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Job Overview: Winter 2027 Co-op – Maintenance & Reliability As a co-op at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) you will be a part of the beverage revolution. You will be working in a fast-paced, highly technical manufacturing environment that produces some of KDP’s most popular beverages. Each co-op will lead high-impact projects and will be provided with opportunities to grow professionally. You will be supporting the Technical Excellence, Maintenance & Reliability team where you will be involved as we connect between the Multisite Engineering and site Maintenance teams using TPM fundamentals. You will be developing documentation for work instructions, preventive maintenance and more. You will also support as we develop rankings for manufacturing equipment and analyze opportunities. This role is aligned to the Beverage Operating Unit. Shift/Schedule • The position offers flexibility to be located in Burlington, MA, Frisco, TX, Houston, TX, Vernon, CA, Northlake, IL, or Williamson, NY • The KDP 2027 Winter Co-op Program will run from January 4 – May 21, 2027 • Full-time; 40 hours per week • Monday-Friday • 8:00am until 5:00pm • Hybrid • Up to 50% travel may be required As a Maintenance & Reliability Co-op you will: • Write work instructions and preventive maintenance documents • Make power points and one-point lessons • Create pivot tables and analyze data • Review equipment manuals and write instructions • Assist with TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) implementation and Lean activities, including participation in Continuous Improvement or Kaizen events and developing, implementing and improving autonomous and preventive maintenance workstreams • Undertake and successfully complete simple or basic project development tasks to include any of the following: writing and/or verifying specifications, maintaining product/process documentation, testing processes, equipment, raw materials and product, and validating equipment and processes. • Analyze downtime data and maintain action plans using lean methodology. Elements of the KDP 2027 Co-op Program include: • Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast paced, cross functional team environment • Receive mentor support for your professional development • Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders • Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting • Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department, and senior leaders to highlight your project work and impact on the business Total Rewards: • $31.00/ hour • Paid bi-weekly • $5,000 Sign-on Bonus, paid within first 30 days of employment Requirements: • Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Engineering, Maintenance & Reliability or another Manufacturing-related field • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines • Strong communication skills including excellent listening, written, and verbal abilities • Ability to work cross-functionally, be independently driven, and adapt to changes • Strong ability in the Microsoft Office suite, Power BI, and AI tools (CoPilot/ChatGPT) Please note: You must be work authorized in the United States on a full time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to F-1 (student) visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full time basis. We incorporate HireVue, an automated interview tool, into our campus recruitment process. Please visit this link to learn more about HireVue and how to prepare. *We recommend checking with your campus career center for additional preparation resources such as InterviewStream, Big Interview and more 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 an employer 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: KDP uses artificial intelligence to assist with initial resume screening and candidate matching. This technology helps us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications align with our open roles. AI does not make hiring decisions; all decisions throughout the hiring process are made by talent acquisition team members. If you prefer not to have your application processed using artificial intelligence, you may opt out by emailing your resume and qualifications directly to kdpjobs@kdrp.com in lieu of clicking Apply. In order for your application to be considered and opted out of AI, you must include the words 'AI Opt-Out' and either job title and location or Job ID # in the email subject line in your email application.

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Winter 2027 Co-op – Maintenance & Reliability
This role is aligned to the Beverage Operating Unit.
Shift/Schedule
The position offers flexibility to be located in Burlington, MA, Frisco, TX, Houston, TX, Vernon, CA, Northlake, IL, or Williamson, NY
The KDP 2027 Winter Co-op Program will run from January 4 – May 21, 2027
Full-time; 40 hours per week
Monday-Friday
8:00am until 5:00pm
Up to 50% travel may be required
As a Maintenance & Reliability Co-op you will:
Write work instructions and preventive maintenance documents
Make power points and one-point lessons
Create pivot tables and analyze data
Review equipment manuals and write instructions
Analyze downtime data and maintain action plans using lean methodology.
Elements of the KDP 2027 Co-op Program include:
Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast paced, cross functional team environment
Receive mentor support for your professional development
Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders
Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting
Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department, and senior leaders to highlight your project work and impact on the business
Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Engineering, Maintenance & Reliability or another Manufacturing-related field
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines
Strong communication skills including excellent listening, written, and verbal abilities

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