Production Operator $30.60/HRLY

The Coca-Cola Company. Our vision is loved brands, done sustainably, for a better shared future. It’s an exciting time to work in our 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! 

The role of the Production Operator will be part of our Fairlife dairy production plant in Peterborough, Ontario and will be required to effectively operate, troubleshoot, clean, maintain and optimize manufacturing equipment within processing and packaging operations.

* Production staff will be required to work a rotating continental schedule

Position Related Duties and Job Functions

• Understand and follow production Sequences of Operation and SOPs.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, set up, and change over processing and packaging equipment (e.g., separators, batching/blending, heat treatment, homogenizer, filler, labeler, caser, CIP, testing/monitoring systems).
• Ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality manufacturing operations while complying with GMP, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Analyze machine alarms, reports, logs, test results, and error messages to diagnose issues and implement first‑level corrective actions.
• Perform operator-based preventive maintenance, including disassembly, cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, and reassembly; assist maintenance technicians as needed.
• Execute all CIP activities, including chemical testing, documentation, and compliance.
• Conduct quality checks and in‑process compositional testing using laboratory instrumentation; maintain accurate records and logs.
• Perform plant sanitation tasks, lead detailed cleaning and hygiene activities, execute the master sanitation plan, and document daily sanitation activities and deviations.
• Safely operate forklifts to retrieve materials and maintain clean, safe, and orderly work areas.
• Adhere to GMPs, safety requirements (including Lockout/Tagout and MSDS), and report or correct safety issues promptly.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to maximize production efficiency; identify deficiencies and implement or recommend corrective actions.
• Train others on job duties as assigned and perform other tasks as needed.

Education and Qualifications

• High School, General Education or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 2+ years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Computer proficiency for manufacturing data entry and system navigation.
• Forklift certified or ability to obtain certification promptly.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills; ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Willingness to cross‑train in other departments and travel outside Canada; valid passport required.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. manual and finger dexterity; bending, lifting, twisting; standing/walking for 8–12 hour shifts; working at heights (catwalks/ladders) and in extreme temperatures.

Coca-Cola Limited is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.  We have a number of programs and policies in place to support this goal. If you require disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact our HR Shared Service team by calling 1-877-677-6774. Coca-Cola Limited will consult with all applicants with a disability who request accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicants’ individual accessibility needs.

Location(s):

Canada

City/Cities:

Peterborough

Travel Required:

00% – 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

April 22, 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.