Quality Control Technician - Beverage Production

PepsiCo; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo in Wichita, KS is seeking an industrial lab/production technician to operate and monitor packaging lines, weighing and mixing ingredients, and perform routine quality tests to ensure product consistency. You will maintain records, troubleshoot, and coordinate with maintenance to keep lines running smoothly.

The role will require lifting 20–45 lb loads, standing for long periods, and following SOPs to ensure strict adherence to product specs.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Experience with SOPs and standard operating procedures.
• Experience with audit compliance and documentation.
• Experience with product changeovers (e.g., CIP, flavor changes, sanitizing).
• Experience operating testing instruments (e.g., Carbo QC, HPLC, Densitometers).
• Experience with microbiology basics and water treatment systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production line(s) to ensure efficiency.
• Remove or shift materials and/or finished products to facilitate proper flow.
• Perform tests and use special equipment to ensure package and product quality.
• Operate all manufacturing equipment efficiently and safely.
• Clean equipment and area during and after shift.
• Maintain clean work area through good housekeeping practices.
• Follow process guidelines and expedite quality concerns to management.
• Work with production/maintenance as necessary.
• Keep daily records tests performed and results.
• Regular, reliable, predictable attendance.

Skills

Audit compliance

Product changeovers

Testing instruments

SOPs adherence

Instrument calibration

Microbiology

Water treatment

Mechanical troubleshooting

Sensory testing

Basic chemistry

Tools

Carbo QC

HPLC

Densitometers

Water testing equipment

Job description

PepsiCo in Wichita, KS is seeking an industrial lab/production technician to operate and monitor packaging lines, weighing and mixing ingredients, and perform routine quality tests to ensure product consistency. You will maintain records, troubleshoot, and coordinate with maintenance to keep lines running smoothly.

The role will require lifting 20–45 lb loads, standing for long periods, and following SOPs to ensure strict adherence to product specs.