The Role
Conducts in-process and finished-product quality testing across a beverage production line. Performs chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses; monitors quality parameters; maintains laboratory records; investigates deviations; coordinates corrective actions; supports audits and continuous improvement; and ensures laboratory, production-area, food-safety, housekeeping, and equipment-calibration standards.
Summary Generated by Built In
Varun Beverages Ltd. seeks a technically competent Executive – Quality (Line Chemist) for its Pathankot plant. The role involves monitoring product and process quality, performing laboratory and on‑line tests, ensuring adherence to GMP, GHP, HACCP and other food safety standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the production line.
Responsibilities
- Conduct in‑process and finished product quality checks according to SOPs and specifications.
- Perform chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses on samples collected from the production line.
- Monitor critical quality parameters at various stages of manufacturing and record results.
- Maintain accurate laboratory records, test reports, and quality documentation.
- Identify quality deviations and coordinate corrective actions with Production and other departments.
- Support investigations of non‑conformities, quality issues, and process deviations.
- Ensure proper calibration, maintenance, and cleanliness of laboratory equipment.
- Assist in internal, customer, and external audits as required.
- Maintain housekeeping and safety standards in the laboratory and production areas.
- Contribute to continuous improvement projects and suggest process enhancements.
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Food Chemistry, or a related discipline.
- 1–4 years of experience in Quality Control/Assurance or Line Quality, preferably in FMCG or Food & Beverage.
- Strong knowledge of GMP, GHP, HACCP, and food safety regulations.
- Proficiency in chemical analysis techniques and laboratory practices.
- Ability to interpret and follow SOPs and maintain documentation compliance.
- Good problem‑solving and analytical skills for handling quality deviations.
- Familiarity with MS Office for reporting and data analysis.
- Excellent communication skills to coordinate with cross‑functional teams.
- Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high quality standards.
- Fresh graduates with strong technical knowledge may also be considered.
Skills Required
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Food Chemistry, or a related discipline
- 1–4 years of experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, or Line Quality
- Experience in FMCG or Food and Beverage
- Knowledge of GMP, GHP, HACCP, and food safety regulations
- Proficiency in chemical analysis techniques and laboratory practices
- Ability to interpret and follow SOPs and maintain documentation compliance
- Problem-solving and analytical skills for quality deviations
- Familiarity with MS Office for reporting and data analysis
- Communication skills for cross-functional coordination
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
- Fresh graduates with strong technical knowledge may be considered
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The Company
What We Do
Varun Beverages Limited is one of the largest franchisees of PepsiCo in the world, specializing in the manufacturing, bottling, and distribution of carbonated and non-carbonated beverages. The company operates extensive bottling plants across India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and several African markets. As a key partner for the Pepsi brand, VBL manages the end-to-end process from production to distribution in geographically pre-defined territories.
