PepsiCo

R&D Ops & Meas Sci Associate Scientist

PepsiCo • $73K — $123K *
Valhalla, NY 10595In-Person
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experienced in the consumer goods industry, particularly within beverages.
  • Strong understanding of beverage formulas and concentrate composition.
  • Hands-on analytical experience using microscopes and physical characterization technology.
  • Skilled in experimental design, independent execution, and data analysis using statistical tools.
  • Capable of managing competing priorities effectively in a lab setting.
  • Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
  • B.S. or M.S. in a Chemistry-related discipline with 2-4 years of experience.

Responsibilities

  • Perform analytical testing and sensory evaluation on non-compliant samples.
  • Utilize scientific methods and advanced instrumentation for issue resolution.
  • Conduct image analysis and data interpretation for root cause investigations.
  • Guide sample retrieval and communication with cross-functional teams.
  • Interact with senior scientists and assist with Forensics metrics reporting.
  • Design and execute experiments, analyzing qualitative and quantitative data.
  • Participate in cross-functional teams addressing diverse technical challenges.
  • Administer the Global Forensics LIMS system.

Benefits

  • Paid time off including parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Disability and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts available.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support offered.
  • Insurance options including accident, group legal, and life insurance.
  • Defined Contribution Retirement Plan to aid long-term financial planning.
Full Job Description
Overview

The R&D Associate Scientist will have unique opportunities to increase technical knowledge by using multiple analytical techniques and physical characterization tools to investigate quality-related issues. The team provides analytical solutions and insight to protect company brands. The various cases resolved by the team include out-of-compliance ingredients and products from the field, prototype samples from product development, as well as samples received through Consumer Experience (CE) Department. The knowledge generated will have direct impact on a diverse portfolio of beverage categories. Additional responsibilities include being trained to administrate the Global Forensics LIMS database.

Responsibilities

  • Perform analytical testing and sensory evaluation on ingredients, semi-finished ingredients, prototype sample, and finished goods that had out-of-compliance issue during development, manufacturing or in the field.
  • Utilize scientific methods (chemistry, physical characterization) and advanced instrumentation (Microscope, FT-IR, SEM) to develop knowledge for issue resolution as part of the cross-functional team.
  • Independently perform Image analysis, material identification and conduct data interpretation to assist root cause analysis of Forensics investigations.
  • Provide guidance to CE and SCQC representative for sample retrieval or providing update to counterparts during issue resolution such as a Scientist in Technical Brand Stewardship (TBS) or a manager in Consumer Experience (CE).
  • Interact with Sr. Scientists and communicate Forensics results, assist Department Director (LG1) and lab manager on key Forensics metrics as needed.
  • Contribute to design and execution of experiments, analysis and interpretation of various types of data (quantitative/qualitative) using statistical tools to make sound technical evaluation on product and process issues.
  • Participate as an active member of cross-functional issue resolution teams comprised of individuals from a variety of disciplines, including Quality, Product Development, Consumer Relations, Packaging, Engineering and other groups.
  • Leverage internal experts and approved external laboratory for analytical testing needed for critical Forensics cases.
  • Maintain to administrate the Global Forensics LIMS system.

Compensation and Benefits:
  • The expected compensation range for this position is between $73,600 - $123,150.
  • 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.


Qualifications

  • The successful candidate will be experienced in the consumer goods industry and demonstrate the following skills:
  • Good understanding of beverage formulas and concentrate composition to be able to determine accurate target when testing suspect samples and investigate out-of-spec results;
  • Hands-on experience in performing Analytical analysis using Microscopes and other fundamental physical characterization technology such as Rhelology and IR material identification; experience interpreting IR spectrum and drawing scientifically meaningful conclusions.
  • Ability to design experiments for small-scale research projects. Execute experiments independently. Collect quality data and conduct base data analysis using statistical tools.
  • Ability to prioritize workloads and manage competing priorities from both lab testing needs and client's requests;
  • Strong Problem Solving/Critical thinking skills to identify solutions to technical challenges.
  • Good communication skills (verbal and written).
  • B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry related discipline with about 2-4 years of experience in a consumer products company.


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About PepsiCo

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Learn more about PepsiCo
Size
309,000 employees
Market Cap
$250.5 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$7.1 billion
Founded
1965
5 Year Trend
+4.8%
Revenue
$70.3 billion
NASDAQ
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* Ladders Estimates

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