Associate Maintenance Planner

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is seeking an Associate Maintenance Planner in Los Angeles, CA. The role prioritizes and plans maintenance work, analyzes history, and supports continuous improvement within a plant setting.

You will use CMMS to schedule proactive maintenance, manage parts, and collaborate with engineering, planning and maintenance teams to optimize operations and reduce total ownership costs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as maintenance technician in manufacturing
• Maintenance planning experience preferred
• CMMS user, SAP preferred
• Proficient with Excel, PowerPoint, email and database
• Strong communication and technical documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Prioritize, plan and support maintenance work with cross‑functional teams.
• Lead analysis of maintenance history and root cause analysis.
• Champion continuous improvement in maintenance operations.
• Assist with CMMS, inventory control and purchasing needs.
• Document and improve maintenance tasks and processes with teams.
• Report maintenance KPIs and track performance.
• Manage maintenance documentation for equipment.
• Collaborate with Network Maintenance on technical improvements.
• Support training and daily management systems.
• Develop spare parts lists and rebuild strategies.
• Coach and train technicians.
• Support engineering projects and emergencies.

Job description

Job Overview

Non Union Position

As an Associate Maintenance Planner, you are responsible for independently prioritizing and planning maintenance work which optimizes technician effectiveness. You will lead analysis of maintenance history (including root cause analysis) and utilizes multiple technical data sources to improve maintenance processes and minimize total cost of ownership. You are also responsible for planning pro-active maintenance for technicians through the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) and working with maintenance leaders to develop and oversee processes to ensure operational effectiveness and compliance. You will play a key role in championing plant maintenance initiatives.

Shift & Schedule

This is a full time position working 1st Shift; 5AM-1:30PM, Monday-Friday. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends and holidays as scheduled is required.

What you will do

• Prioritizes, plans, and supports maintenance work in collaboration with affected departments; Identify job resources (staff, tools, parts, references, etc.), assemble job plans (instructions, schematics, parts lists, manuals, etc.), coordinate with stakeholders (Production Planning, Engineering, Maintenance team, etc.), and support execution.


• Leads analysis of maintenance history (including root cause analysis).


• Advise on and champion continuous process improvement in maintenance operations.


• Assist with CMMS, inventory control, and purchasing needs as requested or needed.


• Participate with maintenance personnel, engineers, production personnel, and network representatives to document and improve maintenance tasks and processes.


• Analyze and report on network and area maintenance performance; Generate maintenance KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators), and track the department’s performance against them.


• Manages maintenance technical documentation for plant equipment and systems.


• Serve as a key site contact to Network Maintenance in driving technical improvements.


• Partner with training coordinator to ensure skills are available to meet current and future state maintenance plans.


• Supports the daily management system.


• Responsible for developing spare parts lists, kitting, and rebuild strategies.


• Comfortably, effectively coaches and trains technically skilled professionals.


• Support engineering projects.


• Assist maintenance supervisors and technicians in emergencies.


• Follow all Keurig Dr Pepper policies and procedures.

Total Rewards

• Compensation: $ 26.78/hr - $44.13/hr


• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors


• Benefits, subject to eligibility, and collective bargaining agreements (where applicable): Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement


• Benefits eligible Day 1!

Requirements

What you must have

• At least 2 years of experience as a maintenance technician in a high-volume, fast-paced, capital-intensive manufacturing environment.


• Maintenance planning experience preferred.


• Experienced CMMS user, SAP preferred.


• Proficient spreadsheet, PowerPoint, email, and database user.


• Ability to communicate technical information accurately and clearly.


• Ability to uphold Safety standards, participate in Continuous Process Improvement on the job, and follow our Manufacturing best practices.


• Ability to get along with others, be punctual, and follow instructions.


• Associates degree in relevant field is preferred.


• Proficient in developing maintenance documentation and standards.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Ability to lift 75 pounds frequently with mechanical assistance.


• Ability to lift 30 pounds on a regular basis and 50 pounds occasionally.


• Ability to constantly lift, bend, stretch and stand during entire shift.


• Ability to push/pull up to 1,500 pounds using supplied equipment.


• Ability to frequently kneel, squat, bend, and stoop, twist, and reach overhead with repetitive motions.


• Ability to work in a sedentary light office position with high frequency of keyboarding/computer work required (50% - 75% of the workday).

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be anemployer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

KDP uses artificial intelligence to assist with initial resume screening and candidate matching. This technology helps us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications align with our open roles. AI does not make hiring decisions; all decisions throughout the hiring process are made by talent acquisition team members.