Job Description Summary:
At The Coca-Cola Company, we refresh the world and make a difference. Our packaging teams ensure that every product leaving our Auburndale, FL facility meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and sustainability. As a Packaging Operator,you’lloperateand maintain automated equipment, support production changeovers, and help deliver the beverages consumers enjoy every day.We’relooking for detail-oriented, mechanically skilled team players who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
WhatYou’llDo for Us
Execute packaging operations according to established manufacturing standards tomaintainconsistent line performance and quality outputs.
Set up,operate, andmonitorautomated packaging equipment including case packers, palletizers, and related systems to ensure reliable and efficient performance.
Performtimelychangeovers by adjusting conveyors, guides, and programmable logic controls for different package sizes and product specifications.
Conduct visual inspections and quality checks on materials and finished goods to ensure compliance with product integrity and labeling requirements.
Complete package integrity testing andmonitorfor defects such as misapplied closures, incorrect codes, or damaged containers, escalating issues as needed.
Assistmaterial handling by supporting forklift drivers with pallet and stretch-wrapper adjustments and resolving lower-level material flow challenges.
Maintainaccuratereporting through data entry on production systems, terminals, and operator interface screens during operations and changeovers.
Identifyequipment anomalies or process deviations, troubleshoot to minimize downtime, and partner with maintenance and production teams to resolve recurring issues.
Clean and sanitize production lines and work areas to uphold food safety and environmental standards, including proper disposal of production waste.
Adhere to all safety practices, lock-out/tag-out protocols, and standard operating procedures to ensure a safe production environment.
Requirements & Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.
Demonstrated ability to work safely and exceed expectations in reliability, teamwork, and quality performance.
Experienceoperatingand maintaining automated production or packaging equipment, including mechanical and control systems.
High mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand machine sequencing, programmable controls, and troubleshooting processes.
Physical capability to perform repetitivelifting upto 50 pounds, bending, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
Proficiencyin reading, interpreting, and communicating technical instructions and safety guidelines in English.
Valid forklift certification with the ability to safelyoperateforklift equipment in a production environment.
Availability toworkan eight-hour shift schedule, including overtime and flexible shifts as business needs require.
Comfort using production data systems and human-machine interface tools for monitoring and reporting purposes.
WhatWe’llDo for You
Provide hands-on experience withstate-of-the-artmanufacturing technology in a facility committed to operational excellence.
Offer skill-building opportunities through cross-training in packaging systems, safety protocols, and quality testing techniques.
Enable career growth through exposure to digital tools, continuous improvement processes, and sustainable production practices.
Support your development in a team culture that values collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
Skills:
Pay Range:
United States: 50,357 - 61,547 USDBase pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
Location(s):
United States of AmericaCity/Cities:
AuburndaleTravel Required:
00% - 25%Relocation Provided:
NoJob Posting End Date:
October 2, 2026Our Purpose and Growth Culture:
We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors - curious, empowered, inclusive and agile - and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.
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