Engineering Project Manager

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.; Town of Williamson (NY); On-site; USD 97,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper's Williamson, NY plant is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to lead mid-to-large capital projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure on-time startup and handover to operations. This role requires strong communication and leadership in a fast-paced, unionized manufacturing environment.

At the Williamson site you will manage CERs, budgets, and schedules while enforcing safety, quality, and TPM/Lean principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business management.
• 5+ years of project management experience.
• Experience with multi-million dollar capital projects and CERs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project teams, assign resources, and develop schedules to meet deadlines.
• Develop CERs, scope projects, and manage budgets and schedules.
• Lead the project lifecycle from scoping through commissioning and handover.
• Communicate with stakeholders and manage risk and issue resolution.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across installations.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Lean/TPM knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business management

Tools

SAP ERP

MS Project

Visio

Excel

Job description

Engineering Project Manager

Job Overview

The Williamson, NY operation is a roughly 1 million sq ft production facility with 217 acres of land. The site is the Home of the Brand Motts that has been delighting our consumers for more than 140 yrs. We produce a wide variety of products with diverse packaging capabilities going from Apple sauce, to juices and concentrates. Alongside production, the site includes a raw apple operation key for its success. The site operation will function on the foundational principles of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance); principles of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma; and the power of High-Performance Teams. The facility is a unionized location.

The Engineering Project Manager oversees multiple medium to large complexity/risk/impact projects.

Location

This role will be 100% onsite at our Williamson, NY plant.

What you will do

• Coordinate project teams, assign individual responsibilities, identify appropriate resources needed, and develop schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.


• Capital Planning and Execution: Develop capital expenditure requests (CER’s), scope projects, define project plans and manage budgets and schedules.


• Project Life Cycle Management: Lead projects through the stage gate process, from initial scoping and design (including design review prior to submitting CER) through start up, commissioning, and final handover to plant operations.


• Develop, maintain and manage project stakeholders and appropriate communication, engagement and support.


• Develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity using problem solving tools and techniques.


• Identify roadblocks and recommend resolutions; develop plans to turn any/all project challenges into order for all aspects of the project deliverables.


• Ensure program leadership is fully engaged, supportive and clear on project plans, resources and deliverable status.


• Coordinate project teams, assign individual responsibilities, identify appropriate resources needed, and develop schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.


• Construction and Installation: Oversee contractors, engineering firms and on site construction, manage installation and commissioning of installed equipment.


• Financial and schedule control: develop, monitor, and control project budgets, spend projections, and timelines to meet strategy goals.


• Compliance and Safety: Ensure all installations meet safety, quality, environmental, and food safety standards.

Characteristics for Success

• Project management professional certification preferred.


• Demonstrated influence/communication skills (verbal, written, presentation) with various levels in organization.


• Strong planning and organizational skills.


• Demonstrated time management skills while delivering multiple objectives.


• Demonstrated business analysis skills.


• Ability to deal with ambiguity and changing priorities.


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


• Ability to follow Keurig Policies and Procedures as well as our Operating Principles.

Ensure high performance results of your team by

• Fostering a culture of trust and wellbeing that prioritizes the team and values employee contributions


• Driving a shared vision with clear goals and accountability, supported by regular conversations to maximize talent


• Embracing diverse perspectives to foster innovation, learning from both successes and failures


• Establishing a safe environment where team members are motivated, heard, and aligned with clear expectations

Total Rewards

• Salary Range: $96,800 - $170,000


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


• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement


• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility


• Benefits eligible Day 1!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business management field preferred


• 5+ years’ experience in project management or comparable experience.


• Experience with technologies including CSD, Juices and Teas, Aseptic, manufacturing equipment including Fillers, Cappers, Conveyance, Packers, Palletizers, Control Systems, RO, and Batch/CIP systems.


• Experience managing multi-million dollar capital, expense or commercialization projects


• Experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio)


• Experience with SAP or similar ERP system

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.