Blending/ Mixing Operator- Nights $23

At The Coca‑Cola Company, we create beverages that refresh the world and bring people together. As a Blending Operator in our Auburndale facility, you’ll play a key role in turning raw ingredients into high-quality products that meet our exacting standards. This position is essential to delivering the quality and safety our consumers expect, working in a fast-paced environment where precision, teamwork, and attention to detail drive every batch. 

What You’ll Do for Us 

• Perform blending activities to convert raw materials into finished beverage products that meet quality specifications. 

• Execute batching tasks, including equipment setup, cleanups, drum handling, drum dumping, and routine maintenance aligned to safe operating standards. 

• Apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) by maintaining cleanliness of equipment, floors, walls, and production areas to support food-safe operations. 

• Conduct visual inspections of incoming materials and blended product; identify non-conformances, apply minor adjustments, and document findings accurately. 

• Complete all quality-related responsibilities according to standard procedures and approved work instructions. 

• Operate multiple pieces of blending equipment, including high shear tanks, fluidor choppers, tote loaders, and conveyor systems; manage line inspections and document quality checks. 

• Monitor and control blending processes through computer terminals and operator interface screens while maintaining adherence to safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout procedures. 

• Safely operate forklifts as part of material handling activities required for production flows. 

• Provide occasional coverage for other operators as needed to support seamless plant operations. 

• Maintain accurate production records and comply with established performance, safety, and quality measures. 

Requirements & Qualifications 

• High school diploma GED or equivalent work experience  

• Minimum prior experience as a production or blending operator in a manufacturing environment. 

• Proven ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. 

• Strong math competency and communication skills for accurate measurement and documentation. 

• Demonstrated proficiency or ability to learn operator control panels and automated blending systems. 

• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of machinery sequencing, including proper start-up and shutdown procedures. 

• Ability to identify process issues or non-conforming products and apply corrective actions promptly. 

• Comfortable performing repetitive tasks including lifting to 50 pounds, bending, stooping, and standing for extended periods. 

• Availability to work 12-hour shifts, including overtime, in alignment with plant scheduling requirements. 

What We’ll Do for You 

• Enable hands-on experience in a state-of-the-art facility that prioritizes innovation and operational excellence. 

• Support your growth through access to advanced manufacturing processes and robust on-the-job learning. 

• Provide opportunities to contribute to Coca‑Cola’s global system while working on high-impact products consumed worldwide. 

• Empower you with ongoing skill-building that connects operational expertise to quality leadership in beverage manufacturing.