Vacancy: Syrup Maker

Reference Number: CCB260220-11
Closing Date: 28 February 2026

Job Information

Company: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (Coca-Cola Kwanza – Tanzania)
Job Category: Manufacturing
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Reporting To: Utilities and Processing Team Leader

Company Overview

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) is the 8th largest Coca-Cola authorised bottler globally by revenue and the largest on the African continent. The Group accounts for over 40% of all Coca-Cola ready-to-drink beverages sold in Africa by volume.

With more than 14,000 employees, CCBA serves over 800,000 customers across 14 countries, including South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Comoros, and Mayotte.

Role Purpose

CCBA Tanzania is seeking a Syrup Maker to join the Manufacturing team in Dar es Salaam. The primary responsibility of this role is to operate the syrup-making plant to produce syrup according to MMI standards and work instructions, conduct quality checks (destructive and non-destructive), and carry out autonomous maintenance activities. The role has a strong focus on quality control and process compliance.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Syrup Preparation

Prepare syrup batches in line with Coca-Cola product formulas and standard operating procedures.
Ensure accurate measurement and mixing of ingredients and concentrates.
Validate the quality and conformity of raw materials before use.

2. Process Compliance & Quality

Conduct in-process quality checks and immediately report deviations.
Ensure compliance with GMP, hygiene, and food safety standards.
Record batch information accurately to ensure full traceability.

3. Equipment Operation & Cleaning

Safely operate syrup tanks, mixers, pumps, and filtration systems.
Perform CIP (Clean-in-Place) and equipment cleaning according to schedules and SOPs.
Maintain clean and orderly syrup rooms and workstations.

4. Stock & Material Handling

Receive and verify raw materials against batch requirements.
Monitor ingredient stock levels and report shortages to the Team Leader.
Correctly label and store materials to prevent contamination or spoilage.

5. Health & Safety

Adhere strictly to health and safety protocols, including PPE use and chemical handling procedures.
Report unsafe conditions, near misses, or incidents promptly.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Percentage of Right-First-Time (RFT) syrup batches
Compliance with syrup preparation schedules
Accuracy of batch and cleaning documentation (%)
CIP and sanitation schedule adherence (%)
Syrup-related product quality non-conformances
Ingredient and concentrate waste/spoilage rate
Safety compliance and incident rate

Skills, Experience & Education

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Food Science & Technology, or a related field
Preferred: Certificate or Diploma in Food Technology, Chemical Processing, or related field

Experience

2–3 years’ experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment
Experience in syrup preparation, liquid mixing, or formulation is an advantage
Exposure to food safety, GMP, and hygiene standards

Skills & Competencies

Knowledge of ingredient handling, mixing, and batch preparation
Understanding of beverage processing and quality control principles
Ability to operate syrup production equipment and perform basic troubleshooting
Knowledge of CIP, sanitation processes, and chemical safety
Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping
Basic computer literacy for batch logs and reporting
Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions
Awareness of Coca-Cola KORE standards and HACCP principles (advantage)

Additional Information

Preference will be given to equity candidates.
The advert lists minimum requirements only.
Management reserves the right to use additional relevant information during shortlisting.

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the above requirements are encouraged to apply before the closing date: 28 February 2026.

How to Apply:

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