Manager, Equipment Compliance

coke; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca‑Cola Company seeks an Equipment Compliance Engineer to drive testing, calibration, and validation of beverage equipment in a global lab environment.

You will maintain lab infrastructure, develop procedures, and analyze data to support regulatory compliance and product quality across regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field (Industrial Engineering or Chemical Engineering considered).
• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in testing, quality assurance, or engineering support roles within a consumer goods, foodservice, or equipment‑related industry.
• Proficiency in executing hands‑on testing and validation, including lab equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Skilled in collecting, analyzing, and translating performance data into clear insights and actionable recommendations.
• Ability to systematically troubleshoot testing methodologies and equipment configurations while adhering to compliance protocols.
• Knowledge of IoT‑enabled systems and data‑driven analytics for equipment performance monitoring preferred.
• Familiarity with mechanical and electrical systems, including dispensers, coolers, and vending technology.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to support cross‑functional engineering projects and external supplier engagements.
• Strong organizational ability to maintain streamlined testing workflows and deliver accurate documentation under evolving timelines.
• Adaptability in adopting new testing technologies and compliance processes to enable continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Execute compliance and performance testing on beverage equipment such as dispensers, coolers, and vending machines, ensuring alignment with internal KORE standards and external regulatory requirements.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate complex lab instrumentation and test rigs while maintaining organized and efficient lab workflows.
• Maintain and upgrade the Engineering Lab infrastructure, ensuring availability and readiness of tools, materials, and digital resources for ongoing compliance activities.
• Develop and refine testing procedures, operating manuals, and documentation to support standardization, certification, and internal quality validation requirements.
• Collect, record, and analyze test results using digital tools, identifying anomalies and supporting resolution through actionable insights.
• Generate detailed compliance reports and performance summaries for use in certifications, design refinement, and stakeholder updates.
• Assist in IoT‑based monitoring and data analysis for deployed equipment to identify trends affecting compliance and performance reliability.
• Support certification submissions by ensuring technical documentation meets regulatory and KORE specifications across regions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to troubleshoot identified design issues, ensuring timely resolution aligned to project timelines.
• Engage in cross‑functional efforts that bridge engineering, quality, and innovation initiatives, contributing to modernization of testing capabilities and improved validation processes.

Skills

Change Management

Continual Improvement Process

GMP

ISO 14001

Lean Manufacturing

Microsoft Office

Production Management

Production Processes

Quality Control

Six Sigma

SOP

Waterfall Model

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related technical field

Job description

Job Description Summary:

At The Coca‑Cola Company, delivering excellence to our consumers extends beyond beverages to the world‑class equipment and technologies that enable branded experiences globally. Ensuring quality and regulatory compliance of this equipment is vital to maintaining trust and operational reliability. The Manager, Equipment Compliance Engineer plays a critical role in this effort by supporting equipment testing, lab operations, and validation processes that guarantee our platforms meet stringent performance, safety, and certification standards.

What You'll Do for Us

• Execute compliance and performance testing on beverage equipment such as dispensers, coolers, and vending machines, ensuring alignment with internal KORE standards and external regulatory requirements.

• Set up, calibrate, and operate complex lab instrumentation and test rigs while maintaining organized and efficient lab workflows.

• Maintain and upgrade the Engineering Lab infrastructure, ensuring availability and readiness of tools, materials, and digital resources for ongoing compliance activities.

• Develop and refine testing procedures, operating manuals, and documentation to support standardization, certification, and internal quality validation requirements.

• Collect, record, and analyze test results using digital tools, identifying anomalies and supporting resolution through actionable insights.

• Generate detailed compliance reports and performance summaries for use in certifications, design refinement, and stakeholder updates.

• Assist in IoT‑based monitoring and data analysis for deployed equipment to identify trends affecting compliance and performance reliability.

• Support certification submissions by ensuring technical documentation meets regulatory and KORE specifications across regions.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to troubleshoot identified design issues, ensuring timely resolution aligned to project timelines.

• Engage in cross‑functional efforts that bridge engineering, quality, and innovation initiatives, contributing to modernization of testing capabilities and improved validation processes.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field (Industrial Engineering or Chemical Engineering considered).

• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in testing, quality assurance, or engineering support roles within a consumer goods, foodservice, or equipment‑related industry.

• Proficiency in executing hands‑on testing and validation, including lab equipment calibration and maintenance.

• Skilled in collecting, analyzing, and translating performance data into clear insights and actionable recommendations.

• Ability to systematically troubleshoot testing methodologies and equipment configurations while adhering to compliance protocols.

• Knowledge of IoT‑enabled systems and data‑driven analytics for equipment performance monitoring preferred.

• Familiarity with mechanical and electrical systems, including dispensers, coolers, and vending technology.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills to support cross‑functional engineering projects and external supplier engagements.

• Strong organizational ability to maintain streamlined testing workflows and deliver accurate documentation under evolving timelines.

• Adaptability in adopting new testing technologies and compliance processes to enable continuous improvement and innovation.

What We'll Do for You

• Provide opportunities to shape the future of Coca‑Cola’s equipment testing capabilities through modernization and digital transformation initiatives.

• Enable your contribution to certification processes and innovation projects, impacting deployment speed and quality across global markets.

• Offer hands‑on experience in a dynamic lab environment where engineering, compliance, and IoT‑enabled technologies converge to enhance performance validation.

• Support growth through collaboration with global teams and exposure to advanced tools, processes, and methodologies in compliance engineering.

Skills:

• Change Management
• Continual Improvement Process
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• ISO 14001
• Lean Manufacturing
• Microsoft Office
• Production Management
• Production Processes
• Quality Control (QC)
• Six Sigma
• Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
• Waterfall Model

Pay Range:

United States: 109,000 - 129,000 USD

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:

15

Annual Incentive reference value is a market‑based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Atlanta

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

September 27, 2026

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.

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