--- title: Refresco Jobs & Careers — Beverage Manufacturing description: Explore Refresco careers in beverage contract manufacturing. Browse production, maintenance, engineering, and operations roles across Europe and North America. type: company url: https://www.foundrole.com/companies/refresco date: 2026-08-13T22:09:56Z og_description: Refresco is the world's largest independent beverage contract manufacturer, producing soft drinks, juices, water, and plant-based beverages for major brands and private labels. Explore Refresco jobs and careers. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/img/pages/i2sk01/refresco.png?v=3 breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Sectors url: https://www.foundrole.com/sectors - label: Food and Beverage Services url: https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/food-and-beverage-services - label: Food Service url: https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/food-and-beverage-services/food-service --- # Refresco Jobs & Careers — Beverage Manufacturing | | | |---|---| | **Industry** | Food & Beverage Services | | **Rating** | 3.3 | | **Size** | 10,001+ employees | | **Headquarters** | Rotterdam | | **Founded** | 2000 | | **Website** | https://www.refresco.com/ | | **H1B Sponsor** | Yes (10 petitions, FY2026) | | **Employer type** | Direct employer | ## Market Insights — August 2026 *Based on 388 postings analyzed in August 2026 • Updated August 13, 2026* - Pay at Refresco runs 45% below the sitewide median ($50K vs $93K). - Hiring at Refresco accelerated 36% this month (57 active vs 42 last month). - Remote share at Refresco held steady around 1% (vs 1% last month). *Numbers above are computed from active job postings indexed during the snapshot window. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; sitewide medians are recomputed monthly from the full index. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.* ## About Refresco is the world's largest independent beverage contract manufacturer, headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The company produces soft drinks, fruit juices, water, energy drinks, and plant-based beverages for supermarket private-label brands and major consumer labels across Europe and North America — operating entirely as a behind-the-scenes production partner. ## History Refresco traces its roots to Liko, a soft drink producer active since the 1960s, which was later rebranded as Menken Drinks. The modern Refresco was formed in 2000 through a management buyout of Menken Drinks and grew rapidly through acquisitions across the continent. The company was listed on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange before being taken private in 2017. In 2022, global private equity firm KKR acquired a majority stake, backing continued geographic expansion. ## Markets & Services Refresco operates as a contract and private-label manufacturer — clients bring the brand, Refresco provides the production. Key capabilities include: - **Soft drinks & carbonates** — full-line production for retail and branded clients - **Juices & nectars** — fruit-based beverages across multiple formats and pack sizes - **Water & wellness drinks** — still and sparkling water alongside emerging health categories - **Plant-based & specialty** — growing production capacity for alternative beverages## Mission To put our drinks on every table by delivering innovative, high-quality beverage solutions that serve retailers and global brands while maintaining commitment to environmental responsibility.## Open Positions 50+ open positions at Refresco. - Batching Blending Supervisor, Nights — Fort Gibson, OK - Maintenance Supervisor Nights — Waco, TX - Batching Blending Technician — 5 locations - Project Engineering Manager — 9 locations - Quality Lead — Waco, TX [View all Refresco jobs →](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/refresco?tab=jobs) ## Top Roles Hired For - Other Production Worker — $40K median ($38K–$46K range) (62 jobs) - General Maintenance Technician — $69K median ($64K–$71K range) (37 jobs) - Forklift / Pallet Jack Operator — $45K median ($41K–$47K range) (37 jobs) - Quality Control Inspector — $49K median ($48K–$50K range) (33 jobs) - Quality Assurance / Control Manager — $128K median ($103K–$138K range) (24 jobs) ## Hiring Activity Monthly open-role counts for Refresco (median of third-party job-count snapshots): - April 2026: 20 open roles - May 2026: 50 open roles - June 2026: 61 open roles - July 2026: 46 open roles - August 2026: 48 open roles ## Tech Stack Most-used tools and platforms across Refresco's active jobs, grouped by subcategory: **Food Science and Processing:** Food Safety (86%), Food Quality Control (85%), Bottling (1%), FSSC 22000 (1%), Food Defense (1%) **Occupational Health and Safety:** Safety Regulations Compliance (24%), Safety Protocols (19%), Safety Audits (18%), OSHA Compliance (15%), Safety Awareness (12%) **Quality Assurance and Control:** Inspection (24%), Deviation Management (21%), Corrective And Preventive Action (CAPA) (19%), Product Quality (QA/QC) (15%), Quality Standards (13%) **Material Handling:** Forklift Operation (61%), Loading and Unloading (13%), Material Handling (10%), Kitting (1%), Material Handling Equipment Operation (1%) **Business Operations:** SAP (60%), Enterprise Resource Planning (5%), Operations Management (2%), Microsoft Dynamics (0%), Shared Services Management (0%) **Process Improvement and Optimization:** Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) (14%), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) (13%), Process Improvement (11%), Six Sigma (8%), Continuous Improvement Process (7%) ## Domain Expertise Specialized knowledge areas across Refresco's active jobs: **Occupational Health and Safety:** health and safety in the workplace (81%), Personal Protective Equipment (67%), occupational health (5%), health and safety regulations (0%) **Manufacturing Standards:** good manufacturing practices (82%) **Food Science and Processing:** food safety standards (20%), Food Manufacturing (1%) **Quality Assurance and Control:** quality assurance procedures (7%), total quality control (7%) **Inventory and Warehousing:** warehouse operations (12%) **Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments:** metrology (12%) ## Certifications Professional certifications across Refresco's active jobs: **Food and Beverage:** Safe Quality Food (SQF) Certification (80%), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) Certification (6%), HACCP Certification (1%) **Occupational Health and Safety:** Forklift Operator Certification (47%), Certified HACCP Professional (35%), Certified Safety Professional (1%), SHRM Certified Professional (1%), Professional in Human Resources (1%) **General Accounting:** Certified Public Accountant (3%) **Supply Chain Management:** APICS Certification (2%) **Ground Freight Transportation:** Hazardous Materials Endorsement (2%), Commercial Driver's License (1%) **Medical Support:** Certified Medical Assistant (2%) ## Common Tools Tools and capabilities Refresco emphasizes more than the typical employer (IDF-weighted, so universally-mentioned skills don't dominate): **Office and Productivity Software:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint **Quality Assurance and Control:** Quality Assurance, Quality Control **Personal Attributes:** Detail Oriented, Multitasking, Business Acumen, Financial Acumen, Self-Control **Occupational Health and Safety:** Sanitation **Employee Training:** Training And Development, Leadership Development **Initiative and Leadership:** Coordinating, Creative Thinking, Planning, Influencing Skills ## Soft Skills Soft skills emphasized in Refresco's active job requirements: **Soft Skills:** Communication (69%), Problem Solving (60%), Attention to Detail (45%), Adaptability (35%), Teamwork (30%) ## Benefits Benefits offered across Refresco's active jobs (each appearing in at least 30% of postings): **Insurance:** Life Insurance (86%), Vision Insurance (86%), Pet Insurance (65%), Disability Insurance (46%) **Retirement and Savings:** 401(k) Plans (86%) **Paid Leave:** Paid Time Off (PTO) (84%), Sick Leave (30%) **Other Benefits:** Legal Services (67%) ## Industry Focus **Industries:** Food & Beverage Services **Sectors:** Restaurants & Food Service ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What does Refresco do? Refresco is the world's largest independent beverage contract manufacturer. The company produces soft drinks, fruit juices, water, energy drinks, alcohol, and plant-based beverages for supermarket private-label brands and major A-brand labels. Its products are not sold under the Refresco name — the company operates entirely behind the scenes. ### Where is Refresco headquartered? Refresco is headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The company operates manufacturing plants across Europe and North America, with US facilities in states including Missouri, Michigan, and California. ### What types of jobs are available at Refresco? Refresco hires primarily for manufacturing and operations roles — including blending technicians, automation technicians, maintenance engineers, and production supervisors. The company also recruits for quality assurance, supply chain, and corporate functions across its plant network. ### Is Refresco a public company? No. Refresco is privately held. The company was listed on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange until 2017 when it was taken private. In 2022, private equity firm KKR acquired a majority stake to support further expansion. ### How large is Refresco? Refresco employs more than 14,000 people globally and processes roughly 11.7 billion liters of beverages annually. 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