Description

1, PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

Job Context:

A Syrup Room Operator is responsible for the daily preparation, blending, and batching of beverage syrups in strict accordance with quality standards, recipe formulations, and safety guidelines. The day-to-day duties involve handling raw ingredients, operating automated and manual batching equipment, and maintaining high standards of sanitation in the syrup processing area.

Challenges:

- Ensuring exact adherence to PepsiCo recipe formulations and standard operating procedures to eliminate batch variations.
- Managing tight operational schedules to meet continuous production line demands while strictly maintaining food safety and CIP (Clean-In-Place) standards.

2, DETAILS OF THE JOB:

Job Role/ Title:

Syrup Room Operator

Level:

W02

Business Unit:

Nuh

Function:

Quality Control

Country:

India

Work Location:

Nuh

Reporting Manager:

Quality Head

Manager’s Manager:

Plant Manager

Matrix Manager:

Team Size / Direct Reporters:

3, KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Accountabilities

Scope of work

Syrup Availability as per Plan 100%

Prepare the syrup batches as per schedule within time frame to avoid line starvation. Follow the Syrup Testing Schedule & maintain the Specification as per norms.

Brix & Physio-Chemical Compliance 100%

Maintain the Brix, Yield, Temperature & Physio Chemical Parameters as per PepsiCo Guideline. Conduct CIP/SIP as per Schedule.

Ingredient & Water Quality Score 100%

Monitor Water and Syrup Quality Specifications as per PepsiCo Guidelines during batching operations.

Sugar Delta 0.2 %

Monitor & Maintain the Sugar Delta as per Target in each Batch. Accurately record raw material usage.

No Unsatisfactory & Minimum Mandate Failure in AIB Audit

Maintain the Sanitary & Hygienic condition of the Processing area to achieve Micro Results.

QAS audit Score 98 / FSMS Compliance

Maintain the Process and documentation as per AIB (Food Safety), QAS, and FSMS requirements with no major findings.

4, KEY INTERFACES

External Interfaces

Internal Interfaces

Quality Control Department / Chemist





Production Line Operators & Supervisors

Utility & Maintenance Team

Warehouse & Raw Material Store Team

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)

B.Sc./ ITI (Fitter/Machinist)

Desired Certifications:

Food Safety / HACCP Certification / CIP Operational Training

Experience Range:

00-01 year

Desirable experience:

Good Knowledge in Syrup Preparation, Batching, and Beverage Processing Industry

6, SKILLS REQUIRED:

Skills

Description

Proficiency Level

(General Awareness; Working Knowledge; Functional Expert, Mastery)

Functional Skills

Proven ability to operate syrup batching tanks, handle chemicals safely, execute CIP/SIP protocols, and work in team-working style in high-speed beverage bottling environment.

Ability to work under pressure and meet daily production targets.

General Awareness

Behavioural Skills

Solid Operational Discipline

Attention to Detail & Accuracy

Positive Co-ordination Skills

Time Management & Reliability

Interpersonal & Communication Skills

Working Knowledge

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. 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





- Prepare syrup batches according to the scheduled timeframe to ensure a consistent supply to the production line.
- Adhere strictly to PepsiCo recipe formulations and standard operating procedures to maintain batch consistency.
- Monitor and maintain Brix, yield, temperature, and physio-chemical parameters as per PepsiCo guidelines.
- Execute Clean-In-Place (CIP) and Sterilize-In-Place (SIP) protocols as per the scheduled maintenance plan.
- Maintain accurate records of raw material usage and ensure proper documentation for quality control purposes.
- Ensure the sanitary and hygienic condition of the syrup processing area to achieve micro-biological results.
- Work closely with the Quality Control Department and Chemist to maintain food safety standards.
- Collaborate with Production Line Operators and Supervisors to meet production targets.
- Communicate effectively with the Utility and Maintenance Team to address any equipment-related issues.
- Assist in maintaining a safe and organized work environment, adhering to all safety guidelines.

Qualifications

- Education: B.Sc. or ITI (Fitter/Machinist) with a preference for Food Safety/HACCP Certification or CIP Operational Training.
- Experience: 0-1 year of experience in a beverage processing industry, with a focus on syrup preparation and batching.
- Knowledge: Good understanding of syrup preparation, batching, and beverage processing industry practices.
- Skills: Proven ability to operate syrup batching equipment, handle chemicals safely, and work in a team-oriented environment.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet daily production targets with attention to detail.
- Strong operational discipline and a commitment to maintaining high sanitation standards.
- Good coordination and time management skills, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with various teams.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to current processes and procedures.
- A positive attitude and a passion for quality control and food safety.

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