Production Manager

Beschreibung:

Job Description Summary:

At The Coca-Cola Company, we are united by a purpose to refresh the world and make a difference. Within our Technical Function, Commercial Products Supply (CPS) is a critical enabler of the Advantaged Supply Chain, manufacturing concentrates and beverage bases that support our bottling partners and brands across the global system. Our success relies on operational excellence, food safety, sustainability, and empowered people working together in an inclusive environment.
The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for executing manufacturing operations at the Concentrate Plant by coordinating and supervising all activities related to the end-to-end manufacturing process. This role is accountable for process performance, people leadership, and compliance with KORE requirements across Safety, Quality, Energy, and Environmental dimensions. The position plays a key role in driving productivity, efficiency, food safety, and continuous improvement, while supporting internal and external certifications and achieving CPS Transformation Program objectives.

What You'll Do for Us

* Execute the monthly manufacturing plan in alignment with planning requirements, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient production that meets volume, quality, and service commitments.
* Lead and manage manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with KORE standards, Good Manufacturing Practices, food safety requirements, and internal and external certifications such as ISO and Kosher.
* Monitor and improve real-time process performance using KPIs including OEE, loss analysis, and Tier 1, 2, and 3 indicators, applying root cause problem-solving methodologies to close performance gaps.
* Identify, evaluate, and eliminate process bottlenecks, serving as an internal leader for capital projects, capacity maximization initiatives, and technology upgrades within manufacturing areas.
* Ensure effective inventory management by supporting WM/RF systems, overseeing accurate receiving and storage of ingredients, and ensuring correct execution of material movements to minimize losses and damages.
* Enable business continuity and supply flexibility by ensuring on-time, in-full delivery of concentrate and beverage base kits, supporting Supply Point Shifts, and executing defined Business Continuity Plan actions.
* Lead material master data accuracy and new product launch readiness, ensuring manufacturing data, validations, and line qualifications are completed in coordination with R&D and business units.
* Manage operating budgets and manufacturing variances, reducing scrap, improving productivity, and supporting capital project design and implementation in partnership with Engineering and Finance.
* Develop and inspire manufacturing teams by living the Growth Culture, enabling development plans, performance enablement, recognition programs, and continuous improvement through Operational Excellence methodologies.
* Actively participate in health, safety, energy, and environmental initiatives, understanding and applying risk matrices and taking appropriate action when deviations are identified.

Requirements & Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Food Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
* Three or more years of relevant experience in manufacturing, operations, warehouse, logistics, or quality within a regulated or high-volume production environment.
* Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, data analysis, SAP systems, and Statistical Process Control methodologies.
* Experience applying Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or structured problem-solving tools to improve safety, quality, cost, and delivery performance.
* Strong understanding of food safety systems, environmental and safety culture, and compliance with KORE and international quality standards.
* Proven capability to lead and develop teams, manage performance, and foster engagement in a fast-paced operational environment.
* Project management experience, including participation in CAPEX projects, process changes, and technology implementations.
* Ability to manage complexity related to diverse product portfolios, multiple SKUs, and frequent new product introductions.
* Effective communication skills to collaborate across production, warehouse, engineering, quality, finance, HR, suppliers, and customers.
* Demonstrated leadership behaviors aligned with innovation, inclusion, accountability, collaboration, continuous learning, and acting with an owner mindset.

What We'll Do for You

* Provide the opportunity to lead critical manufacturing operations that support iconic brands and the Mexico bottling system.
* Support your professional growth through exposure to CPS transformation initiatives, leadership development, and operational excellence programs.
* Offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment where safety, quality, and people development are foundational priorities.
* Empower you with the autonomy and resources to lead improvement initiatives and make decisions that positively impact business results.

Skills:5s (Inactive), Ammonia Refrigeration, Change Management, Continual Improvement Process, Food Safety and Sanitation (Inactive), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), ISO 90001, Lean Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, PLC Logic, Production Management, Production Processes, Quality Control (QC), Six Sigma, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

Location(s):Mexico

City/Cities:Mexico

Travel Required:00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:No

Job Posting End Date:July 5, 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