Full-Time
Maintenance Planner
Posted on 11/30/2025
The Coca-Cola Company
10,001+ employees
Manufactures beverage concentrates for bottlers
Compensation Overview
$70.7k - $83k/yr
No H1B Sponsorship
Dallas, TX, USA
In Person
Combination of office and plant work.
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- High School Diploma or General Education
- Bachelors Degree or 3+ years of related experience as a maintenance planner/scheduler, preferably in a food or beverage facility.
- 3+ years of SAP experience as a maintenance planner/scheduler.
- Strong communication skills.
- Excellent Customer service skills.
- Demonstrate leadership qualities.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
- Strong computer skills to include Microsoft office, Excel, and Power Point
- Good attendance and performance record
- Know and follow all prescribed Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) safety, attendance, and rules of conduct guidelines.
- Adhere to all company policies and processes.
- Assure SAP system accuracy by establishing / maintaining all facility assets, preventive maintenance schedules, and work order elements.
- Heavy coordination with maintenance management, technicians, suppliers, service providers, and contractors to ensure maintenance planning activities are scheduled in support of plant operations. This includes both planned and unplanned maintenance activities.
- Coordinate with Parts Inventory team to ensure maintenance parts are ordered and stocked for planned maintenance activities.
- Perform parts kitting for all planned jobs to ensure needed materials are readily available.
- Work with mechanics on improving PM quality,detail, and completeness.
- Perform PM optimization for all plant equipment.
- Review all completed jobs for accuracy to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
- Manage all work orders and notifications for the plant.
- Coordinate contracted maintenance services including writing bidding jobs, obtaining quotes, creating purchase orders, and managing contractors.
- Responsible for initial screening of all work requests.
- Provide daily reports to maintenance leadership.
- Maintain accurate equipment lists, files, and bill of materials (BOM) in CMMS.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously while progressing to completion.
- Develop special project plans, including ordering parts and resources needed.
- Track and monitor all repair costs in CMMS.
- Manage the breakdown analysis and root cause failure analysis programs for the maintenance department.
- Update monthly maintenance metrics and kpi’s.
- Support maintenance department leadership as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
The Coca-Cola Company makes and sells non-alcoholic beverage concentrates and syrups and distributes them through a franchised network of bottlers worldwide, earning most revenue from concentrate sales. Bottlers mix these concentrates with carbonated water or other ingredients to produce finished drinks that reach consumers. It differs from competitors by operating a long-standing global bottling system across 200+ countries and managing a portfolio of over 500 brands, which helps lower shipping costs and margins. Its goal is to maintain leadership in the global beverage market by growing its bottling network and expanding its product lineup across waters, juices, sports drinks, teas, and coffees.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Atlanta, Georgia
Founded
1892
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Coca-Cola Zero Sugar volumes surged 13% across all segments in Q1 2026.
- Henrique Braun's May 2026 CEO appointment accelerates digital and sustainability initiatives.
- Premium brands like Fairlife and Smartwater grow robustly among high-income consumers.
What critics are saying
- PepsiCo captures 15% more US shelf space in Q1 2026 via direct-store-delivery.
- IRS tax litigation imposes $2-3B penalty on syrup transfer pricing within 12-18 months.
- CCBA Africa divestiture fails South African approval, trapping $1B assets in 6-12 months.
What makes The Coca-Cola Company unique
- Franchised bottling system established in 1899 enables global scale with low capital intensity.
- Iconic Coca-Cola script trademark registered in 1893 drives unmatched brand recognition.
- Concentrate sales model since 1892 yields higher margins than finished beverages.
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Company News
Coca-Cola has appointed Tapaswee Chandele as its new global chief people officer, effective 1 May 2026. She will succeed Lisa Chang, who served for seven years, and will oversee global talent, culture and workforce initiatives across multiple regions. The company's shares are currently trading at around $75.90, approximately 9.3% below the analyst price target of $83.67. Coca-Cola has delivered multi-year returns of 9.8% year-to-date, 8.7% over one year, 30.6% over three years and 62.6% over five years. The leadership change comes as the company focuses on talent development and retention across key markets including India, Türkiye, South Africa and the US. Analysts note one risk: debt is not well covered by operating cash flow.
Coca-Cola has eliminated sustainability positions globally following restructuring at its Atlanta headquarters in January, with similar cuts in the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific markets. The company removed its global vice president of sustainability and digital transformation, transitioning them to a different role. The cuts come despite Coca-Cola being labelled the world's worst plastic polluter for multiple years. The company has also scaled back its 2030 sustainability targets, raising concerns about its commitment to reducing environmental impact. Whilst restructuring typically occurs every three to five years at Coca-Cola, the focus on removing sustainability personnel is particularly troubling given the company's ongoing pollution issues. The previous restructuring in 2020 resulted in 22,000 job losses.
