Job Context:

• A process chemist’s day-to-day duties and responsibilities are determined by where they work, there are many core tasks associated with the role .
• Interlinking theoretical knowledge and experimental approaches.
• Implementing the principles of sustainability at the roots of the chemical design.

Challenges:

3, KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

4, KEY INTERFACES

External Interfaces

Indicate the education level, previous experience, specific knowledge, skills and abilities required to meet minimum requirements for this Job..

6, SKILLS REQUIRED:

Skills

• Maintain individual sensory scores at 100% by adhering to PepsiCo guidelines for Brix, volume, and physio-chemical parameters.
• Ensure ingredient water quality scores of 100% by monitoring testing schedules and maintaining water quality specifications as per PepsiCo guidelines.
• Maintain corrected caffeine scores of 100% by implementing and reviewing quality system documents daily.
• Ensure syrup availability as per plan by preparing syrups within the specified time frame and following testing schedules while maintaining specifications.
• Monitor and maintain sugar delta within the target range for each batch.
• Maintain sanitary and hygienic conditions in the processing area to achieve micro results and prevent unsatisfactory or minimum mandate failures during AIB audits.
• Maintain process compliance with AIB (Food Safety) and QAS requirements to achieve a QAS audit score of 98 or higher.
• Ensure no major findings are raised during FSMS and other audits by maintaining sanitary and hygienic conditions in the processing area.
• Collaborate with the Quality department employees/workers/operators to ensure smooth operations and maintain high standards.
• Implement sustainable chemical design principles and interlink theoretical knowledge with experimental approaches.

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology or Chemistry (B.Sc./B.Tech-Food Tech) is required.
• 03-05 years of experience in the food industry, with a strong knowledge base and practical experience.
• Expertise in team-working style and the ability to work under pressure, meeting desired deadlines.
• High analytical ability, imagination, and creativity are essential for this role.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, along with excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Desirable certifications: B.Sc. (Chemist) or equivalent.
• Good knowledge and experience in the food industry are highly advantageous.
• Working knowledge of food safety regulations and quality control practices.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions regarding process chemistry.
• Willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new industry developments.