Overview:
Perform required microbiological testing on all finished products produced on the Indianapolis Gatorade High Acid and Low Acid Aseptic Lines and ensure compliance to all PepsiCo standards. Work closely with the production team to provide quality support for all tasks performed on the Aseptic Lines including but not limited to production releases, product testing, raw material inspection, finished goods inspection, sanitation inspection, troubleshooting guidance, and innovations.

Responsibilities:

• Perform all required microbiological testing on finished product required for Aseptic Production
• Complete all required surface, air, water, and rinse water, microbiological testing requirements for the production Lines
• Complete any additional plating / sampling required due to process deviations or upsets
• Compile and review all production records necessary for finished product release
• Conduct trainings with front line employees regarding quality topics / issues
• Manage all micro requirements for ingredients used in Production
• Quality Lead for all Innovations on Aseptic Production Lines
• Lab equipment management and maintenance
• Provide guidance when troubleshooting Aseptic Line issues
• Update production records and documents as necessary
• Assist in the preparation of media and general upkeep and maintenance/cleanliness of the Micro Lab
• Assist in the compliance of the various Micro Sampling Plans
• Support plantwide TPM Ignite initiatives (i.e DMS Meetings, Pillar Work, etc.)

• Perform all required microbiological testing on finished product required for Aseptic Production
• Complete all required surface, air, water, and rinse water, microbiological testing requirements for the production Lines
• Complete any additional plating / sampling required due to process deviations or upsets
• Compile and review all production records necessary for finished product release
• Conduct trainings with front line employees regarding quality topics / issues
• Manage all micro requirements for ingredients used in Production
• Quality Lead for all Innovations on Aseptic Production Lines
• Lab equipment management and maintenance
• Provide guidance when troubleshooting Aseptic Line issues
• Update production records and documents as necessary
• Assist in the preparation of media and general upkeep and maintenance/cleanliness of the Micro Lab
• Assist in the compliance of the various Micro Sampling Plans
• Support plantwide TPM Ignite initiatives (i.e DMS Meetings, Pillar Work, etc.