R&D Technician - Plano, TX

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Job Description
Overview
This position is responsible for providing operational support for Research and Development to product development teams at the Plano GPCs (TPC/Process Lab). This position will be responsible for operating food processing equipment on multiple platforms, equipment/line set up, troubleshooting equipment and process operational issues, and will provide support to site EHS compliance programs.

Responsibilities
Provide operational support for Research and Development product development teams.
Working in the Plano Process Lab or at the Technology Process Center, operate a variety of food processing equipment.
Contribute knowledge and expertise to the development process by working closely with the product development team.
Work effectively in a team environment.
Operate food processing equipment efficiently with a minimum of downtime to meet daily development objectives.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Partner with R&D engineers and food scientists to understand test objectives and deliver exceptional operational development support.
Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues.
Initiate ideas and solutions to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
Sanitize process lines, perform fundamental equipment troubleshooting and preventive maintenance as needed.
Actively participate in all team continuous improvement training and skill development activities.
Work with limited supervision to complete both assigned and self-identified tasks.
Manage assigned compliance programs – Safety, Food Safety, and Environmental.
Accurately manage daily run information – Safety, Food Safety, run data sheets, and work order submittal.
Delegate assigned run support (contract labor) to ensure proper training is provided for assigned tasks.
Ensure daily test runs are executed safely
Compensation and Benefits:

The expected compensation range for this position is between $45,900 - $73,250.
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.
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.