Location: Philadelphia, PA
Company: Pepsico
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 Pepsi Co, 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 Possibilities of Pepsi Co. Job Description The Quality Control Leader is accountable for ensuring that the plant follows and adheres to quality protocols and produces the highest quality product. The Quality Manager is responsible for leading Quality Technicians and developing a team of Quality Supervisors. Responsibilities include cost efficiency, continuous improvement on processes, service, and safety for an entire business unit across all shifts. The Quality
Control Manager works with production, maintenance and warehouse teams across the plant by communicating quality procedures and developing long term sustainable practices to maintain superior quality process.
This position has 2 Supervisor and 2 Raw Material Coordinator Direct Reports. This position oversees the Quality processes at one Manufacturing facility that consists of 3 Production lines. Responsibilities Lead the salaried Quality professionals to ensure effective application of quality management techniques Deliver effective change leadership while driving business changes and minimizing people impact 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 and salaried personnel Motivate team members to achieve plan goals Identify and lead efforts of product/process quality and cost management opportunities to achieve productivity gains Lead the plant QC Pillar through the Continuous Improvement journey Lead and develop action plans with production, engineering, and division Quality Assurance to improve the product specifications, analytical procedures, and sampling programs and ensure that they are appropriate and meet system capability and key consumer requirements.
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 Design and implement programs to monitor calibration and accuracy of all analytical procedures and equipment in the plant.
Ensure compliance to the OSHA chemical hygiene plan and proper laboratory safety practices by involving all employees in an effective safety program; provide training, periodic review of hazards, and timely correction of hazardous situations. 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. Lead risk backssment analysis throughout the plant. Manage issues with non-conforming product to assure proper control, minimize loses, and provide analysis to drive the elimination of future occurrences.
Provide training in the area of food science, regulatory requirements, and quality measurement systems to appropriate personnel. Administer policies and procedures Regular and predictable attendance at the work site This role requires regular presence on the plant floor This role may operate forklift and manufacturing equipment occasionally This role may require off-shift and weekend work This role may require some travel (less than 5%) Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
Preferably in engineering, business, operations management, or similar field Lean Six Sigma and Project Management Experience preferred. Minimum of 5 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 Compensation and Benefits: The expected compensation range for this position is between $81,000 - $135,600 based on a full-time schedule.
Location, confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary Bonus based on performance and eligibility; target payout is 12% of annual salary paid out annually.
Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement. In addition to salary, Pepsi Co 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.
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Pepsi Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / interactionual Orientation / Gender Identity 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 Pepsi Co EEO Policy. Please view our Pay Transparency Statement
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