Production Supervisor

Keurig Dr Pepper; Northlake (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Annual bonus

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper is hiring a Manufacturing Production Supervisor in Northlake, IL. The role directs and coaches operators on fast, high‑speed lines, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while steering cost control and continuous improvement.

The position requires strong leadership, lean manufacturing knowledge, and experience with SAP and MS Office. The shift runs 1:00pm–10:30pm with potential weekend/holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading production teams in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and TPM.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and Excel.
• Experience with SAP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coach production operators to execute daily/weekly schedules on multiple lines.
• Manage within labor and operating expense budgets.
• Coordinate beverage packaging to ensure safety, quality, and productivity.
• Meet site productivity, quality, safety, health, and morale goals.
• Complete and update production paperwork and records.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and safe for use.
• Analyze production records to identify improvement opportunities.
• Recommend long-term improvements, including equipment changes and process updates.
• Drive continuous improvement through teamwork and skills development.
• Staff, train, and develop team members.
• Manage labor relations within the labor contract and policy.

Skills

People management

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen

TPM

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Overview

Looking for a fresh start? A company help grow your skillset and advance your career? We are happy to speak with you about your experience and how you may be a fit within our teams. Lots of exciting things are happening at KDP and we'd love for you to be a part of it! KDP Company Overview. You may also view all of our current openings on our Careers Page: KDP Careers - Northlake, IL.

Manufacturing Production Supervisor

The Manufacturing Production Supervisor manages and coordinates the activities of production personnel engaged in packaging beverage products for storage & shipment, including providing leadership, direction and facilitation on multiple high speed production lines.

Shift & Schedule

This is a full time position on 2nd shift working 1:00pm to 10:30pm. Flexibility for additional coverage outside of these hours, including potential weekends and/or holidays, is also required as needed.

Position Responsibilities

• Direct and coach production operators in the execution of daily/weekly production schedules for multiple packaging lines.
• Manage within labor and operating expense budget.
• Coordinate beverages packaging ensuring safety, quality and productivity while minimizing waste.
• Meet the productivity, quality, safety, health, environmental and morale goals established for the site.
• Complete and update all necessary production paperwork and record.
• Ensure equipment in the area assigned is in working order and that working conditions are safe at all times.
• Review and analyze production records to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Make recommendations for long term solutions, including recommendations for replacing equipment, refurbishing equipment, procedural changes, productivity improvement, material change, etc., related to the area of accountability.
• Drive the continuous improvement agenda in area of responsibility through teamwork, skills and capability development.
• Staff, train, evaluate and develop team members.
• Manage and facilitate employee and management relationship within the guidelines of the labor contract and company policy.

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: $70,500 - $93,400
• 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

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field highly preferred or relevant work experience
• Previous people management experience in a leadership role required
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing practices, Kaizen, TPM, and/or other methods of Continuous Improvement
• Previous experiencewith Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel
• Previous experience with SAP 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.

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