Winter 2027 Co-op - Process Engineer

About the role

As a Winter 2027 Process Engineer Co‑op at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), you will drive TPM, Autonomous Maintenance, and continuous improvement while helping improve equipment reliability, reduce production losses, and increase manufacturing efficiency. This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit.

Schedule

January 4 – May 21, 2027; Full‑time, 40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; On‑site in Essex Junction, Vermont, US.

Responsibilities

• Analyze downtime, OEE, waste, and equipment losses to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support TPM, 5S, and Autonomous Maintenance initiatives to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Identify and drive improvements in cleaning, inspection, lubrication, centerlining, and abnormality identification activities.
• Partner with Operations and Maintenance teams to implement standard work, CILs, visual management, and process improvements.
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on increasing line performance, reducing losses, and sustaining TPM standards.

Co‑op Program Elements

• Engage and partner on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional team environment.
• Receive mentor support for professional development.
• Participate in meet‑and‑greets and lunch‑and‑learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders.
• Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development, and presenting.
• Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department, and senior leaders to highlight your project work and impact on the business.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate in a full‑time academic program at an accredited college or university, majoring in chemical or mechanical engineering.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, including excellent listening, written, and verbal abilities.
• Problem‑solving and analytical thinking – ability to identify equipment and process losses, analyze data, and develop practical solutions to improve OEE, reliability, and production efficiency.
• Collaboration and communication – ability to work effectively with operators, technicians, and leadership, communicate improvement opportunities, and help drive consistent TPM standards across the team.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without employer sponsorship now or in the future (F‑1 visa holders requiring sponsorship are not eligible).

Total Rewards

• $31 per hour, paid bi‑weekly.
• $5,000 sign‑on bonus paid within the first 30 days of employment.

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands spanning carbonated soft drinks, water, juice, mixers, and coffee. The North American refreshment portfolio includes iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, and Core Hydration®. The global coffee business serves over 100 markets and includes the Keurig® single‑serve brewing system, along with brands like Peet’s, L’OR, and Jacobs. With over 50,000 employees, KDP aims to enhance every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact on people, communities, and the planet, offering robust benefits and professional growth programs.