Quality Control Manager

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Quality Control Coaches (Supervisors), QC techs and QC team ensuring effective quality management processes
• Develop, implement, and improve quality policies in alignment with PepsiCo Global Food Safety standards.
• Identify and drive quality improvements and cost management initiatives to enhance productivity
• Co-lead food safety and compliance audits, including FSSC 22000, AIB, QAS and regulatory readiness
• Provide training on quality standards, regulatory requirements, and quality measurement systems
• Drive change leadership, balancing business needs while minimizing people impact
• Conduct regular cross-functional GMP walks, identifying opportunities and implementing improvements
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve quality and operational challenges
• Build team capability through hiring, training, and effective communication
• Inspire and motivate team members to meet and exceed goals
• Ensure compliance with OSHA chemical hygiene plan and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) through training and hazard prevention
• Lead risk assessments, manage non-conforming product issues, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• This role may require off-shift and weekend work

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $102,800 - $172,100.
• 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.
• 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, 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.

• Bachelor's degree is required. Preference for degree in Engineering, Food Science, Business, Operations Management, or related field
• 5 + years' experience in the Food/Beverage Industry (preferred)
• Experience with GFSI schematics such as FSSC 22000, BRC, SQF, or GRMS (preferred)
• Proven leadership experience in a large team setting
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback
• Experience working in a fast paced, results-driven environment
• Strong skills in coaching, facilitation, team building and problem solving