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:

May 8, 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.