JOB DESCRIPTION
1, PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
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:
2, DETAILS OF THE JOB:
Job Role/ Title:
Process Chemist
Level:
M01
Business Unit:
Nuh
Function:
Quality Control
Country:
India
Work Location:
Nuh
Reporting Manager:
Quality Head
Manager’s Manager:
Plant Manager
Matrix Manager:
Team Size:
No. of Direct Reporters:
3, KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Accountabilities Scope of work
Individual Sensory score 100 %.
Maintain the Brix, Volume & Physio Chemical Parameter as per PepsiCo Guideline. Do the CIP as per Schedule.
Ingredient Water Quality Score 100%.
Monitor Water Quality Testing Schedule as per PepsiCo Guideline Maintain the Water Quality Specifications per PepsiCo Guideline
Corrected Caffeine score 100 %.
Maintain the Quality System in the Shift. Maintain & review the Documents on Daily basis as per PepsiCo
Syrup Availability as per Plan 100%.
Prepare the Syrup as per schedule with in time Frame. Follow the Syrup Testing Schedule & maintained the Specification as per norms.
Sugar Delta 0.2 %.
Monitor & Maintain the Sugar Delta as per Target in each Batch
No any Unsatisfactory & Minimum Mandate Failure in AIB Audit.
Maintain the Sanitary & Hygienic condition of the Processing area to achieve the Micro Results.
QAS audit Score 98
Maintain the Process as per AIB(Food Safety) & QAS requirements
No any Major findings to be raised during FSMS & Other Audits.
Maintain the Sanitary & Hygienic condition of the Processing area to achieve the Micro Results.
4, KEY INTERFACES
External Interfaces
Internal Interfaces
Quality department employees/ worker/ operator
5, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Indicate the education level, previous experience, specific knowledge, skills and abilities required to meet minimum requirements for this Job..
Education Qualification (Highest)
with Target Institute(s)
M.Sc./ B.Tech-Food Tech
Desired Certifications:
M.Sc.(Chemist)
Experience Range:
02-05 years
Desirable experience:
Good Knowledge & Experience required in Food Industry.
6, SKILLS REQUIRED:
Skills
Description
Proficiency Level
(General Awareness; Working Knowledge; Functional Expert, Mastery)
Functional Skills
Proven ability to work in team-working style in complex, inter-dependent organization.
Ability to work under pressure and meet the desired deadlines
Expert
Behavioural
Skills
Imagination & Creativity
High Analytical Ability
Strong Communication skills
Co-ordination Skills
Interpersonal skills
Expert
General Awareness: Knows the fundamental or general understanding of concepts.
Working Knowledge: Has broad job knowledge; knows and applies the full range of concepts and practices. Has broad / working knowledge of the subject. Candidate should use these concepts in day to day practices.
Functional Expert: Candidate is certified functional expert with strong knowledge on concepts.
Mastery: Candidate is subject matter expert and has command over the subject/ concept
Responsibilities
- Maintain Brix, volume, and physicochemical parameters as per PepsiCo guidelines.
- Execute CIP operations according to the prescribed schedule.
- Monitor water quality and ensure compliance with PepsiCo specifications.
- Prepare syrup batches on time and verify all testing specifications.
- Control sugar delta within a 0.2% target for each batch.
- Maintain and review quality system documentation daily.
- Ensure sanitary and hygienic conditions to achieve AIB and QAS audit scores.
- Support FSMS and other internal audits with zero major findings.
- Perform sensory score assessments to achieve 100% compliance.
- Coordinate with quality department staff, operators, and external auditors.
- M.Sc. in Chemistry or B.Tech in Food Technology (or related) from a recognized institute.
- 2-5 years of experience in food industry quality control or process chemistry.
- Strong knowledge of PepsiCo quality guidelines and food safety standards (AIB, QAS).
- Proven ability to work in a team within a complex, inter‑dependent organization.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- High analytical ability and problem‑solving skills.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.
- Familiarity with CIP procedures and water quality testing.
- Demonstrated creativity and imagination in process improvement.
- Proficiency in maintaining documentation and audit readiness.
Skills Required
- M.Sc. in Chemistry or B.Tech. in Food Technology, or a related qualification, from a recognized institute.
- 2-5 years of experience in the food industry, quality control, or process chemistry.
- Strong knowledge of food industry quality guidelines and food safety standards, including AIB and QAS.
- Ability to work effectively in a team within a complex, interdependent organization.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- High analytical ability and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.
- Familiarity with CIP procedures and water quality testing.
- Creativity and imagination for process improvement.
- Proficiency in maintaining quality documentation and audit readiness.
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.
