Production Technician/Machine Operator (2nd Shift, Forklift exp a PLUS)

The Coca-Cola Company; North Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company in Columbus, NC is seeking a Production Technician to support the beverage manufacturing process on the production floor.

You will operate and maintain packaging lines, ensure quality, safety compliance, and move materials while recording data; this is a multi-shift role with exposure to noise and heat.

A high school diploma and at least 2 years of light industrial experience are required, with prior machine operating and pallet jack skills strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of light industrial work experience.
• Prior machine operation and production experience required.
• Ability to operate a manual or powered pallet jack.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain filler/packaging and related equipment.
• Load packages and containers onto machines.
• Supply line with raw materials as needed.
• Check fill levels, seals and look for damaged product.
• Move finished containers to storage.
• Record production data and counts.
• Clean, sanitize, and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Forklift operations and inspections.
• Comply with QMS/EMS/SMS/FSMS requirements.

Skills

Production experience

Machine operation

Pallet jack operation

Quality and safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description Summary:

The Coca-Cola Company. Our vision is loved brands, done sustainably, for a better shared future. It's an exciting time to work in The Coca-Cola Company's flagship market. We're accelerating our momentum as the fastest-growing large consumer goods company in North America by putting people at the heart of our business and everything we do!

As a Production Technician , you will complete and support various tasks associated with the manufacturing process of our beverages.

Function Related Activities and Key Responsibilities

• Operate, manage, maintain Filler/Packaging/Box-forming/Palletizing Equipment


• Load packages, containers onto machines


• Supply line with raw materials needed


• Check for proper filling, seals, damaged product


• Move filled containers/packages to storage


• Records statistical data and number of containers filled


• Rework product if damaged containers (leakers) or pour up waste syrup


• Wash equipment between flavors and clean and sanitize equipment


• Perform preventative maintenance and clear jams on machines as needed


• Forklift operations/inspections


• Full compliance with Quality Management System (QMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), Safety Management System (SMS) and Food Safety Management System (FSMS) requirements.

Education and Qualifications

• High School, General Education


• Minimum 2 Years light Industrial work experience


• Prior Machine Operating, Production experience required


• Ability to operate a manual/powered pallet jack or lift product is highly desired

Job Location and Work Conditions:

Work is performed mostly on production floor. Work is of repetitive nature and requires exposure to moderate noise levels, confined spaces, working around moving equipment, wetness, fumes; hazardous chemicals. Associates subject to extreme heat and cold. This is a multi-shift operation.

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.

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:

Columbus

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

September 29, 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 Statement:

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.