Production Operator - Packaging - NightsThe Coca-Cola Company

At The CocaCola 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,youlloperateand maintain automated equipment, support production changeovers, and help deliver the beverages consumers enjoy every day.Werelooking for detail-oriented, mechanically skilled team players who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

WhatYoullDo 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.

WhatWellDo 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.