About this role
Overview
Join PepsiCo as a Food Safety Manager - Protect the Brand. Elevate the Standards. Lead the Change.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $76,400 - $127,850 (commensurate with skills, experience & location)Annual Bonus: Target payout of 8% based on performancePaid Time Off: Vacation, sick time, paid parental leave, bereavementBenefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health & Dependent Care Accounts, Life Insurance, Legal Services, EAP, and a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan Why This Role Matters
As the Food Safety Manager at PepsiCo, you'll play a critical role in protecting both our consumers and our brand. You'll lead food safety and compliance efforts across all shifts, build a culture of GMP excellence, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive long-term improvements.
This is your opportunity to lead real change-from the floor to audits-and ensure that every product that leaves our facility is safe, high quality, and aligned with global standards. Responsibilities
What You'll Do
Own the plant's food safety program, ensuring full compliance with FSMA, GMP, and regulatory requirementsLead cross-functional Food Safety and Food Defense Teams, and serve as the point person for FSSC 22000, AIB, QAS, and other auditsDrive continuous improvement, partnering with production, quality, and maintenance to implement sustainable food safety practicesTrain frontline leaders and hourly associates on sanitation, food safety, and internal policiesLead plant GMP walks, conduct root cause analyses, and implement countermeasuresInterpret analytical data and process metrics, using insights to recommend and drive improvementsSupport policy implementation, and lead projects that enhance safety, sanitation, and overall food safety outcomesBe a hands-on leader with visibility across all shifts and functions Qualifications
Who We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in food science, Engineering, or a related field3+ years of experience in food or beverage manufacturingDeep understanding of regulatory and compliance standards (FDA, FSMA, GMP, AIB)Familiarity with GFSI schemes such as FSSC 22000, BRC, etc.Experience in continuous improvement and food safety program implementationProficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Lean Six Sigma is a plusStrong communicator and cross-functional collaborator with the ability to coach othersMust be able to lead change, drive performance, and thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment What to Expect
Regular presence on the plant floorOccasional off-shift, weekend, or holiday work based on business needsSome travel (less than 5%) may be required Why PepsiCo?
We're not just making food and beverages-we're setting global standards in quality, sustainability, and innovation. As part of our team, you'll gain access to world-class training, development, and opportunities to grow your career while protecting one of the world's most trusted brand portfolios. EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.
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