SC QC Technician - Flex shift
PepsiCo · Twinsburg, OH
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $46k–$73k
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 20 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level quality role at PepsiCo (food & beverage) in Twinsburg, OH. In this role you will perform tasks in support of processes/project components for the Onsite Food Safety and Quality Operations area under general supervision to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and quality of work.
- They ask for
- 1+ years
- Base pay
- $46k–$73k
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Quality Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $50k–$73k. This one lists $46k–$73k.
Median of the low and high ends of 29 live postings that list pay, out of 498 quality technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 22 other live quality postings in Ohio.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (1+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 78%
- Root cause 39%
- Lean 22%
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Responsibilities
Shift : Mon/Tu 2:30 PM – End; Fri/Sat 4AM-2:30 PM Operate proportioning equipment, and monitor production line(s) to ensure product quality and efficiency Perform tests and use special equipment to ensure package and product quality Operate all manufacturing equipment efficiently and safely Clean equipment and area during and after shift Maintain clean work area through good housekeeping practices Follow process guidelines and expedite quality concerns to management Work with production/maintenance as necessary Keep daily records tests performed and results Have regular, reliable, predictable attendance Audit compliance (e.g., monitoring, documentation, variance explanation, etc.) Product changeovers (e.g., CIP, flavor changes, sanitizing, setting formulas, etc.) Operating testing instruments (e.g., Carbo Qc, HPLC, Densitometers, Water Testing, etc.) Calibrating instruments (e.g., making adjustments to ensure accurate measurement, etc.) Microbiology (e.g., product sensitivity to spoilage, plating samples, counts, etc.) Reverse osmosis/water treatment systems (e.g., permeated technology, etc.) Cooling/glycol systems (e.g., able to trouble shoot and maintain, etc.) Mechanical systems (e.g., general trouble shooting, cleaning and reassembly, etc.) Sensory testing (e.g., taste, odor, appearance vs. reference sample, etc.) Basic chemistry (e.g., titrator, pH, dosing, graduated cylinders, mixing, etc.) Food Safety (e.g., AIB certification, operations prerequisite programs, UP lights, etc.) Compensation and Benefits: The expected compensation range for this position is between $45,900 - $73,250. Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement. In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
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Overview At PepsiCo, our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands—including Gatorade, Lay’s, and Quaker—we reach millions of consumers every day. Our teams are thinkers, creators, and problem solvers who turn ideas into action. Guided by innovation and consumer centricity, we create joyful moments through food and beverages while empowering associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve. Wherever you sit in the organization, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and gives you the opportunity to shape your career and the world around you. In this role you will perform tasks in support of processes/project components for the Onsite Food Safety and Quality Operations area under general supervision to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and quality of work. Responsible for in-process and final product quality analyses/inspection in compliance with standards and regulatory requirements, interpreting and evaluating the analyses in terms of accuracy and precision against established specifications. Additionally you are responsible for in-process and final product quality analyses/inspection in compliance with standards and regulatory requirements, interpreting and evaluating the analyses in terms of accuracy and precision against established specifications. Identifies ongoing quality issues, prevents potential production issues, and makes suggestions for suggests improvements to ensure the safety and freshness of ingredients. Uses various measuring devices, testing equipment, predetermined methods, operations, setups and prescribed specifications to accept or reject products and maintain the highest standards of product quality. Monitors production processes and follows established protocols to ensure food products meet corporate and regulatory standards. Develops, reviews, and/or oversees the implementation of policies, procedures, and training programs related to food safety.
