Overview
PepsiCo is looking for R&D Laboratory Assistant Scientist to join on 12 months Fixed term contract in Leicester.
Job Purpose
This position is located at our Global R&D facility based in Beaumont Park and is part of the Measurement Sciences team. The position reports to the Measurement Science Beaumont Park R&D Analytical Programs lead. The role is focused on supporting the day-to-day laboratory operations for core analytical testing to evaluate the composition of snacks, ingredients, food products, raw materials, or quality samples.
Responsibilities
* Perform analytical measurements across the PepsiCo product portfolio ranging from raw material ingredients to finished products, understanding the processes and the ability to develop and refine analytical methods.
* Complete relevant method and instrument quality checks as required.
* Responsibility for equipment calibration and maintenance schedule for the lab on instrumentation associated with relevant analyses.
* Participate and demonstrate competency in proficiency testing schemes and ensure adequate follow-up to the results recovered.
* Liaise with relevant partners within R&D regarding testing updates, project requirements as required. Deliver technical insights to relevant partners on a case-by-case basis.
* Generation of relevant reports from LIMs for core simple and complex analyses. Be responsible for the delivery of complex written customer reports as appropriate.
* Troubleshoot technical issues relating to laboratory analysis on both core simple & complex tests, carrying out maintenance as required. Arrange service visits for relevant equipment as necessary.
* Ensure flexibility within the department by acting as backup as required.
* Book in samples for analytical testing and review test results and entry onto LIMs.
* Ensure that all required stock is managed and ordered in a timely manner to enable smooth flow of workload.
* Collaborate with the wider R&D team to understand key analytical programs/projects that are on the horizon.
* Support projects/validation and ensure key deliverables are met with the relevant teams.
* Support the management of external testing and the reporting of results from external laboratories.
* Work with the team and Laboratory Manager to ensure compliance to Quality Management System, as well as ISO17025 requirements and accreditation body requirements.
* Demonstrate adherence to site Health & Safety and Good Laboratory Practice policies and procedures. Support specific lab activities such as COSHH assessments, permit writers and others as needed.
* Collaborate with the leadership team to ensure that Capex planning is completed and delivered as required.
Qualifications
* Relevant Science qualification and minimum of 2 years industrial experience.
* Relevant industrial experience in the development and application of a range of analytical techniques including oil, moisture, and salt analysis.
* Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, flexible, and adaptable.
* Ability to create and implement practical solutions to test ideas or improve equipment and demonstrates a high degree of attention to detail.
* Good technical, communication & analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and distill into useful & actionable information.
* Interest in up-and-coming technology.
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