Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) Coach
PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH, Aiea, HI, United States
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.
Position Overview – Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) Coach
The Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) Coach ensures strict adherence to Quality and Food Safety protocols to deliver the high‑quality products consumers expect. This role leads a team of FSQ Technicians and oversees all Quality and Food Safety operations on their shift.
The FSQ Coach partners closely with Manufacturing, Tech Services, and Warehouse teams to reinforce quality procedures, drive sustainable practices, and support world‑class FSQ performance across the facility.
Responsibilities
Technical & Process Expertise:
Provide technical knowledge for water treatment systems, concentrate/syrup batching, ingredient receiving/storage, and lab systems
Demonstrate working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes and their impact on Quality and Food Safety
Food Safety Program Execution:
Oversee team execution of key Food Safety programs, including GMP compliance, sanitation, monitoring, documentation, and recordkeeping
Ensure compliance with Food Safety Management Systems (Food Safety, Food Defense, CAPA)
Oversee calibration programs and ensure analytical procedures are executed accurately
Non‑Conforming Product & Hold Management:
Ensure flawless execution of Non‑Conforming Product programs
Manage hold systems, reconciliation controls, compliance processes, and personnel training
Data Analytics & Continuous Improvement:
Use data analytics tools to monitor real‑time Quality and Food Safety performance
Identify trends and implement corrective and preventive action plans
Support improvement of Quality, Food Safety, and consumer‑related metrics
Training & Capability Building:
Coordinate Quality and Food Safety training for cross‑functional teams
Coach FSQ Technicians and support capability development across shifts
Audit Support & Compliance:
Partner with FSQ Manager, FSQ Leader, and peer Coaches to support site audits, including:
GFSI
AIB GMP
Regulatory readiness
QAS and internal audits
Ensure audit findings are addressed and sustained
Change Leadership & Collaboration:
Demonstrate effective change leadership while minimizing people impact
Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to ensure consistent quality execution
Compensation and Benefits
The expected compensation range for this position is between $66,900 - $111,950.
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.
Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 8% of annual salary paid out annually.
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
Required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (Food/Beverage Manufacturing, Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field)
Minimum 2 years of experience in the food or beverage industry strongly preferred
Minimum 2 years of direct people leadership experience preferred
Previous Quality Control experience in a high‑speed manufacturing environment preferred
Knowledge and application of quality principles and problem‑solving tools
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
Leadership & People Skills
Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive change
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team‑building skills
Ability to lead a team‑based approach to decision‑making
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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.
Position Overview – Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) Coach
The Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) Coach ensures strict adherence to Quality and Food Safety protocols to deliver the high‑quality products consumers expect. This role leads a team of FSQ Technicians and oversees all Quality and Food Safety operations on their shift.
The FSQ Coach partners closely with Manufacturing, Tech Services, and Warehouse teams to reinforce quality procedures, drive sustainable practices, and support world‑class FSQ performance across the facility.
Responsibilities
Technical & Process Expertise:
Provide technical knowledge for water treatment systems, concentrate/syrup batching, ingredient receiving/storage, and lab systems
Demonstrate working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes and their impact on Quality and Food Safety
Food Safety Program Execution:
Oversee team execution of key Food Safety programs, including GMP compliance, sanitation, monitoring, documentation, and recordkeeping
Ensure compliance with Food Safety Management Systems (Food Safety, Food Defense, CAPA)
Oversee calibration programs and ensure analytical procedures are executed accurately
Non‑Conforming Product & Hold Management:
Ensure flawless execution of Non‑Conforming Product programs
Manage hold systems, reconciliation controls, compliance processes, and personnel training
Data Analytics & Continuous Improvement:
Use data analytics tools to monitor real‑time Quality and Food Safety performance
Identify trends and implement corrective and preventive action plans
Support improvement of Quality, Food Safety, and consumer‑related metrics
Training & Capability Building:
Coordinate Quality and Food Safety training for cross‑functional teams
Coach FSQ Technicians and support capability development across shifts
Audit Support & Compliance:
Partner with FSQ Manager, FSQ Leader, and peer Coaches to support site audits, including:
GFSI
AIB GMP
Regulatory readiness
QAS and internal audits
Ensure audit findings are addressed and sustained
Change Leadership & Collaboration:
Demonstrate effective change leadership while minimizing people impact
Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to ensure consistent quality execution
Compensation and Benefits
The expected compensation range for this position is between $66,900 - $111,950.
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.
Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 8% of annual salary paid out annually.
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
Required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (Food/Beverage Manufacturing, Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field)
Minimum 2 years of experience in the food or beverage industry strongly preferred
Minimum 2 years of direct people leadership experience preferred
Previous Quality Control experience in a high‑speed manufacturing environment preferred
Knowledge and application of quality principles and problem‑solving tools
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
Leadership & People Skills
Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive change
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team‑building skills
Ability to lead a team‑based approach to decision‑making
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