Overview

We are PepsiCo. 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 Tropicana, Pepsi, Frito-Lay, Quaker and Gatorade.

We perform with a purpose. Together, we raise the bar in lean manufacturing practices. We're a think tank, bringing our ideas 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 opportunities of PepsiCo: what makes you unique makes us better.

What you'll do:

The position will provide aseptic control engineering and technical support to operation and maintenance department. In this role, the individual will participate to review aseptic filling process plan, design, implementation and manage continuous improvement to enhance business objectives and operational performance. This will include developing processes and procedures for aseptic beverage manufacturing and packaging, performing validation evaluations and writing/executing validation protocols.

Responsibilities

* Assist project manager to install and commission aseptic process and equipment.
* Responsible for the process improvements in the areas of batching, CIP/SIP, and aseptic process.
* Ensures compliance of aseptic process parameters and operational conditions with PepsiCo regulations.
* Responsible for improvement initiatives that define equipment data, equipment capabilities, utilization, efficiencies and obsolescence.
* As subject matter expert, provide technical leadership in the areas of batching, CIP/SIP, and aseptic operations.
* Support execution of the Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation activities for new Aseptic Filling process.
* Management of control Equipment Vendors, including project execution, on-site maintenance and calibration visits, vendor-supplied training to operation and maintenance staff, management of continuous improvement projects.
* Support transition from project to sustaining manufacturing and ramp-up of production volumes in future by improving equipment reliability through Continuous Improvement and TPM processes.
* Coordinate technical deliverables within Aseptic Operations team to support successful process and product launches.
* Provide trouble shooting, problem analysis and technical support to the plant as needed for all Allen Bradley, Rockwell and other control equipment.
* Specify, bid, select, and purchase required equipment, parts and contract installation services for assigned projects to assure that the project is implemented as scheduled with minimal production interruptions.
* Develop and apply innovative and creative methods in order to solve routine and chronic issues.
* Lead and participate in cross-functional groups to investigate and resolve technical issues, drive continuous improvement, and process optimization using tools such as LSS.
* Manage change in aseptic Filling and thermal process as per site change control procedures.
* Participate in regulatory inspections as a Subject Matter Expert (SME).

Qualifications

* Technical Degree preferred - Strong electrical skills and aseptic control background preferred.
* 4-5 years minimum of hands-on experience in plant electrical applications, Wonderware, A-B PLC's & Danfoss Drives, Ethernet communications and HMI programming.
* Robust organization skills in the areas of maintaining and upgrading software and programming systems.
* The appropriate individual should possess a strong foundation in interpersonal communication concepts, specifically written oral presentation, listening, and facilitation skills, demonstrated by leading team members while facilitating change and fostering innovation and results.
* Ability to thrive in a fast paced, aggressive, results oriented culture.
* Strong project management skills as demonstrated in the areas of planning, scheduling, and execution up to and including process, packaging and/or machine design.
* Highly motivated self-starter with proven problem-solving skills.
* Leadership and management skills required.
* Authorize to work in United States on a permanent basis.
* Must be 18 years of age or older.
* Willingness to work off shifts, weekends, & holidays.
* Must pass a drug screen and background investigation.
* COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for this role. Please note that all such company vaccine requirements provide the opportunity to request an approved accommodation or exemption under applicable law.

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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