Production Director
ENGINEERINGUK, Dallas, TX, United States
Our vision is loved brands, done sustainably, for a better shared future. It’s an exciting time to work in The Coca-Cola Company’s flagship market as we accelerate momentum as the fastest‑growing large consumer goods company in North America, putting people at the heart of our business and everything we do.
Dallas Syrup Plant Production Director
– Leverages experience to lead and manage the manufacturing of products that meet quality standards and customer demand within a safe environment. The successful candidate will serve on the Plant’s leadership team and is responsible for building and supporting the company’s culture of continuous process improvement and efficiency. Additionally, the Production Director will deliver effective leadership and management of team leaders/supervisors and hourly associates.
Position‑Related Responsibilities and Key Job Responsibilities
Provide direct reports with leadership, direction, and coaching to achieve work objectives and improve performance and skills.
Evaluate frontline staffing needs to ensure adequate headcount for Production and Warehouse operations.
Analyze performance data to effectively identify business plan variances using established systems and ad‑hoc problem solving.
Investigate and identify root causes of any facility safety or security incident or environmental regulation non‑compliance to prevent reoccurrence.
Inspect facility to ensure adherence to safety and operating policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Maintain product, packaging and material inventory/availability using demand forecasts, historical orders and software tools designed to support the operations plans and customer demand of the plant.
Implement, evaluate and maintain effective application of The Coca‑Cola Quality System to ensure product quality as defined by Company requirements.
Identify and recommend improvements to supply chain metrics and performance standards using research, supplier relationships, industry knowledge and best practices to secure benefits for the KO system, suppliers and/or the customer.
Develop analytical tools and reports to successfully manage supply chain performance.
Review plant production equipment environment to recommend process improvements and monitor feedback mechanisms for business issues to ensure product quality and consistency.
Education and Additional Qualifications
Undergraduate Degree or equivalent work experience.
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering or Technical Degree is preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in a Food & Beverage or CPG manufacturing environment is a plus.
Leadership experience within complex manufacturing facilities with diverse teams is strongly desired.
Functional & Technical Competencies
Production Management:
Knowledge of the principles of production management to effectively communicate and manage change in a production environment.
Business Planning:
Knowledge of specific supply chain capabilities, strategies and interdependencies to perform short and long‑term business planning.
Process Improvement:
Ability to collaborate cross‑functionally and coordinate efforts around process improvement.
Occupational Safety Regulations:
Knowledge of company, local, national and international regulatory requirements applied to company locations or processes.
Good Manufacturing Practices:
Knowledge of the basic elements of GMP in a manufacturing environment and the ability to apply them.
Monitoring, Measurement, and Metrics:
Knowledge of key business drivers or measures used to gauge effectiveness and performance of an internal group or supplier.
ISO Standards Compliance:
Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000 and their application within manufacturing operations.
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 sponsorship to continue working legally in the United States.
Pay Range:
$137,000 – $164,000. Base pay may vary depending on geography, job‑related knowledge, skills and experience.
Full range of medical, financial and other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage: 30 — a market‑based competitive value for the role indicating performance at target.
Location:
United States of America – Dallas.
Travel Required:
0% – 25%.
Relocation Provided:
Yes.
Our purpose is to refresh the world and make a difference through an inclusive culture grounded in our company purpose. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and value continuous learning. We focus on four key behaviours—curious, empowered, inclusive and agile—and believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years.
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 expression, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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Dallas Syrup Plant Production Director
– Leverages experience to lead and manage the manufacturing of products that meet quality standards and customer demand within a safe environment. The successful candidate will serve on the Plant’s leadership team and is responsible for building and supporting the company’s culture of continuous process improvement and efficiency. Additionally, the Production Director will deliver effective leadership and management of team leaders/supervisors and hourly associates.
Position‑Related Responsibilities and Key Job Responsibilities
Provide direct reports with leadership, direction, and coaching to achieve work objectives and improve performance and skills.
Evaluate frontline staffing needs to ensure adequate headcount for Production and Warehouse operations.
Analyze performance data to effectively identify business plan variances using established systems and ad‑hoc problem solving.
Investigate and identify root causes of any facility safety or security incident or environmental regulation non‑compliance to prevent reoccurrence.
Inspect facility to ensure adherence to safety and operating policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Maintain product, packaging and material inventory/availability using demand forecasts, historical orders and software tools designed to support the operations plans and customer demand of the plant.
Implement, evaluate and maintain effective application of The Coca‑Cola Quality System to ensure product quality as defined by Company requirements.
Identify and recommend improvements to supply chain metrics and performance standards using research, supplier relationships, industry knowledge and best practices to secure benefits for the KO system, suppliers and/or the customer.
Develop analytical tools and reports to successfully manage supply chain performance.
Review plant production equipment environment to recommend process improvements and monitor feedback mechanisms for business issues to ensure product quality and consistency.
Education and Additional Qualifications
Undergraduate Degree or equivalent work experience.
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering or Technical Degree is preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in a Food & Beverage or CPG manufacturing environment is a plus.
Leadership experience within complex manufacturing facilities with diverse teams is strongly desired.
Functional & Technical Competencies
Production Management:
Knowledge of the principles of production management to effectively communicate and manage change in a production environment.
Business Planning:
Knowledge of specific supply chain capabilities, strategies and interdependencies to perform short and long‑term business planning.
Process Improvement:
Ability to collaborate cross‑functionally and coordinate efforts around process improvement.
Occupational Safety Regulations:
Knowledge of company, local, national and international regulatory requirements applied to company locations or processes.
Good Manufacturing Practices:
Knowledge of the basic elements of GMP in a manufacturing environment and the ability to apply them.
Monitoring, Measurement, and Metrics:
Knowledge of key business drivers or measures used to gauge effectiveness and performance of an internal group or supplier.
ISO Standards Compliance:
Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000 and their application within manufacturing operations.
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 sponsorship to continue working legally in the United States.
Pay Range:
$137,000 – $164,000. Base pay may vary depending on geography, job‑related knowledge, skills and experience.
Full range of medical, financial and other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage: 30 — a market‑based competitive value for the role indicating performance at target.
Location:
United States of America – Dallas.
Travel Required:
0% – 25%.
Relocation Provided:
Yes.
Our purpose is to refresh the world and make a difference through an inclusive culture grounded in our company purpose. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and value continuous learning. We focus on four key behaviours—curious, empowered, inclusive and agile—and believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years.
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 expression, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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