Chilled Beverage Carton Production Leader

Tropicana Brands Group USA

Bradenton, FL

Pay: $71,000-$96,000/yr

**Ready to steer high-speed carton lines for iconic beverage brands?**

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At Tropicana Brands Group—home to Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica—we blend a 76-year legacy with startup energy as a $3B joint venture of PAI Partners and PepsiCo. We’re scaling innovation in fresh and chilled beverages from our Bradenton, FL hub.

Is this you?

• Do you lead with safety and coach teams to prevent incidents before they happen?
• Can you turn OEE and TE data into action on the floor—every shift?
• Are HACCP, sanitation, and weight control part of your daily rhythm?
• Do you use SAP and CI tools to remove waste and keep material flow tight?
• Can you mentor diverse teams, run one-on-ones with purpose, and hold clear standards for quality?

What you’ll tackle

• Partner with the Safety Manager; train the workforce on prevention and enforce site rules constructively.
• Champion carton quality; verify all designated checks are on time and to spec; conduct line audits and ensure compliance.
• Analyze performance, execute corrective actions, and embed preventive, data-backed solutions using CI methods.
• Hit plan reliably by optimizing material usage and reporting results with a focus on OEE and Throughput Efficiency.
• Serve as SAP Super User across shifts; prioritize the work, clear roadblocks, and drive system improvements.
• Build capability through training needs assessments and development programs; provide regular feedback to Team Leads.
• Support carton-packaging and product trials; partner with HR to resolve labor topics; participate in grievance meetings or contract negotiations as needed.
• Lean in on special projects and other assignments as required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience in a consumer products environment; TPM/Lean background preferred.
• Data-savvy with tools like Power BI, Tableau, Zarpac, and SQL.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in business, engineering, operations management, supply chain, or related.
• On-site role in Bradenton, FL; local or willing to relocate.

Impact and growth

In Supply Chain at TBG, you’ll streamline operations from plant to shelf—partnering across functions to elevate service, quality, and cost, and creating momentum for both immediate wins and long-term growth.

Rewards

Comprehensive benefits include a 401(k) plan; medical, dental, and vision; company-paid life, STD, and LTD; plus voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverage.

Foundational Ingredients: Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future