Material Handler - Nights

The Coca-Cola Company; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company in Auburndale, FL is seeking a detail‑oriented Material Handler to manage materials from receipt to production readiness, ensuring quality and safety.

You will operate forklifts, record movements with handheld scanners, perform pre‑op inspections, and uphold GMP standards in a high‑volume manufacturing setting. Weekend and overtime flexibility are required.

This role offers hands‑on manufacturing experience and opportunities for growth within a safety‑driven supply chain.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year in material handling, warehouse operations, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Current forklift operator certification or ability to obtain certification prior to operating equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Comfortable working 8-hour or 12-hour shifts, with flexibility to support weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 50 lbs. across distances of 10 feet or more in adherence with safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to workplace safety practices and GMP compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with basic computer applications and handheld scanning technology for inventory tracking.
• Capability to learn and follow standardized processes for recording product movements and completing operational documentation.
• Ability to complete position-specific training and certification requirements within the designated timeframe

Responsibilities

• Move products to and from trucks, storage racks, and designated locations, ensuring timely and accurate materials handling throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks aligned with GMP standards to uphold quality and compliance requirements.
• Use handheld devices to record product movements by item number, lot code, location, and truck number.
• Maintain accurate manual documentation of product transactions during system downtime or offline operations.
• Complete and document daily pre-operation inspections of forklifts and related equipment to ensure operational safety.
• Collaborate with team members to identify improvement opportunities in workflow efficiency and workplace safety.
• Contribute to a culture of operational reliability and product integrity in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
• Support quality and production teams by ensuring efficient material handling that aligns with shift and production schedules.

Skills

English proficiency

Safety focused

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Handheld scanners

Job description

At The Coca‑Cola Company, every role contributes to creating the world’s most loved beverages and ensuring they are delivered safely and efficiently to customers everywhere. Our Material Handler position at our Auburndale, FL manufacturing facility plays a critical role in supporting seamless operations by managing materials from the moment they arrive to the point they are ready for production and shipment. This role is essential in maintaining product flow, ensuring quality standards, and helping us meet consumer demand consistently while embodying our commitment to safety and operational excellence. We are seeking a detail-oriented, safety-focused team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and sustainability across our supply chain.

What You’ll Do For Us

• Move products to and from trucks, storage racks, and designated locations, ensuring timely and accurate materials handling throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks aligned with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards to uphold quality and compliance requirements.
• Use portable computer terminals and scanning devices to accurately record product movements by item number, lot code, location, and truck number.
• Maintain accurate manual documentation of product transactions during system downtime or offline operations.
• Complete and document daily pre-operation inspections of forklifts and related equipment to ensure operational safety.
• Demonstrate consistent adherence to safety initiatives and compliance with company safety policies, promoting a secure work environment for all team members.
• Perform all assigned tasks with attention to quality, service, and cost targets while following established standard operating procedures.
• Support quality and production teams by ensuring efficient and correct material handling that aligns with shift and production schedules.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to identify improvement opportunities in workflow efficiency and workplace safety.
• Contribute to a culture of operational reliability and product integrity within a high-volume manufacturing setting.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year in material handling, warehouse operations, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Current forklift operator certification or ability to obtain certification prior to operating equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Comfortable working 8-hour or 12-hour shifts, with flexibility to support weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 50 lbs. across distances of 10 feet or more in adherence with safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to workplace safety practices and GMP compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with basic computer applications and handheld scanning technology for inventory tracking.
• Capability to learn and follow standardized processes for recording product movements and completing operational documentation.
• Ability to complete position-specific training and certification requirements within the designated timeframe

What We’ll Do For You

• Provide hands‑on experience in a world‑class manufacturing environment, enhancing both technical and operational expertise.
• Offer access to internal learning resources and skill‑building opportunities to support long‑term career growth.
• Enable collaboration in a team‑driven environment that values innovation, safety, and efficiency in supply chain operations.
• Support engagement in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving production flow and sustainability efforts across the business.

Pay Range

United States: 50,357 - 61,547 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.

Location(s)

United States of America

City/Cities

Auburndale

Travel Required

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided

No

Job Posting End Date

September 18, 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

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