Material Handler - Nights

Job Description Summary:

At The Coca‑Cola Company, we are driven by a passion to refresh the world and make a difference. Our manufacturing teams are at the heart of this purpose, ensuring the reliable, safe, and efficient delivery of products that millions enjoy every day. As a Material Handler in our Auburndale, FL facility, you play a critical role in supporting our production and distribution processes by maintaining accurate inventory flow and ensuring that every step meets the highest quality and safety standards. This position calls for a detail‑oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment, embraces technology for process accuracy, and prioritizes safety in every task. If you are ready to bring energy, precision, and accountability to a world‑class organization, this is your opportunity to contribute to the success of an iconic brand while expanding your skills in advanced manufacturing operations.

What You’ll Do for Us

• Move product between trucks, storage racks, and designated areas to maintain continuous production flow and meet distribution schedules.
• Operate forklifts and related equipment to facilitate accurate and efficient handling of goods.
• Manage product movement using handheld terminals and laser scanning devices, ensuring real‑time accuracy of item numbers, lot codes, and location data.
• Complete manual recording of product movements during system downtime or offline scenarios as required.
• Conduct pre‑operation forklift inspections each shift to maintain safety and compliance.
• Support sanitation initiatives by performing required cleaning activities in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Demonstrate commitment to all safety systems and quality standards to protect teams and meet operational objectives.
• Follow all standard operating procedures and maintain compliance with The Coca‑Cola Company’s quality assurance programs.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current forklift operator certification or ability to obtain certification before operating powered industrial equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English for safety and documentation purposes.
• Flexibility to work 8‑hour or 12‑hour shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.
• Capability to move and lift materials weighing up to 50 lbs. for distances of 10 feet or more.
• Must complete and pass training and certification requirements for this position within the designated timeline.
• Basic familiarity with digital tools or handheld scanning equipment for inventory and workflow tracking.
• Demonstrated understanding of workplace safety practices and compliance with manufacturing protocols.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in fast‑paced environments.
• Commitment to working collaboratively within a team‑oriented environment to achieve performance targets.

What We’ll Do for You

• Provide comprehensive on‑the‑job training to build expertise in manufacturing processes and material handling systems.
• Offer opportunities to learn industry‑leading practices in operational excellence, digital tracking systems, and safety compliance.
• Support your professional development through training programs and exposure to continuous improvement methodologies.
• Enable career growth within a global organization recognized for quality, leadership, and innovation.

The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Skills:

Pay Range:

United States: 44,761 - 55,161 USD

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.

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Auburndale

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

October 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.