Maintenance Inventory Specialist

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.; Northlake (IL); On-site; USD 40,474 - 62,795; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision plan

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Annual bonus

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to coordinate replenishment of cost‑effective, quality materials and maintain target stock levels in the manufacturing environment. The role proactively anticipates lead times to minimize production interruptions and keep the parts room orderly.

This full‑time position on 2nd shift (12:00 PM – 8:30 PM) requires flexibility for overtime, weekends and holidays to support operations and maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum one year of experience managing inventory or in a maintenance support role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Experience with SAP or other CMMS systems highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and run reports for established metrics for the department visual management board.
• Manage the ordering process of all parts in SAP and non-SAP parts; create POs, track shipments, and review requisitions weekly.
• Receive incoming materials, verify documents, update SAP, and resolve any A/P issues during receiving.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Technicians and Supervisors on non-stock items, including ordering and distribution.
• Maintain SAP parts list, conduct monthly inventory and annual physical counts as directed by Finance.
• Generate purchase orders, track costs, and coordinate with Finance on budget requirements.
• Add new parts to SAP with Vendors and Master Data; coordinate with Grainger for non-inventory items.
• Stage incoming parts from work orders for ongoing jobs; perform additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Inventory management

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS experience

Job description

Job Overview

The Maintenance Specialist coordinates the replenishment of cost‑effective, quality materials to support the manufacturing process and maintain target stock levels. The role proactively anticipates and manages lead times to ensure minimal production and maintenance interruption, while keeping the parts room clean and orderly.

Shift & Schedule

This is a full‑time position on 2nd shift: 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends and holidays as scheduled is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and run reports for established metrics for the department visual management board.
• Manage the ordering process of all parts in SAP and non‑SAP parts (consumable). Weekly review the requisition list in SAP driven by consumed parts, identify the proper vendor for the parts, contact the vendor for correct pricing, create a PO for the needed parts and send to the vendor, and track all shipments.
• Receive incoming materials, conduct visual inspection, verify shipping documentation, place items in appropriate storage, update SAP, and address any issues during this process, including A/P resolutions and paperwork research.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Technicians & Supervisors on non‑stock items, including researching, competitive pricing, affirming timelines, ordering, receiving, and distribution to the appropriate project.
• Maintain the Maintenance parts list in SAP, tracking and reporting monthly, and keep accurate inventory levels of parts and ERSA materials. Conduct physical inventories of parts and materials as determined by Finance throughout the year.
• Generate purchase orders per management and technician requests, determine the proper GL for the request, track all costs for POs, and report to management for budget requirements. Work closely with Finance.
• Follow the established process to add new parts to SAP in collaboration with Vendors and the Master Data team.
• Coordinate with preferred vendors to maintain proper parts, including working closely with Grainger to manage the vending machine and other non‑inventory items.
• Stage incoming parts from work orders for the completion of ongoing jobs.
• Perform any additional tasks as needed.

Total Rewards

• Hourly pay range: $19.47 – $30.19.
• 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), 401(k) with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement.
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility.
• Benefits eligible Day 1.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum one year of experience managing inventory or in a maintenance support role.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Experience with SAP or other CMMS systems highly preferred.

EEO Statement

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 any other status protected by law.