Manufacturing Development Program - Jacksonville

Niagara Bottling•Jacksonville, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Niagara Bottling is seeking motivated individuals to join their Manufacturing Development Program (MDP) in Jacksonville. This 15-month rotational program offers hands-on experience across various functions and departments within a leading beverage manufacturer. Participants will engage in project work and professional development, with the goal of preparing them for leadership roles in people or processes upon graduation. The program includes rotations through Production, Maintenance, and Warehouse, with potential for other departments like operations, engineering, human resources, or quality assurance. A significant part of the program involves acting as a Plant Supervisor for six months to understand operational scope and leadership responsibilities. Relocation after program completion is encouraged to broaden career opportunities.

Requirements

0 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
0 Years – Experience managing people/projects
Experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Bachelor's Degree
Have passion and grit to reach their goals
Have a desire to expand their knowledge
Work well in a team environment
Makes safety the number one priority
Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
Increases performance through greater efficiency
Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities
Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
Communicates effectively to manage expectations

Nice To Haves

2 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
2 Years – Experience managing people/projects
1 Year - internship experience
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business or any field

Responsibilities

Rotate through plant departments for 9 months, gaining hands-on experience.
Work on cost or time-saving projects impactful to the plant and Niagara.
Act as a Plant Supervisor for 6 months to understand the role's scope and importance.
Engage leadership and problem-solving skills in people and technical issues.
Participate in on-the-job training and professional development.
Complete cross-departmental projects.
Present experiences and project outcomes to local and regional leadership.
Attend department/manager meetings and action plan based on feedback.
Stand or walk for extended periods of time in a manufacturing environment.
Lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
Paid parental and caregiver leaves
Medical, including virtual care options
Dental
Vision
401(k) with company match
Health Savings Account with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities