Overview

We are PepsiCo Supply Chain. We are the game changers, innovators, collaborators, history makers focused on sustainability and creating global brands. We are 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 Tropicana, 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 perspective 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.

• Advise and engage with the salaried Quality professionals to ensure effective application of food safety management techniques
• Deliver effective change leadership while driving business changes and minimizing people impact
• Develops the team to take on day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of process improvements and technical developments
• Communicates and collaborate cross-functionally to assist team to solve operational issues
• Communicate and collaborate cross-functionally to assist team to solve operational issues
• Builds people capability through effective employee relations, hiring, training, and communication for front-line hourly personnel
• Motivate team members to achieve plan goals
• Lead and develop action plans with production, engineering, and the QC manager to improve the site food safety programs, GMP compliance, and other FSMA requirements..
• Lead regular cross-functional GMP walks to identify opportunities and work with partners to implement countermeasures.
• Provide forward-thinking insights for future business improvements.
• Serve as a key statistical resource. Verify product and process improvements through the implementation and analysis of statistically designed experiments and capability studies.
• Lead food safety and compliance audits, including FSSC 22000, AIB, QAS
• Ensure all internal and external sanitation is complete and properly meets quality standards.
• Lead the interpretation of in-process and analytical data to make quality evaluations, recommend actions for improvements, and assure resolution. Challenge results and drive improvements. Coach others in the interpretation of results.
• Administer policies and procedures
• Regular and predictable attendance at the work site
• This role requires regular presence on the plant floor
• This role may require off-shift and weekend work
• This role may require some travel (less than 5%)

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $60,000 - $100,500.
• 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.
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 8% of annual salary paid out annually.
• 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.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred. Preferably in engineering, food science, operations management, or similar field
• Food safety audit experience desired
• GFSI Certifaction, HACCP certification, strongly preferred
• Lean Six Sigma and Project Management Experience preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in the Food/Beverage Industry preferred
• Clear understanding and working knowledge of process and compliance quality systems
• Clear understanding of Continuous Improvement Processes
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and AIB standards.
• Ability to motivate, lead, and work with teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
• Ability to lead a team-based approach to decision-making
• Proven ability to work in a results-oriented, challenging environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to get results through mentoring others
• Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team building skills
• This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States
• Must have a valid driver's license