Production Operator - Packaging

Position: Production Operator I - Packaging
This job is with Coca-Cola, an inclusive employer and a member of my Gwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.

Our 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Our committed to exceeding our customer's expectations for creating refreshing, high quality, and safe products manufactured in a sustainable way is central to The Coca-Cola Company's philosophy. As a Production Operator III, you'll bring your knowledge and experience in order to conduct a variety of tasks which are part of the production process in one of our world class manufacturing facilities.

We're looking for individuals with attention to detail that enjoys working in a team environment.

What You'll Do for Us
Follows manufacturing procedures and guidelines to conduct a variety of tasks which are part of the production process, which can include loading materials into production machines; removing packs and sorting raw materials or finished products.
Collects and disposes of garbage and production waste; cleans production equipment and work areas.
Accountable for the set-up, operation and troubleshooting of equipment, including mechanical and programmable controls, as well as completing the necessary filler, conveyor and palletizer adjustments for changeovers.
Visually inspect all incoming materials and outgoing products and make minor adjustments as needed.
Perform and evaluate package integrity tests
Assist forklift drivers with lower level problems with pallets, slip sheets, and/or stretch wrappers
Identify non-conforming product, such as poorly glued boxes, improper codes and/or labels
Identify and report product or machine problems to production, maintenance, and/or warehouse personnel using plant intercoms and or 2-Way radios
Monitor computer terminals and OIT screens

Qualification  s   & Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Ability to understand and communicate instructions in English with experience in a manufacturing/food production environment.
A demonstrated ability to exceed performance expectations, especially in categories of attendance, safety, and teamwork is required.
Must be familiar with and able to run automated equipment, including fillers and palletizers and operating casing equipment
Must have a high mechanical aptitude to be able to sequence equipment for proper start-up and shutdown, understanding machinery and conveyor controls.
The ability to do repetitive stooping, lifting 50 pounds, bending, and standing while operating equipment is required.
Must possess a valid forklift license and be able to operate a forklift safely and efficiently
Must be able to work an eight (8) hour shift with overtime and or extended hours as required and work any shift as directed

What We Can Do   For   You
Experience  :  A career with a global organization that give you limitless growth opportunities.
Benefits  :  A full benefits package that starts on day one of employment.
Learning & Development:  The ability to learn manufacturing processes from a leader in the industry.

Skills:

Troubleshooting;
Computer Literacy;
Writing;
Communication;
English Language;
Mechanical Apptitude;
Mathematics;
Forklift License;
Machine Operations The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.
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