Coca-Cola launches Charged, a new sparkling lemon and Pineapple flavored caffeinated beverage. [Photo/courtesy] Coca-Cola has introduced Charged, a new sparkling caffeinated energy drink offering Kenyan consumers a bold and refreshing way to recharge during their day. Following its successful debut in markets including India, Nepal, Vietnam and South Africa, Charged now expands The Coca-Cola Company's beverage portfolio in Kenya. Charged is available in two vibrant flavors; Lemon Burst and Electric Pineapple, delivering a refreshing taste combined with caffeine to ensure an unmatched refreshment experience that helps consumers stay invigorated. "We are excited to introduce Charged to Kenya, offering consumers the fuel they need to maximize each day," said Monique Katana, Director of Frontline Marketing, Coca-Cola Kenya. "This launch highlights The Coca-Cola Company's dedication to innovation and our mission to provide a diverse range of beverages that meet the evolving tastes and lifestyles of our consumers." To introduce the new drink, The Coca-Cola Company and its authorized bottler, Coca-Cola Beverages Africa in Kenya, are rolling out a nationwide activation campaign featuring engaging consumer experiences, including music, entertainment and product sampling, giving consumers the opportunity to experience Charged firsthand. James Bowmaker, General Manager Coca-Cola Beverages Africa in Kenya, noted: "Charged delivers bold new flavours designed to resonate with younger consumers offering a refreshing way to fuel their day." Charged packaging reflects the brand's bold and dynamic personality, featuring a vibrant thunderbolt design that highlights the drink's invigorating properties, making it easily recognizable on shelves. Charged is now available across Kenya in 330ml bottles at supermarkets, stores and other retail outlets.
Coca-Cola reported Q4 revenues of $11.82 billion, up 3.6% year on year, but missed analysts' expectations by 1.5%. The beverage giant also fell short on EBITDA estimates, marking a slower quarter overall. Across the beverages, alcohol and tobacco sector, the 13 tracked stocks showed mixed results, with revenues beating consensus estimates by 2.1% on average. However, share prices have struggled, declining 8.2% on average since earnings releases. Celsius emerged as the quarter's strongest performer, reporting revenues of $721.6 million, up 117% year on year and beating expectations by 13.5%. Despite posting the biggest analyst beat and fastest revenue growth amongst peers, Celsius shares fell 28% following results. Coca-Cola stock remained flat post-earnings and currently trades at $78.04.
Coca-Cola preps for America250 with new packaging, community initiatives. Share via: The Coca-Cola Co. is rolling out a nationwide celebration to mark the U.S. 250th anniversary, combining limited-edition packaging, a public art initiative and a goal of generating 250,000 volunteer hours in 2026. As an America250 signature partner, Coca-Cola will anchor the campaign with its first collectible America250 mini-cans. Each design is unique to one of the 50 states as well as Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia, featuring iconic local symbols - from Georgia's peach to California's surfer culture. Custom bottles also will be part of the limited-edition collection. Consumers can scan participating products to unlock prizes and rewards, including the chance to win a new Jeep. "For nearly 140 years, Coca-Cola has been part of the American experience," said Stacy Jackson, VP of Coca-Cola Trademark, North America. "From our collectible America250 mini-cans to our community outreach initiatives, our goal is to uplift Americans throughout every zip code and create optimism for the future." The campaign is anchored by a new creative anthem called "Drink in America," which celebrates everyday moments, local traditions and shared experiences across American communities. On the community side, the company is partnering with local bottlers to drive volunteer and cause-marketing programs focused on food insecurity, disaster relief, sustainability, youth empowerment and honoring military members and veterans. Coca-Cola also will launch "Paint the Nation," a large-scale public art initiative producing dozens of murals created in collaboration with local artists. Each mural will reflect local culture and community pride. Design and development begins this month and continues through 2026. "We designed this program to be inclusive and impactful," said Shakir Moin, president of marketing for Coca-Cola North America. "Initiatives like 'Paint the Nation' and our volunteer efforts empower employees, bottlers and fans to create meaningful memories and lasting contributions." The celebration will extend across marquee events throughout the year, including the NASCAR Coca-Cola 600, the PGA Tour Championship and major music festivals. Additional Coca-Cola brands - including BODYARMOR, Gold Peak, vitaminwater and smartwater - will introduce their own commemorative packaging as part of the broader campaign. For grocery retailers, the state-specific mini-can collection creates a built-in merchandising opportunity with regional appeal. The interactive scan-to-win functionality adds a digital engagement layer that could drive incremental purchases and dwell time in the beverage aisle. The Shelby Report delivers complete grocery news and supermarket insights nationwide through the distribution of five monthly regional print and digital editions. Serving the retail food trade since 1967,... More by Shelby Team Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *