R&D Product Development Technician

Overview

Around the world, we're working hard to give people the tastes they crave and the nutrition they need. We dream globally and act locally, constantly innovating to sustain our planet, our people, our communities and our business practices. New markets mean new ways of doing business, and new ways of addressing health concerns, cultural differences and environmental challenges. Every day is an adventure, and an opportunity for personal and professional growth.

The best work of your career is ahead. This could be the role that starts it all today!

We are looking for a talented Senior Technician to join PepsiCo Sparkling Innovation Category Development team.

Responsibilities

• Support product development initiatives by preparing beverage samples for various product development activities.
• Coordinate the production and storage of samples, as well as support stability study.
• Submit samples for analytical or sensory testing.
• Thoroughly document experimental details in laboratory notebook.
• Maintain and document laboratory inventory
• Maintain lab equipment through regular equipment calibration.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment.
• Be the lab manager by maintaining a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment.
• Maintain and document lab supply inventory.
• Effectively collaborate with members of other groups to maintain the lab or conduct lab work.

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $59,000 - $88,500.
• 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.

• B.S. in the Science field, preferably Food Science
• 0 - 3 years prior experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Must demonstrate relentless commitment to working safely and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Committed to lab work and able to execute bench top experiments.
• Must be proactive, reliable, and self-motivated.
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to proactively and positively interface with various functions.
• Must be well organized, capture work details, and highlight any unexpected challenges.
• Must possess ability to work successfully in cross-functional teams.
• Computer Skills: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Outlook (email/calendar).