Job Description Summary:

Job Summary

• Carry out all related activities of the continuous testing and disposition of ingredients and finished products with impartiality and confidentiality of the results generated.

Key duties/responsibilities:

• Evaluate ingredients and products via visual inspection or by measuring weight, density, etc. to determine physical properties of samples and compliance with standards with a moderate level of supervision and autonomy.
  • Perform chemical analyses using instrumental methods to determine the composition of samples.
  • Perform on time chemical analysis of in-process samples and communicate results to operations to continue or stop manufacturing process.
  • Perform chemical analysis of cleaning samples, evaluate results, and notify any impact if an out of specification result is obtained.
  • Prepare samples for ingredients, intermediate or finished products, or other materials to perform analyses (e.g., chemical, physical, sensory).

• Support the performance of microbiological analyses using methods to determine product conformance.

• Interpret data from routine and non-routine analyses to validate those ingredients/materials meet specifications and approve for use or shipment.
  • Communicate and Out of Specification result and initiate a laboratory investigation as per procedure.
  • Generate QN and block inventory when confirmation of ingredients/materials do not meet specifications.

• Record data from analyses or experiments in a computer, logbook, or laboratory notebook.

• Maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation (e.g., troubleshooting, calibrating/verification, and repairing).

• Conduct inspection of the laboratory or laboratory procedures to ensure conformance to internal (e.g., The Coca-Cola Quality System) or external certification requirements.

• Dispose of expired chemicals according to schedules and expiration dates to keep laboratory area clean and safe.

• Develop or validate laboratory test methods or equipment (sampling, monitoring, analytical procedures) to ensure reliability and accuracy of analytical results. This may include performing capability studies.

• Perform data audit to ensure accuracy of data and analytical processes. This may include statistical process control or correlation study.

• Organize workflow and task schedules to maximize laboratory efficiency (e.g., prioritize sample analysis, assign tasks, preventative maintenance).

• Prepare standards or standard curves to perform quantitative analyses.

• Participate in projects that develop laboratory capabilities, mitigate risk and drive efficiencies.

• Active participation in Network Initiatives as team member

• Participate in investigations and perform root cause analysis to external and internal complaints and deviations.

• Ensure proper handling of nonconforming material by placing the required status labels to materials on inventory and coordinating their segregation according to company procedures.

• Participate and promote activities with the OE Team that contribute toward continuous improvement (5’s, workplace audit, T Cards, Idea Cards, Big C, Tip Plan, Communication Center, etc.).

• Conduct GMP and internal audits as needed.

• Write, review, and provide training in laboratory procedures and working instructions

Job Requirements/Qualifications

Type of previous work experience required:

Desirable Experience of minimum 5 years in the position or similar function as:

• Laboratory Analyst in a regulated industry (Food, Pharma or Medical Device)
• Laboratory Good Laboratory Practices & Data Integrity (ALCOA)
• Laboratory Instrumentation knowledge

Number of years of previous work experience required:

+5 years in QA Chemical laboratory

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science (Major Chemistry, Chemical Engineering)

Languages

Fluent Spanish

Basic to Intermediate English

Skills:

Location(s):

Puerto Rico

City/Cities:

Cidra

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

June 25, 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.