Production Operator
1/14/2026
The Production Operator will execute manufacturing operations, handle raw materials, and operate equipment according to production plans. They will also ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental management systems.
Working Hours
40 hours/week
Company Size
10,001+ employees
Language
English
Visa Sponsorship
No
Location(s):
JapanCity/Cities:
ShigaTravel Required:
00% - 25%Relocation Provided:
NoJob Posting End Date:
February 15, 2026Shift:
Job Description Summary:
We are committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations for creating refreshing, high quality, and safe products manufactured in a sustainable way. This is central to The Coca-Cola Company’s mission and in this role, you will bring your knowledge and experience to be an integral part of our production process in our world-class manufacturing facilities. We are looking for individuals with attention to detail that enjoy working in a team environment and want to join an exceptional team working on our iconic brands.
What You’ll Do for Us
Execution of manufacturing operations
Handle a wide variety of raw materials and operate manufacturing equipment in accordance with production plan instructions, and execute the manufacturing operations as planned in accordance with the recipe for the production of the bulk product.
Understand and follow the work standards related to each task assigned to him/her.
Communicate and work collaboratively with group members.
Understand and implement quality, safety and environmental management systems
Understand and comply with The Coca-Cola Company's Quality, Safety and Environmental Requirements (KORE) as they relate to the work assigned to you. Requirements include the following
Hygiene procedures, quality error prevention procedures, 5S, daily maintenance of equipment, non-routine and high-risk work procedures, safety and environment-related emergency response, information management, etc.
Improve operations in accordance with revised requirements and corrective actions taken by management system internal audits and external audits.
Confirmation of production scheduling
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
Process order (PO) preparation
Release POs to each production area using SAP, MII, and MES based on the production plan
Others
Prepare ingredient / package samples, including test packs, upon request
Qualifications
Driving Innovation
- Proactively seek opportunities for improvement in the operations for which they are responsible and strive to improve operations on their own.
Collaborate with others
- Maintain good communication with team members, cooperate with and support each other so that work can proceed efficiently and mutually.
Act with a sense of ownership
- Take responsibility for the work assigned to you and fulfill it.
- Proactively work to solve problems in the assigned work, without leaving it to others.
Inspire others
- Respect others and strive to be honest and tolerant in order to build trust and credibility.
- Contribute to a positive team atmosphere by always having a positive attitude when faced with challenges in the work area and working to resolve them.
Develop oneself and others
- Actively work to acquire new knowledge and skills, and contribute to the improvement of the team as a whole by improving individual skills.
(Desirable skills)
- Skill in operating manufacturing equipment and executing manufacturing operations according to established procedures.
- Basic knowledge of food safety (GMP, HACCP, etc.)
- Basic knowledge of ISO9001/22000, ISO14001, OHSAS18001 and operational skills in accordance with these requirements
- Daily maintenance skills of machinery and equipment (including 5S activities)
- Basic PC operation skills (Windows, MS Word / Excel, etc.)
Requirements
At least three (3) years of experience in a factory production line, operating manufacturing equipment and conducting manufacturing operations in accordance with prescribed procedures. (Experience in factory operations in the food industry is more desirable.)
What We Can Do For You
Experience: A career with a global organization, providing limitless growth opportunities.
Benefits: A full benefits package that starts on day one of employment.
Learning & Development: The ability to learn manufacturing processes from a leader in the industry.
Skills:
Communication, Computer Usage, English Language, English Writing, Forklift Operations, Lifting, Machine Operations, Mathematics, Mechanical Apptitude, TroubleshootingOur 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.
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