Production Operator

Job Description Summary:

What You’ll Do for Us

Perform a variety of manufacturing tasks, which include operating the packaging equipment and periodically provide relief for other operators, while reporting and identifying any problems on the production line.

Utilize computer terminals, which include OIT Screen software, and utilize Laboratory Information System (LIS) terminals to track downtime.

Perform daily maintenance checks on lift trucks as required.

Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Autonomous Maintenance

Set-up, operate, and troubleshoot all casing equipment, including marsh printers, bar coding systems, and print & apply labelers.

Complete the necessary conveyor adjustments for changeovers and make minor packaging equipment adjustments.

Confirm and implement a schedule optimized for shipping schedule, ingredient/package availability, manufacturing capacity, and production efficiency in cooperation with internal stakeholders

Appropriately handle changes in the production plan

Release POs to each production area using SAP, MII, and MES based on the production plan

Qualifications & Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.

Previous experience as a Production Operator

Good math and communication skills are essential.

Ability to read, write and speak English is required.

Must be experienced and able to learn operator OIT control panels.

Prior knowledge or ability to run automated casing equipment is needed.

Must possess a mechanical aptitude to be able to sequence equipment for proper start-up and shutdown, understanding machinery and conveyor controls.

Must be able to identify line problems, non-conforming products, and employ corrective actions.

The ability to do repetitive stooping, lifting 50 pounds, bending, and standing while operating equipment is required.

Must be able to work a daily schedule of 8.5 hours with a half hour unpaid lunch, with overtime and extended hours as required and work any shift as directed.

What We Can Do For You

Purpose Driven: Purpose driven approach that empowers our people to protect the environment and communities we serve while delivering safe & quality products.

Global Connections: Allows you to develop, enhance and maintain global connections that allow us to move faster and learn from others.

Community of Belonging: We are an organization that believes our ability to continually grow and build the right atmosphere where people feel safe and empowered, lets you bring your best self to work.

Skills:

Location(s):

Japan

City/Cities:

Shiga

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

October 16, 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.