Process Engineer Co‑op (Coffee Ops)

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is seeking a Winter 2027 Process Engineer Co-op at our Knoxville, TN site to gain hands‑on experience supporting manufacturing and process improvement.

You will analyze processes from roasting to packaging and collaborate with operations teams to drive safety, quality and efficiency improvements. The role runs January 4 to May 21, 2027, is onsite, and 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full‑time engineering program (Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical).
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills (listening, written and verbal).
• Ability to work cross‑functionally, be independently driven, and adapt to changes.
• Data analysis to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations and process improvement initiatives.
• Analyze process and production data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and present project updates, findings, and results to stakeholders.
• Apply structured problem‑solving methods to drive root-cause and solutions.
• Collaborate with operators, maintenance, quality, engineering, and leadership to implement improvements.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Problem solving

Process improvement

Communication

Technical understanding

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate in Chemical/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is seeking a Winter 2027 Process Engineer Co-op at our Knoxville, TN site to gain hands‑on experience supporting manufacturing and process improvement.

You will analyze processes from roasting to packaging and collaborate with operations teams to drive safety, quality and efficiency improvements. The role runs January 4 to May 21, 2027, is onsite, and 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm.