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Laboratory Intern (Temporary) - Prospecton Plant Snacks

CompanyPepsiCo
LocationSouth Africa
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 26, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Laboratory Intern will coordinate data collation for reporting process statistics and conduct routine analytical and product quality tests. They will also investigate out of specification results, implement corrective actions, and ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
159463
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
PepsiCo is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers to champion innovation, take calculated risks, and challenge the status quo. From executives to team members on the front lines, we’re excited about the future. We take chances. Together, we dare to make the world a better place. Our associates are the magic ingredient. Each of them plays an integral role in helping create deep connections between people and our products. Think about your last group celebration: Chances are, one of our iconic brands was by your side. At PepsiCo, you’re invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day. A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone’s welcome. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop and grow your skills for the future. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact on people and the planet. Join us. Dare for Better.
About the Role
Overview

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About PepsiCo 

PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales. 

 Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com


Responsibilities

Job Overview: Co-ordinate all data collation on shift for reporting process statistics. Responsible for equipment calibration on shift in order to determine accurate information. In addition, day to day lab analysis.

  • Responsible for routine analytical and product quality tests including In Market Testing.  
  • Investigate out of specification results and implement corrective actions. 
  • Ongoing trouble shooting to identify possible causes of problems and to improve quality results and accuracy of data. 
  • Feedback results on shifts to frontline with respect to opportunities and possible corrective action.
  • Ensure all data reports are completed and the results communicated. 
  • Conduct Allergen swabbing including managing and supporting all foreign objects and customer complaints on the line.
  • Calibration and maintenance of all equipment. 
  • Control of stock requirements. 
  • Documentation auditing and data analysis. 
  • Responsible and accountable for Laboratory specific projects.
  • Coordinate projects related to improving quality and quality systems. 
  • HACCP monitoring.
  • To ensure that AIB, food safety and quality standards are maintained throughout.
  • Manage and control all On hold, rejected and released stock.
  • Responsible for conducting Internal ASHA Lab Audits and active involvement and preparation in External LAB ASHA Audits.
  • Support during FSSC 22000 and AIB Audits.
  • Provide support during trials, commissioning or new projects.
  • Attend Production meetings.
  • Assistance with lab training, especially practical training.

Qualifications

Qualification/Experience:

  • Matric plus Food Technology Diploma or equivalent Tertiary Qualification.
  • Computer Literate.
  • Written and oral communication.

 

Competencies:

  • Integrity.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Analytical thinking.
  • Results driven.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Able to work shifts.

“PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer in line with the Employment Equity Act"

Key Skills
Data CollationEquipment CalibrationAnalytical TestingTroubleshootingQuality ControlDocumentation AuditingHACCP MonitoringFood SafetyCommunicationAttention to DetailAnalytical ThinkingResults DrivenLab TrainingProject CoordinationCustomer Complaint Management
Categories
Science & ResearchFood & BeverageManufacturingEnvironmental & SustainabilityHealthcare