About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with an iconic portfolio that includes beloved brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Quaker, and Tropicana. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs more than 300,000 dedicated professionals committed to delivering high-quality products while fostering sustainable practices. In the United States, PepsiCo's Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA) division drives innovation in the beverage sector, ensuring every sip meets rigorous standards of taste, safety, and quality. As a global leader, PepsiCo invests heavily in its workforce, offering stable careers in manufacturing, quality control, and supply chain roles across locations like Johnstown, Pennsylvania.

Role Overview

The Technician - Quality Control position at PepsiCo's Johnstown, Pennsylvania facility is a hands-on role essential to maintaining the superior quality of our beverage products. Reporting to production leadership, you'll operate equipment to blend raw materials to exact specifications, perform routine tests, and ensure products meet stringent standards for quality, fill levels, labeling, and integrity. This full-time position offers a competitive wage of $24.85 per hour (approximately $51,688 annually based on standard hours), with opportunities for overtime in a dynamic 10-12 hour shift environment. Ideal for detail-oriented individuals passionate about food safety and manufacturing excellence, this role involves physical tasks like lifting 20-45 pound cases and continuous standing, making it perfect for those thriving in fast-paced production settings.

Day-to-Day Impact

From weighing and mixing ingredients to sampling bottled products, you'll play a critical role in eliminating irregularities and upholding PepsiCo's reputation for reliability. Watch our Realistic Job Preview Video to get a firsthand look at the role in action.

Key Responsibilities

In this position, your primary accountabilities include:

• Operating and monitoring production line(s) to maximize efficiency and proper material flow.
• Removing or shifting materials and finished products to facilitate smooth operations.
• Performing tests with specialized equipment like Carbo QC, HPLC, densitometers, and sensory panels to verify package and product quality.
• Operating all manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently, including deep cleaning and sanitizing blending/filling lines.
• Maintaining impeccable housekeeping, recording daily test results, and expediting quality concerns to management.

Collaboration with production and maintenance teams ensures seamless operations, while adherence to process guidelines keeps everything running at peak performance.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Regular, reliable, predictable attendance.

Helpful Experience

PepsiCo values candidates with:

• Audit compliance experience, including monitoring, documentation, and variance explanations.
• Product changeovers, CIP processes, flavor changes, and formula settings.
• Operation and calibration of testing instruments.
• Microbiology knowledge, reverse osmosis/water treatment, cooling/ammonia systems, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Sensory testing, basic chemistry (pH, titrators), and food safety practices like AIB certification.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories per Fair Chance Ordinances and other applicable laws. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Benefits & Perks

Joining PepsiCo means accessing top-tier benefits designed for your well-being and growth:

• Competitive pay starting at $24.85/hour with potential for overtime and raises.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings with company matching.
• Paid time off, holidays, and shift differentials.
• Employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, and product discounts.
• Training programs for skill enhancement and certifications.

Career Growth

PepsiCo fosters internal mobility, with many technicians advancing to roles like Quality Supervisor, Production Lead, or Maintenance Specialist. Ongoing training in advanced testing, SOPs, and leadership prepares you for progression. Our commitment to development ensures your career evolves alongside our innovative company.

Why Join Us

At PepsiCo's Johnstown facility, you'll contribute to products enjoyed by millions while building a stable, rewarding career. Benefit from a supportive culture emphasizing safety, inclusivity, and sustainability. With state-of-the-art equipment and a focus on employee success, this is your chance to quench your thirst for professional fulfillment in the heart of Pennsylvania's beverage industry.

Role FAQs

What shifts are available?

Shifts typically run 10-12 hours, including nights and weekends, with predictable scheduling.

Is heavy lifting required?

Yes, repeated lifting of 20-45 pound cases and continuous standing/walking.

Are there advancement opportunities?

Absolutely—PepsiCo promotes from within based on performance and training completion.

How does PepsiCo support diversity?

We are committed to EEO principles; view our EEO Policy and Pay Transparency Statement for details.

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