Manufacturing Technician

Keurig Dr Pepper; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits day one

Medical & Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Parental Leave

Education Assistance

Wellness Platform

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper is seeking a Production Technician II in Columbus, OH to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot high‑speed production lines in a state-of-the-art aseptic facility. You will perform machine changeovers, engage in preventative maintenance, and support process improvements for safety, quality, and efficiency.

Required are 2 years on automated machinery with troubleshooting skills, plus 1 year of quality testing and MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience with automated machinery and troubleshooting electrical/mechanical equipment.
• 1 year monitoring and performing product quality testing; MS Office skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work extended hours in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production lines and packaging equipment.
• Set up machinery and replenish production materials as needed.
• Record data, perform maintenance tasks, and assist with machine changeovers.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and adhere to quality standards.

Skills

Automated machinery

Troubleshooting

Quality testing

Microsoft Office

Lifting 50 lbs

Flexible schedule

Job description

Shift & Schedule

This is a full time position on 3rdshift Monday - Friday 9:30pm - 6:00am. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays is required as scheduled.

Production Technician II - Columbus, OH

The Production Technician II at Keurig Dr Pepper operates, monitors, troubleshoots, and maintains production and packaging equipment to maximize operational efficiency and maintain Keurig Dr Pepper’s high standards in safety and quality in a state of the art aseptic manufacturing facility. This includes preventative maintenance, machine changeovers, and making minor adjustments. This role will also be engaged in the improvement of manufacturing processes for the improvement of safety, quality, delivery, cost and culture. There will be a potential for domestic travel during the training period.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties with a safety first approach
• Ensures work areas are clean and organized at all times
• Set up machinery and replenish production materials as needed.
• Operate and monitor line for defective materials and perform other related work in accordance with line quality.
• Troubleshoot and make minor repairs and adjustments as needed.
• Record all data as required (i.e. charts, necessary process adjustments based on data findings, etc.).
• Perform standard work for Autonomous (AM) and Preventative (PM) maintenance activities.
• Perform machine changeovers and clean and sanitize all equipment

Total Rewards

• Pay starting at $25.34 per hour with up to $0.75 shift differential. The employee will move to a higher rate of $26.65 per hour in the quarter after their 6 month anniversary.

Where Applicable

• Benefits eligible day one!!
• Benefits, subject to eligibility: Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off, 401(k) program with employer match,Child & Elder Care, Adoption Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Employee Resource Groups, Breastmilk Shipping Services, Dependent Scholarship Program, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Personalized Wellness Platform and more!

Requirements

• 2 years of experience working with and on automated machinery and troubleshooting electrical mechanical equipment
• 1 years prior experience monitoring and performing product quality testing Computer and software skills (Microsoft Office)
• Basic understanding and application of mathematical skills to make production calculations and perform loss and waste analysis
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds frequently without assistance
• Ability to frequently kneel, squat, bend, and stoop, twist, and reach overhead with repetitive motion Ability to spend significant time standing on the manufacturing floor with some frequency of computer work
• Must be available to work extended hours and flexible time in different departments based on business needs
• Aseptic manufacturing experience preferred

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.

A.I. Disclosure

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