Quality Control Technician - 2nd Shift

PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH; Maple Ridge (IN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH is seeking a quality control professional to support second shift operations in Indiana, performing routine analytical tests and inspections to ensure product and packaging meet PepsiCo standards.

The role requires a High School diploma (Bachelor's preferred) with 1–2 years in food manufacturing and strong MS Office skills. Opportunities include Lean Six Sigma involvement and staff training on new SOPs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in food manufacturing or related environment.
• 1+ year of experience with documentation, SOPs, and recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production lines for quality issues.
• Complete analytical testing on finished products.
• Ensure food safety standards through audits and inspections.
• Review production paperwork for compliance.
• Train frontline and salaried staff on new SOPs.
• Participate in Lean Six Sigma/TPM initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are PepsiCo Supply Chain. We are the game changers, innovators, collaborators and history makers. The ground breakers of the Supply Chain & Logistics space.

We are a diverse group, spread across 200 countries and territories, and united by a shared set of values and goals. You know our name through our amazing portfolio, including Pepsi, Frito-Lay, Quaker and Gatorade.

We perform with a purpose. We dream globally and act locally, constantly innovating to sustain our planet, our people, our communities and our business practices. Together, we raise the bar in lean manufacturing practices. We put forth new standards and stretch to reach beyond the goals we set. We are a think tank, bringing our ideas into action and are determined to find ways to drive efficiencies, improve processes and achieve the highest level of safety… all while meeting the demands of our customers and consumers to deliver the best products. At PepsiCo, we are committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, and to strengthen the company as a whole.

Are you hungry to be a part of the world’s largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the opportunities of PepsiCo: what makes you unique makes us better.

In this role you will perform routine analytical and physical tests to ensure resulting finished products and packaging meets PepsiCo standards. Additionally you will work closely with production and perform a wide variety of tasks such as product testing, raw material inspection, finished good inspection, sanitation inspection, and creating finished good or packaging holds.

Responsibilities

• This role is a second shift position (2:30pm- 11:00pm) Monday - Friday. Rotating weekend coverage scheduled every 3rd weekend (12:00pm - 12:00am)
• Monitor the production lines for quality issues
• Complete analytical testing on finished products using various scientific methods
• Ensure compliance to food safety standards by performing audits and inspections
• Collect and plate routine micro samples from ingredients, water, and equipment surfaces
• Perform review of production paperwork for compliance
• Complete routine lab equipment calibration and maintenance
• Manage non-conforming finished products/ incoming materials
• Create and train frontline and salaried staff on new SOPs
• Conduct quality related trainings with front line associates
• Participate in Lean Six Sigma/TPM initiatives
• Provide support to new product innovation projects
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $45,900 - $73,250.
• Location confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in food manufacturing or a related manufacturing environment preferred.
• 1+ year of experience with documentation, written procedures/SOPs, and recordkeeping.
• 1+ year of experience performing calculations, measurements, and unit conversions.
• 1+ year of experience using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime as needed.

EEO Statement

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age.

If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.

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