Production Operator I Packaging - Days

Coca-Cola • Auburndale, FL

16h • Onsite

About The Position

At The Coca-Cola Company’s Auburndale, Florida facility, the Production Operator I Packaging role supports packaging operations to ensure products meet quality, safety, and sustainability standards. The operator sets up, operates, and monitors automated packaging equipment; supports production changeovers; checks product and package integrity; assists with material flow; and records production information. The role also involves identifying equipment or process issues, maintaining clean and sanitary work areas, and following safety procedures in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or food-production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work safely and perform reliably, collaboratively, and with a focus on quality.
• Experience operating and maintaining automated production or packaging equipment, including mechanical and control systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to understand machine sequencing, programmable controls, and troubleshooting processes.
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds, bend, reach, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to read, interpret, and communicate technical instructions and safety guidelines in English.
• Valid forklift certification and ability to safely operate forklift equipment in a production environment.
• Availability to work a 12-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.
• Currently authorized to work full-time in the United States without requiring Coca-Cola Company sponsorship to continue working legally.

Responsibilities

• Execute packaging operations according to manufacturing standards to maintain consistent line performance and product quality.
• Set up, operate, and monitor automated packaging equipment, including case packers, palletizers, and related systems.
• Perform changeovers 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 for product integrity and labeling compliance.
• Perform package integrity testing and monitor for defects, escalating issues as needed.
• Support material handling by assisting forklift drivers with pallet and stretch-wrapper adjustments and resolving lower-level material-flow challenges.
• Enter and maintain production data using production systems, terminals, and operator-interface screens.
• Identify equipment anomalies and process deviations, troubleshoot to minimize downtime, and work with maintenance and production teams on recurring issues.
• Clean and sanitize production lines and work areas, and properly dispose of production waste.
• Follow safety practices, lock-out/tag-out protocols, and standard operating procedures.

Benefits

• A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position.
• Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art manufacturing technology.
• Skill-building opportunities through cross-training in packaging systems, safety protocols, and quality testing techniques.
• Career-growth exposure to digital tools, continuous-improvement processes, and sustainable production practices.
• Development in a team culture that values collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED