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:** September 4, 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](https://www.coca-colacompany.com/company/purpose-and-vision) to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.