• Trains new technicians.
• CIP Verification/Setup/Perform.
• Organizes storage, perform housekeeping and trash removal.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school or equivalent or three (3) years of quality control experience.
• Must have basic math and computer skills.
• Background in chemistry and laboratory environment preferred.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Must be able to think analytically.
• Good hand eye coordination.
• Must be self‑motivated with strong initiative.
• Must be able to learn and follow establish procedures without deviation.
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must have good training and leadership skills.
• Must be able to work hours necessary to complete assigned tasks.

EQUIPMENT USED

• Analytical lab equipment, calculator, computer, microblend, syrup room equipment, water treatment equipment and deaireator.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES

None required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehends English proficiently. Unfortunately, we will be unable to offer visa sponsorships to candidates.

EOE M/F/D/V

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on valid job‑related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1-800-662-8792 or via e‑mail at [e-mail]

Who We Are

We are jointly owned by Suntory and PepsiCo. Suntory is a family‑owned business founded in Japan more than 125 years ago that is known globally for their beverages and innovative spirit. PepsiCo has a 125‑year plus legacy as a global leader in convenient foods and beverages. We represent Suntory’s non‑alcoholic beverage industry in the United States and have an 80‑year plus legacy of providing PepsiCo products to the Carolinas and beyond.

What We Do

We make, sell, and distribute PepsiCo and more beverages. We have the exclusive rights to make, sell, and distribute directly to stores in our territory the world‑renowned PepsiCo and Keurig Dr. Pepper beverages. These exclusive rights make up the vast majority of our business and cover certain counties across five states. We also create our own beverages, producing and distributing them to our customers’ warehouses nationally. And we make, sell, and distribute to our customers’ warehouses a growing portfolio of beverages nationally. These beverages make up a small, but growing part of our business.

What Makes Us Unique

We bring you the beverages you love. We bring PepsiCo’s and Keurig Dr. Pepper’s beloved beverages and more to you and our customers. As a part of Suntory, we believe in dreaming big and boldly pursuing our dreams, growing for good, and giving back to society. We innovate to create new beverages, like our Nature’s Twist refreshing lemonade line, and we continuously expand our beverage portfolio to bring you and our customers joy.

What We Look for in Team Members

We value integrity, teamwork, accountability, creativity, and communication in all we do and expect the same from all team members.