Production Technician Line Lead
Company: Keurig Dr Pepper
Location: Spartanburg
Posted on: July 8, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Overview: Shift: N2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday,
Alternating Saturdays – 6:30pm - 7:00am Spartanburg operation is a
state of the art coffee roasting and pod packaging facility in
addition to hosting a full beverage distribution center.
Spartanburg is the largest KDRP manufacturing and distribution
location. The site will operate on the foundational principles of
TPM (Total Productive Maintenance); leverage the principles of Lean
manufacturing and harness the power of High Performance Teams. All
associates at the Spartanburg site will have accountability to a
functional business unit in addition to the full site operation.
The site will run on state of the art enterprise IT and
manufacturing execution systems with highly automated processing,
packaging, and material movement equipment. Production Technician
Line Lead The Production Technician Line Leader (Production
Technician II) is responsible for maintaining and monitoring
production machinery to maximize production and maintain Keurig Dr
Pepper’s high standards in safety and quality. This role will also
be responsible for demonstrating and applying knowledge of
manufacturing processes to the improvement of safety, quality,
delivery, cost and culture. RESPONSIBILITIES: Deliver best-in-class
performance across the balanced Scorecard - Safety - Deliver upon
the site safety goal of zero injuries by doing the following: -
Being a role model in communicating, demonstrating, and supporting
safe behaviors - Regularly completing and/or participating in
behavioral safety observations and training others on the process -
Actively participate in safety meetings - Regularly conduct and/or
participate in safety audits and risk reduction initiatives -
Ensure 100% completion of all safety/regulatory training as it
applies to you - Quality - Achieve Zero-defect performance and
improve the customer experience by doing the following: -
Understanding and training others on all quality control, Safe
Quality Food, Good Manufacturing Practices, and other regulatory
requirements. - Production – Help foster and support a Continuous
Improvement environment by doing the following: - Identify and
address equipment and material issues as they occur - Partner
across Maintenance and Quality organizations as you leverage the
Daily Management System to drive site performance. - Lead and/or
support cross-functional focused improvement initiatives to
streamline material flow and improve equipment efficiency to
increase capacity and reduce operating expenses Sustain TPM-based
Production Environment - Support the site TPM journey and the
various implementations; mentor and teach others in the TPM process
- Actively participate in various Kaizen activities at the site and
assist in line and business unit implementations of improvements
identified during the events. - Partner with maintenance on the
execution of preventative maintenance Engage in Mini Business Unit
structure (MBU) and High Performing Team (HPT) model Be a positive
contributor to the site’s MBU structure and HPT model by doing the
following: - Demonstrate ability to work effectively with others -
Complete all tasks in work area and contribute fair share of team’s
work - Communicate status of work during shift transitions -
Demonstrate a willingness to help other team members, receive and
provide constructive feedback, and display high level of
cooperation across the site - Exhibits a positive demeanor and
models engaging communication styles and behaviors - Demonstrates
self-awareness and takes actions to continuously improve - Does not
engage in negative commentary - Interacts respectfully and
professionally with all members of the team. Total Rewards: - Pay
starting at $27.43 per hour. The employee will move to a higher
rate of $28.85 per hour in the quarter after your 6-month
anniversary. Where Applicable: - - Benefits eligible day one -
Benefits, subject to eligibility, and collective bargaining
agreements (where applicable): Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability,
Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick time), 401k with company
match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
Requirements: - 3 years manufacturing experience required -
Computer and software skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, etc)
required - Experience with WES, MES, and SAP preferred - High
School Diploma or GED preferred - Basic mathematical and mechanical
skills - Ability to learn, train, and support Subject Matter Expert
responsibilities for the business unit to ensure team members are
performing task that are related to MES and WES transactions
properly. - Ability to spend significant time standing on the
manufacturing floor with some frequency of computer work - Ability
to lift, push, and pull 75 pounds frequently without assistance
Company Overview: Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading
beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than
125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution
capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime,
anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and
world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team
that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage
brands and the 1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North
America at KDP, and we have fun doing it! Together, we have built a
leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold
beverages together at scale. 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? We strive
to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities
that empower our team of ~29,000 employees 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. 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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