R&D QA Analyst - Temporal

Job description

Overview

We Are PepsiCo

 

Join PepsiCo and dare to transform! We are the perfect place for curious people, thinkers and change agents. From leadership to front lines, we're excited about the future and working together to make the world a better place.

 

Being part of PepsiCo means being part of one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with our iconic brands consumed more than a billion times a day in more than 200 countries. In PepsiCo Mexico is one of the most important consumer products companies in the country. Our product portfolio, which includes 22 of the world's most iconic brands, such as Sabritas, Gamesa, Quaker, Pepsi, Gatorade and Sonrics, has been a part of Mexican homes for more than 116 years.

 

A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where all people are welcome. Here, you can dare to be you. No matter who you are, where you're from, or who you love, you can always influence the people around you and make a positive impact in the world.

 

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Responsibilities

The Opportunity

 

This contributor serves as the Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) reviewer and approver for the ingredients and semifinished goods specifications for the Innovation, Productivity and Brand Steward projects delivered by R&D in Mexico & Caribbean OUs. This contributor also supports the FSQA approval for the New Re-Packers suppliers for Mexico

 

Your Impact

As R&D QA Analyst - Temporary, your functions would consist of …

 

·  Serve as the point of contact with the Specification Management team on Food Safety discussions during the alignment process.
·  Review Food Safety and Quality Assurance parameters on specifications and ensure they comply with PEP requirements in SAP.
·  Review in the supplier’s questionnaire the Food Safety related information and communicate with the Specification Management team to address any outstanding questions.
·  Ensure all requests are processed, documented, and delivered within a defined project timeline.
·  Maintain and update existing specs to ensure compliance with the Food Safety and Quality Assurance Standards.
·  Maintain and foster relationships with in-market R&D spec teams, other spec teams, Re-Packers team and external suppliers.
·  Serve as the FSQA point of contact with the Re-Packers team in the process of new Re-Packer approval.
·  Conduct the Facility Assessment for new Re-Packers and manage the FSQA approval process and its documentation.
·  Identify potential areas for process improvements to make recommendations to R&D Leadership for continuous improvement.

 

Qualifications

Who Are We Looking For?

·  Bachelor’s degree in food science, food chemistry, microbiology or equivalent relevant experience required.
·  Advanced understanding of Quality Assurance and Food Safety Systems.
·  Experience as Auditor is desired.
·  Knowledge of Food Microbiology concepts and Microbiological methods.
·  Fluent in English and Spanish.
·  Ability to rapidly learn computer applications/programs & navigate systems.
·  Good communication skills – oral and written.
·  Ability to build relationships and work closely with both internal and external partners.
·  Ability to manage time effectively across multiple priorities and projects requiring a high degree of organizational and communication skills to ensure requests are delivered in a timely manner.
·  Self-motivated & demonstrated ability to take initiative on projects.

If this is an opportunity that interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements.

 

What can you expect from us:

 

• Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs.

• Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning.

• Development programs according to Leadership skills.

• Specialized training according to the role.

• Learning experiences with internal and external providers.

• We love to celebrate success, which is why we have recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others.

• Financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life.

• A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle.

• And because your family is also important to us, they can also enjoy benefits such as our Wellness Line, thousands of Agreements and Discounts, Scholarship programs for your children, Aid Plans for different moments of life, among others.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We respect and value diversity as a work force and innovation for the organization.