About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is a global leader in the food and beverage industry, renowned for its portfolio of over 500 beloved brands including Gatorade, Lay’s, and Quaker. With a mission to create smiles around the world, PepsiCo touches millions of lives daily through innovative products that deliver joy and refreshment. At the core of our success is a dynamic team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to turn bold ideas into impactful actions. Guided by consumer centricity, PepsiCo fosters an environment where associates engage in meaningful work, driving innovation and positive change in communities worldwide. Whether in production, quality control, or leadership roles, every position contributes to our global legacy of excellence.

Role Overview

The Quality Supervisor position at PepsiCo's facility in Yuregir, Adana, Turkey, is a pivotal leadership role within the Quality Control Directorate. This full-time position oversees the syrup room operations, ensures stringent adherence to Turkish Food Codex and PepsiCo standards, and drives continuous improvement in quality systems. Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, you will manage a team, coordinate audits, and safeguard product integrity from raw materials to finished goods. This role demands a blend of technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and strong leadership to maintain operational excellence in a fast-paced food and beverage environment.

Key Focus Areas

Your primary focus will include syrup production oversight, laboratory management, nonconformity resolution, and compliance with food safety protocols. This position offers the chance to impact PepsiCo's high standards while advancing your career in a globally recognized company.

Key Responsibilities

As Quality Supervisor, you will define departmental objectives aligned with company goals, implement activity plans, and ensure their effective execution. You will actively contribute to the development of the Quality Control System, integrating local and international standards. Key duties include verifying compliance of incoming materials, raw materials like HFCS and crystal sugar, and finished products; managing syrup room labs and production; recording analyses; reviewing quality records; and initiating corrective actions.

Additional responsibilities encompass organizing audits by authorities and private organizations, maintaining control over syrup room processes, ensuring equipment calibration and availability, participating in new product trials, establishing sanitation plans, monitoring complaints, optimizing resources, tracking regulatory updates, overseeing pest control, and ensuring EHS compliance. You will also lead your team through task allocation, performance monitoring, one-on-one meetings, training, and motivation, while coordinating with head office and other facilities.

Qualifications & Requirements

To excel in this role, candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Food Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related discipline. A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in quality control, preferably in the food and beverage sector, is essential. Proficiency in Turkish Food Codex, GMP, HACCP, and PepsiCo quality standards is required, along with hands-on experience in laboratory operations, syrup production, and audit management.

Strong leadership skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to drive corrective actions are crucial. Excellent communication in Turkish and English, familiarity with calibration processes, and knowledge of environmental and occupational health & safety regulations will set you apart. Prior experience in team management, training sales/distributors, and handling regulatory compliance in Turkey is highly desirable.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy competitive compensation estimated at $65,000-$95,000 USD annually (adjusted for local market with buffer), performance-based bonuses, and health insurance coverage. Additional perks include retirement savings plans, paid time off, employee assistance programs, and wellness initiatives promoting physical and mental health.

You'll have access to on-site facilities, meal subsidies, and transportation support in Adana. PepsiCo invests in your development through tailored training, leadership programs, and global mobility opportunities, ensuring long-term career fulfillment.

Career Growth

At PepsiCo, career progression is a reality for ambitious professionals. As Quality Supervisor, you'll gain exposure to senior management, cross-functional projects, and international standards, paving the way for roles like Quality Manager, Plant Operations Lead, or Regional Quality Director. Our structured development programs, mentorship, and performance evaluations provide clear pathways to advancement. Many associates advance within 2-3 years, leveraging PepsiCo's global network for diverse opportunities in supply chain, R&D, or sustainability.

Why Join Us

Joining PepsiCo as Quality Supervisor in Yuregir means becoming part of a purpose-driven organization that values innovation, integrity, and impact. Work in a state-of-the-art facility in Adana, contributing to iconic brands while enjoying a collaborative culture that empowers your ideas. With a focus on sustainability, diversity, and community engagement, PepsiCo offers more than a job—it's a platform to make a lasting difference. Experience work-life balance, cutting-edge tools, and the pride of delivering world-class quality to millions.

Role FAQs

What is the work schedule for this position?

This is a full-time role, typically following standard factory shifts with potential for flexibility based on production needs.

Is relocation assistance provided?

PepsiCo may offer relocation support for qualified internal or external candidates moving to Adana.

What training is available?

Comprehensive onboarding, ongoing quality systems training, leadership development, and certifications in food safety standards.

How does PepsiCo support diversity and inclusion?

We foster an inclusive environment through ERGs, bias training, and equal opportunity policies.

Can I advance internationally?

Yes, high performers access global rotations and expatriate opportunities across PepsiCo's 200+ facilities worldwide.