QC Manager 1

Pepsi Bottling Ventures; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepsi Bottling Ventures in Winston-Salem, NC, seeks a senior Quality Control leader to plan, supervise, and optimize the QC department ensuring beverage quality and regulatory compliance across production lines.

This role requires strong GMP/GLP knowledge, hands-on lab supervision experience, and the ability to coach staff, maintain records, and coordinate internal and external audits to uphold Pepsi standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field with five years QC experience, including two years of lab supervision.
• College level chemistry experience required.
• GMPs and GLPs knowledge are essential.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to direct and motivate others.
• Good troubleshooting skills.
• Team-oriented with multitasking and prioritization abilities.
• Attention to detail and quality leadership training completion.

Responsibilities

• Directs planning, strategic goals, and objectives of the Quality Control department.
• Performs managerial duties including coaching, hiring, terminating, and staff development.
• Ensures syrups, ingredients, and product testing meet Pepsi-Cola North America guidelines.
• Maintains current regulatory knowledge.
• Maintains accurate records.
• Leads the plant’s Food Safety Team and audits the Food Safety Management System (FSMS).
• Oversees other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality Management

GMP/GLP

Leadership

MS Word

MS Excel

Laboratory supervision

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science

Tools

Analytical Lab Equipment

Forklift Certification

Job description

Unbottle YOUR Potential at Pepsi Bottling Ventures!

At Pepsi, we spread home-grown joy, in our special Pepsi Bottling Ventures way! Pepsi Bottling Ventures is the nation’s largest private bottler and distributor of Pepsi beverages. Pepsi Bottling Ventures is based in NC, SC, MD, & DE.

Unbottle YOUR Potential at Pepsi Bottling Ventures!

At Pepsi, we spread home-grown joy, in our special Pepsi Bottling Ventures way! Pepsi Bottling Ventures is the nation’s largest private bottler and distributor of Pepsi beverages. Pepsi Bottling Ventures is based in NC, SC, MD, & DE.

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Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Plans, supervises, and coordinates the operations of the Quality Control department to ensure completion of department goals and beverage quality.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Directs the planning, strategic goals, and objectives of the Quality Control department.
• Performs full range of managerial duties for employees supervised including coaching/counseling, hiring, terminating, and employee development.
• Ensures that all syrups, ingredients, and product testing are preferred according to Pepsi-Cola North America guidelines.
• Maintains current knowledge of regulatory issues.
• Maintains accurate records.
• Facilitates department training for new hires.
• Leads the plant’s Food Safety Team and is the local resource for all regulatory and third-party audits and oversees the implementation and management of the Food Safety Management System (FSMS).
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science or related field and five (5) years Quality Control experience, which includes two (2) years lab supervisory experience required. Must have college level chemistry experience. Must have Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP’s). Must have strong oral and written communication skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required. Must be able to direct and motivate others. Must have good troubleshooting skills. Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment. The ability to multi-task and set priorities is required. Must pay close attention to details. Must be able to satisfactorily complete the Quality Leadership Training Program. Must be able to satisfactorily complete Forklift/Powered Industrial Truck Certification. Must be able to travel 10%. Must be able to work hours necessary to complete assigned tasks.

Mental Functions

ESSENTIAL MENTAL AND PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

Diversified and complex job requiring continuous and sustained mental effort and alertness or very close work requiring constant visual attention.

Physical Functions

Frequently (34%-66%) required to walk and stand. Must occasionally (0%-33%) sit, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs.

EQUIPMENT USED

Analytical Lab equipment, micro equipment, blending equipment, micro-blend, Forklift/ Powered Industrial Truck, Clean –In-Process (CIP) equipment, and computers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES

Supervises a section or department of 6 to 12 persons.

Language Skills

Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend 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]