Chemist / Microbiologist

Overview

We Are PepsiCo

PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes LAY’S ️, DORITOS ️, CHEETOS ️, GATORADE ️, PEPSI ️, QUAKER ️ and more. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. Our employees drive our culture. No two days are the same; we are dynamic and full of passionate teams that embrace new ideas through our collaborative spirit.

At PepsiCo, we know that our company can only succeed when our associates and the society we serve flourishes. We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce by creating a collaborative, equitable and inclusive space where everyone, regardless of what we look like, where we come from or who we love, has a voice. At PepsiCo we create a Space to be y( )u. Learn more about our culture and life at PepsiCo: https://stories.pepsicojobs.com/

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Responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE

To ensure all manufactured products meet specified PepsiCo- and regulatory standards in terms of specification and food safety compliance and non-conforming finished products, ingredients, packaging materials and raw materials are not released. All PepsiCo Quality and Food Safety system standards are implemented, monitored, audit targets achieved, and relevant Plant safety requirements are met.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. To conduct daily analysis on finished products, incoming raw and packaging materials and ensure that only conforming FGRMPM are released and non-conforming ones are isolated and held for further action as per Quality Policy and Procedures.
2. Participate in inspection visits by regulatory authorities and support addressing issues and concerns.
3. To ensure GMP is followed by plant personnel and raise relevant issues during the shift.
4. Participate in monthly Food safety audit and support in implementing FS standards and audit findings.
5. Meet relevant safety requirements such as Near Miss, chemical management and support implementation of other EHS standards.
6. Sustain safe work environment in labs by adhering to SWPs (Safe Working Procedures) in labs while maintaining high housekeeping standards in line with 5S.
7. Attend Sensory evaluation test (Quality wall) during shift including review process and packaging performance hourly performance and follow-up from previous sensory evaluation findings. This includes the “Hot and mini walls.”
8. Monitor production operator’s product analysis and evaluation both in process and packaging, take action (if necessary) and enter results in SPC sheet and weak link.
9. To communicate timely the results of acceptance and rejections of RMPM to concerned functions, issue reports and action the decision through SAP.
10. To take immediate action in case of any noncompliance noticed during analysis and line monitoring by initiating relevant Hold/Release and coordinate with concerned leaders for inspection and action, including the completion of CAPA.
11. To coordinate corrective action with the concerned team leaders if required.
12. To carry out monthly and quarterly in market evaluation of finished products. This includes CQA and PQMd samples.
13. Participate in the internal and external proficiency test.
14. Participate in complaint investigation and follow-up corrective actions.
15. To maintain laboratory area and equipment in good working and tidy condition while meeting safety requirements and maintain calibration status of lab instruments.
16. To support developmental activities/projects relevant to the function.
17. To ensure GMP is followed by plant personnel and raise relevant issues during the shift.
18. Support in implementing IPS, Food Safety, Lab and Quality standards and follow-up audit findings.
19. Authority to accept conforming materials.
20. Authority to hold or reject non-conforming materials and products.
21. Manage the shift activities independently.

SAUDI ARABIA – JOB DESCRIPTIONS Supply Chain PepsiCo International – Operations JD V14 SC-JD Chemist 2

1. Authority to enforce GMP in the plant and stop lines in case of critical non-conformity observed during shifts.
2. To train colleagues and disseminate the knowledge gained through internal and external trainings.
3. Verify production and warehouses concerns related to quality and communicate result. (on line rejection / Warehouse unloading rejection)
4. To implement, sustain and participate in the continual improvement of the OH&S Management System (MS) at area of responsibility in accordance to the legislations, PepsiCo GEHSMS and relevant EHS standards, ensuring proper controls for all hazards and risks associated with all activities/areas are in place and OH&S targets are achieved.

Qualifications

Knowledge / Skill

• Bachelor’s science degree (preferably in chemistry / Food Science).
• Excellent command over written and spoken English.
• Good computer skill with excellent knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Experience

• Newly graduates can apply; however, experienced chemists in a food manufacturing plant with profound knowledge of latest lab instruments and Quality system such as ISO are preferred.

Competencies

• Ability to effectively communicate cross-functionally.
• Ability to analyze data.'
• Ability and inclination to be a team player is a must.
• Self-motivated/Initiative.