Laboratory & Quality Control Analyst fixed-term (leading candidate identified)

Job Description:

Overview

PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated nearly $94 billion in net revenue in 2025, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay's, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and drinks, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.
Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that places sustainability at the center of our business strategy, seeking to drive growth and build a stronger, more resilient future for PepsiCo and the communities where we operate. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com, and follow on X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @PepsiCo.
Responsibilities

Perform laboratory analyses and support quality control processes to ensure product compliance with company and regulatory standards. Test raw materials, intermediates, and finished products, maintain documentation, and contribute to traceability and efficiency initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses (moisture, fat, salt, color, oil quality indicators).
* Perform quality checks on raw materials according to specifications.
* Implement statistical process control (SPC / EWMA) for critical parameters.
* Maintain laboratory safety, chemical handling, and waste management.
* Support traceability systems and digitization of lab and production data.
* Complete accurate laboratory documentation.
* Support GEHSMS implementation in QC department.
Qualifications

Qualifications & Skills:
* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
* Experience in Quality Control or laboratory environments is an advantage.
* Knowledge of analytical methods and lab equipment.
* Proficient in English (written and spoken) and MS Office.
* Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently or in a team.
* Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Perform laboratory analyses and support quality control processes to ensure product compliance with company and regulatory standards. Test raw materials, intermediates, and finished products, maintain documentation, and contribute to traceability and efficiency initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses (moisture, fat, salt, color, oil quality indicators).
* Perform quality checks on raw materials according to specifications.
* Implement statistical process control (SPC / EWMA) for critical parameters.
* Maintain laboratory safety, chemical handling, and waste management.
* Support traceability systems and digitization of lab and production data.
* Complete accurate laboratory documentation.
* Support GEHSMS implementation in QC department

Candidate Requirements:

Qualifications & Skills:
* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
* Experience in Quality Control or laboratory environments is an advantage.
* Knowledge of analytical methods and lab equipment.
* Proficient in English (written and spoken) and MS Office.
* Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently or in a team.
* Good communication and problem-solving skills