Mixing, Blending Technician (3rd Shift 7p-3:30a)

Job Description Summary:

The Coca-Cola Company. Our vision is loved brands, created sustainably, for a better shared future. We strive to provide cutting-edge excellence in ingredients, innovation and design, and marketing. It’s an exciting time to work in The Coca-Cola Company’s Flagship Market, Coca-Cola North America and our associates are the best part!

As a Mixing/Blending Operator, you will be responsible for the preparation, mixing, and sealing of ingredient containers, concentrates, and syrup batches in the Mixing Department. This includes maintaining the highest standards of product quality, food safety, and security in alignment with our established quality system procedures. You will accurately complete all required documentation and system transactions, follow safe work practices, and contribute to the efficient, consistent production of our products.

Key Responsibilities and Job Duties

• Prepare and mix syrup batches following precise mixing instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Weigh and set up ingredients for production batches.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation as required by company and regulatory standards.
• Load and scan ingredients into mixing tanks using established protocols.
• Inspect incoming ingredients for proper seals, fill levels, and packaging integrity.
• Operate mixing equipment and execute cleaning cycles through computerized control systems.
• Perform periodic ingredients and concentrate cycle counts.
• Rework product batches as necessary to meet quality standards.
• Wash, clean, and sanitize all equipment between flavor changes to avoid cross-contamination.
• Safely operate, inspect, and maintain a forklift.
• Comply with all Food Safety and Security policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and all safety procedures.
• Unload HFCS, phosphoric acid, and caramel from rail cars following safety protocols.
• Oversee ingredient inventory processes, including transporting products between areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Education and Qualifications

• High school diploma or General Education
• Minimum of 1 year experience in mixing, blending, or compounding in a manufacturing or food production environment.

Functional Skills and Requirements

• Ability to read and follow instructions, recipes, and procedures accurately.
• Visual acuity to monitor equipment, detect quality issues, and ensure proper operation of production lines.
• Ability to lift and move up to 65 lbs. for a distance of at least 5 feet.
• Capable of standing for extended periods (up to 2 hours at a time) and performing repetitive motions.
• Manual dexterity for handling small components and equipment adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail, commitment to safety, and adherence to quality standards.

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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.

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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.