About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with an iconic portfolio that includes beloved brands like Pepsi, Lay's, Gatorade, and Quaker. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs hundreds of thousands of passionate professionals dedicated to delivering high-quality products while prioritizing sustainability, innovation, and community impact. In Russia, PepsiCo has a strong presence through subsidiaries like Wimm-Bill-Dann, a leader in dairy and juice production. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive and contribute to our mission of creating smiles with every sip and bite.

Role Overview

As a Microbiologist Engineer at PepsiCo in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, you will play a critical role in maintaining the highest standards of product safety and quality. This position involves hands-on laboratory work, process monitoring, and compliance with Russian legislation and company procedures. Reporting to the quality control team, you will ensure that our finished products, raw materials, water, and air meet rigorous microbiological standards. This full-time role features a shift schedule (day: 8:00-20:00, night: 20:00-8:00, followed by rest and days off), offering stability and work-life balance in a dynamic production environment at our facility on Larina Street 19.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day duties will keep our production lines running smoothly and safely:

• Collect samples for comprehensive microbiological analysis from products, raw materials, water, and air.
• Conduct quality control checks on finished products, incoming raw materials, water, and air in line with current legislation, company standards, and procedures.
• Monitor all production processes across product types according to established control protocols.
• Oversee the sanitary-hygienic state of workshops, equipment, worker hands, and clothing.
• Organize and control the preparation of dishes, premises, instruments, and materials for microbiological tests.
• Prepare and verify culture media and reagents, maintain detailed documentation, and register all analysis results.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed in this role, you should bring:

• Secondary technical or higher education in microbiology engineering, food technology, or related microbiology specialization.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working in a laboratory as a chemical-bacteriological analysis lab assistant or microbiologist engineer.
• Strong knowledge of microbiology principles, sampling techniques, and analytical methods.
• Confident PC user skills for data entry and reporting.

No prior PepsiCo experience is required, but a passion for quality assurance in the food and beverage sector is essential. This is a temporary contract position covering for an absent employee, with potential for extension based on performance.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its employees and offers a comprehensive package designed to support your well-being and professional life:

• Official staffing with Aktsionernoe Obshchestvo 'Wimm-Bill-Dann' per Russian Labor Code (TK RF), including full social package.
• Stable salary disbursed twice monthly, with annual indexation for cost-of-living adjustments.
• Paid sick leave and vacations to ensure financial security during time off.
• Additional medical insurance plus life and health coverage, providing free care at select private clinics.
• Free specialized uniforms and employer-paid medical examinations.
• Free hot meals during night shifts and an on-site cafeteria.
• Corporate bus service for easy commuting from areas like Avtozavod, Shcherbinki, Kstovo, Sovetskaya Square, and Proletarskaya metro station.

Career Growth

At PepsiCo, your development is our priority. This role offers corporate training programs, skill-building workshops, and clear pathways for professional advancement. Many of our microbiologists have progressed to senior quality assurance positions, lab management, or even broader operations roles. With PepsiCo's global network, top performers gain exposure to international best practices and leadership opportunities. We invest in your growth through mentorship, certifications in food safety standards like HACCP and ISO, and performance-based promotions.

Why Join Us

Joining PepsiCo in Nizhny Novgorod means becoming part of a world-class team in Russia's vibrant food industry hub. Enjoy job stability in a market-leading company, competitive compensation estimated at $65,000-$95,000 USD annually (adjusted for local rates with upside buffer), and perks that go beyond the basics. Work in a modern facility with state-of-the-art labs, contribute to products millions enjoy daily, and build a rewarding career. PepsiCo's commitment to sustainability—reducing water usage, sustainable sourcing, and plastic recycling—means your work has real impact. In Nizhny Novgorod, a city rich in history and industry, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that celebrates innovation and teamwork.

Role FAQs

What is the work schedule?

Shift-based: Day shift 8:00-20:00, night shift 20:00-8:00, followed by a recovery day and day off.

Is this a permanent position?

This is a fixed-term contract covering for an absent employee, with potential for extension or permanent placement.

What salary can I expect?

Estimated $65,000-$95,000 USD yearly, based on Food & Beverage sector rates in Russia with a 5-10% buffer; paid twice monthly in local currency with annual increases.

Do I need to speak English?

Russian proficiency is primary; English is a plus for global PepsiCo resources.

How do I apply?

Submit your resume highlighting lab experience—join PepsiCo today and elevate your career!