About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a portfolio that includes iconic brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Quaker, and Tropicana. Headquartered in Purchase, New York, PepsiCo operates globally, delivering innovative products that delight consumers while prioritizing sustainability and health. With over 300,000 employees worldwide, PepsiCo invests heavily in research and development (R&D) to drive product innovation, ensuring our beverages meet evolving consumer demands for taste, nutrition, and quality. The Valhalla, New York facility is a hub for Global Beverage R&D, where cutting-edge science meets creativity to sustain and expand our market-leading offerings.

Role Overview

The R&D Ops & Meas Sci Senior Technician position at PepsiCo's Valhalla lab is a pivotal role supporting innovation in beverage development. As a senior technician, you will conduct essential analytical tests such as Brix analysis, titratable acidity, pH, and conductivity measurements. This hands-on position involves reviewing and validating instrument results in our information management systems, managing sample receipt and disposal, and assisting with advanced testing preparations. Basic troubleshooting of lab instruments is key, offering a dynamic environment for those passionate about food science and lab operations. This full-time role provides a salary range of $59,000 to $88,500 USD, with opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding setting.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will lead the daily sample log-in process using the LabVantage Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), ensuring testing parameter validity and proper sample disposal post-analysis. Core duties include performing analytical tests like Brix, Titratable Acidity (TApH), Conductive Dissolved Solids, Moisture Analysis, and sample prep for Color Analysis and Vitamin C via Liquid Chromatography (LC), all following approved internal methods. You will serve as a backup to team members, support the lab manager on projects such as product specification investigations and method validation, and maintain critical instruments including density meters, refractometers, and titration systems. Your detail-oriented approach will ensure accurate data validation and seamless lab operations.

Daily Lab Operations

Expect to handle urgent client requests with composure, multitasking efficiently while upholding Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Safety is paramount, with adherence to all mandatory protocols.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate's Degree or a B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science, or a related field, plus 1-2 years of hands-on experience with core analytical techniques in an industrial R&D or manufacturing environment. Proficiency in wet chemistry and LC is essential, along with the ability to learn and apply various analysis methods. Expertise with LIMS systems, detail orientation, stress management during high-volume testing, and a strong safety record in GLP settings are required. Experience documenting test results accurately is a must.

Preferred Skills

Ideal candidates bring familiarity with beverage analysis, instrument maintenance, and collaborative teamwork in fast-paced labs.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers a comprehensive compensation package beyond the $59,000-$88,500 salary, tailored to location, skills, experience, and education. Enjoy paid time off (subject to eligibility), including parental leave, vacation, sick time, and bereavement. Our benefits suite includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability insurance; Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); accident, group legal, and life insurance; and a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. These perks support your well-being and that of your family, fostering long-term loyalty.

Career Growth

This senior technician role is a launchpad for advancement within PepsiCo's R&D division. Gain exposure to global innovation projects, expand your analytical expertise, and transition into higher-level roles like lab supervision or method development specialist. PepsiCo invests in employee development through training, mentorship, and cross-functional opportunities, empowering you to grow personally and professionally while contributing to sustainable products.

Why Join Us

Joining PepsiCo means being part of a company committed to equal opportunity employment, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories per fair chance laws. We value diversity across age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. In Valhalla, you'll work in a state-of-the-art lab driving beverage innovation, with a supportive culture that rewards initiative and precision. Apply now to help sustain PepsiCo's iconic products and advance your career in food science.

Role FAQs

What is the salary range for this position?

The expected range is $59,000 - $88,500 USD annually, with final offers based on experience and skills.

Is prior LIMS experience required?

Yes, expertise with laboratory information management systems like LabVantage is essential.

What education is needed?

An Associate's Degree is required; a B.S. in a related science field with 1-2 years experience is preferred.

Is this a full-time role?

Yes, this is a full-time position offering comprehensive benefits.

Where is the lab located?

The role is based in Valhalla, New York, at PepsiCo's Global Beverage R&D facility.