Quality Associate Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

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 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 perspectives 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.  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 PepsiCo. 

In this role you will perform routine analytical and physical tests to ensure resulting finished products and packaging meets PepsiCo standards. Additionally you will work closely with production and perform a wide variety of tasks such as product testing, raw material inspection, finished good inspection, sanitation inspection, and creating finished good or packaging holds. 

A successful candidate will be able to monitor the production lines for quality issues, complete analytical testing on finished products using various scientific methods and ensure compliance to food safety standards by performing audits and inspections. 

• Collect and plate routine micro samples from ingredients, water, and equipment surfaces
• Perform review of production paperwork for compliance
• Complete routine lab equipment calibration and maintenance
• Manage non-conforming finished products/ incoming materials
• Data collection and recording
• Create and train frontline and salaried staff on new SOPs
• Conduct quality related trainings with front line associates
• Participate in Lean Six Sigma/TPM initiatives
• Provide support to new product innovation projects

Compensation and Benefits

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $35,600 - $56,800.
• 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.

• High school diploma required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred 
• Food Manufacturing (general knowledge of GMP’s/ food safety) experience preferred but not required
• Must have good documentation skills
• Understands written procedures
• Complete calculations and conversions
• Work in a team oriented atmosphere
• Good communication with strong problem solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, Work, and PowerPoint
• Must be flexible to work holidays and weekends depending on need
• This is an entry level position with opportunity to grow within the company
• Must be available to work flexible hours (3rd shift, overtime for extra coverage as needed)

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, 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 / Age

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 PepsiCo EEO Policy.

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• High school diploma required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred 
• Food Manufacturing (general knowledge of GMP’s/ food safety) experience preferred but not required
• Must have good documentation skills
• Understands written procedures
• Complete calculations and conversions
• Work in a team oriented atmosphere
• Good communication with strong problem solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, Work, and PowerPoint
• Must be flexible to work holidays and weekends depending on need
• This is an entry level position with opportunity to grow within the company
• Must be available to work flexible hours (3rd shift, overtime for extra coverage as needed)