Manufacturing Coordinator

Tropicana Brands Group; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company provided life insurance

STD and LTD insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Accident coverage

Hospital coverage

Critical illness coverages

Job summary

Tropicana Brands Group, a $3B beverage leader, seeks a Manufacturing Systems Coordinator in Bradenton, FL to support the manufacturing team on a daily basis. The role emphasizes payroll oversight, PTO tracking, attendance, and supply ordering in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in manufacturing, familiarity with Kronos, SAP, and WMS, and strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities to drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 3–5 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with Kronos payroll system and union employee payroll.
• Knowledge of SAP and WMS in a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Be onsite daily in Bradenton, Florida to support manufacturing operations.
• Oversee Kronos payroll for union employees in the department.
• Track and monitor PTO and accruals for departmental staff.
• Track attendance and communicate with management regarding status.
• Order supplies and materials as needed.
• Support planning and lead issue resolution.
• Maintain strong attention to detail and clear communication.
• Demonstrate self‑motivation and initiative.
• Utilize MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint effectively.
• Possess basic technical aptitude and math skills.
• Work independently and with teams at different levels.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing environment.
• MS Teams proficiency; strong record keeping and filing.
• Experience in a warehouse environment with SAP and WMS knowledge.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Self‑motivation

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

3–5 years manufacturing experience

Tools

Kronos

SAP

WMS

MS Office / MS Teams

Job description

Description

Fresh‑Squeezed Legacy, Bold New Chapter

Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our portfolio includes iconic brands like Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica. With over 76 years of global leadership in the orange juice category, we’re committed to preserving this legacy while driving innovation in other areas. From reimagining orange juice to creating functional smoothies and driving afternoon refreshments, we are striving to become the undisputed global leader in fresh and chilled beverages.

The Supply Chain function is essential to Tropicana Brand Group’s success by enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products. By improving warehouse operations, optimizing transportation routes, and refining inventory management practices, the team plays a critical role in streamlining processes. Collaborating with other departments to align strategies, the Supply Chain team ensures that Tropicana meets customer demands while maintaining a high standard of performance and cost-effectiveness. Through their efforts, they contribute to both short‑term achievements and long‑term growth.

Your Next Pour: The Opportunity

We are looking to add a Manufacturing Systems Coordinator to our supply chain team. This position provides direct support to the Manufacturing team for Tropicana located in Bradenton, Florida. Tropicana is looking for a critical thinker with exceptional communication, influencing and relationship management skills who thrives in a fast‑paced environment.

The Perfect Blend: Experience

• Willingness to be onsite daily in Bradenton, Florida
• Kronos Administrator overseeing payroll for union employees in department.
• Track and monitor Paid Time Off and Accruals for the departmental employees.
• Track attendance and communicate with Management team regarding status and discipline.
• Order supplies and materials.
• Support the plan and lead issue resolution
• Show strong attention to detail and communicate effectively.
• Demonstrate self‑motivation and initiative.
• Demonstrate strong computer skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and with teams at different levels of the organization.
• Basic Technical Aptitude and Math Skills.
• Ability to be Flexible and Adapt to an ever changing environment.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office & MS Teams skills
• Record keeping and filing.
• Experience working in a warehouse environment
• Knowledge of SAP and WMS.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree OR Minimum 3‑5 years manufacturing experience
• Previous Payroll administration preferably using Kronos or similar payroll system.

Perks That Pack a Punch

TBG is pleased to offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes a 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, company provided life, STD and LTD insurance. In addition, you may also elect to participate in voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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