Working shift:  Monday to Friday, some Saturdays if needed. 5am-1pm

Purpose of Position: This position provides technical and process knowledge for water treatment/wastewater management using microscopes, chemical tests, and other diagnostic techniques to screen the water for potentially hazardous microorganisms.

Responsibilities - Ownership of all Microbiological testing and results interpretation; Communication to team on issues; Leading teams through troubleshooting and implementation of actions based on findings. - Training of back up (Supervisors and leads) on Micro Testing in Tech's absence. - Maintain, PM and Calibrate Lab and Water Room equipment (report to management which pieces of equipment are no longer being serviced by outside vendor) on a weekly, monthly and annual basis. - Weekly Inventory, order and pay for chemicals and consumables for micro lab, quality lab and syrup room; Rotate lab chemicals as needed. - Organize and review paperwork - Complete weekly air samples within the processing room and document and retain records. - Review CIP records file and maintain records. - Manage monthly Rinse Water submissions. - Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices with regards to micro/sanitation. - Demonstrates a working knowledge of production equipment (processing and packaging equipment) and its' related impact on overall microbiological cleanliness. - Verify batches as needed. - Owner -- (Corporate Micro and Sensory proficiency testing, setup sensory panels and conduct in plant sensory training, and assure that we have crackers). - Keep maintenance book updated concerning the Water Room. - Complete monthly wastewater inspections. - Manage sample submissions to external labs. - Other duties as assigned.

Compensation and Benefits: - The expected compensation range for this position is between $50,600 - $75,950. - 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 - Minimum of 5 years prior experience preferably in a high speed manufacturing environment. - Bachelor's Degree in biological sciences preferred. - At least 1 year of experience in quality control - At least 1 year of laboratory experience - Experience troubleshooting

EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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

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