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PepsiCo

Food Safety Manager

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PepsiCo
Dallas, TXexternalFood and Hospitality ServicesPosted over 1 year ago (Apr 15, 2025)

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range

: $76,400 - $127,850 (commensurate with skills, experience & location) •

Annual Bonus

: Target payout of 8% based on performance •

Paid Time Off

: Vacation, sick time, paid parental leave, bereavement •

Benefits 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.

What You'll Do

Own the plant's food safety program

, ensuring full compliance with FSMA, GMP, and regulatory requirements •

Lead cross-functional Food Safety and Food Defense Teams

, and serve as the point person for FSSC 22000, AIB, QAS, and other audits •

Drive continuous improvement

, partnering with production, quality, and maintenance to implement sustainable food safety practices •

Train frontline leaders and hourly associates

on sanitation, food safety, and internal policies •

Lead plant GMP walks

, conduct root cause analyses, and implement countermeasures •

Interpret analytical data and process metrics

, using insights to recommend and drive improvements •

Support policy implementation

, and lead projects that enhance safety, sanitation, and overall food safety outcomes • Be a hands-on leader with visibility across all shifts and functions

Who We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in

food science, Engineering, or a related field

• 3+ years of experience in

food or beverage manufacturing

• Deep 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 implementation

• Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Lean Six Sigma is a plus • Strong communicator and cross-functional collaborator with the ability to coach others • Must be able to lead change, drive performance, and thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment

What to Expect

• Regular presence on the plant floor • Occasional off-shift, weekend, or holiday work based on business needs • Some 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 . Please view our Pay Transparency Statement

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