Sr Laboratory Technician

Senior Laboratory Technician  – Product Development

Keurig Coffee Brewers is expanding its research capabilities and is seeking a lab technician to support our thermo-fluids research team. In this unique role, you will work with a cross functional team of hardware and software engineers to build and test various innovative solutions to challenges facing our next generation appliance designs. You will fabricate test beds as well as execute experimental test plans to help expedite rapid learning loops enabling acceleration of development.

Shift/Schedule: This is a full-time position working on 1st shift, Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm. Flexibility to work outside of normal schedule, including weekends and holidays, is required.

Position Responsibilities

• Design and develop test beds for new appliance applications including sensor instrumentation, thermo-fluid management and integration of electromechanical components.
• Execute test plans and record, analyze, interpret and organize data working collaboratively with our cross functional team.
• Maintain availability of lab supplies and test materials per timely ordering and inventory management.
• Work within an agile development environment while continuously improving lab procedures and measurement system best practices.
• Setup and run data acquisition tasks to collect multiple types of system output data.
• Participate in design reviews and regular team meetings to share insights and provide feedback on design evaluations.

• Pay Range starting at $25.00 - $35.00 per hour. Placement within the salary range will be determined by experience and other factors.

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

• Engineering Technology degree or equivalent preferred
• Demonstrated experience (through coursework, internships, or previous roles) of working in a professional lab environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams globally.
• A proactive, self-starter attitude with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with lab safety protocols and best practices.
• Ability to work on-site full time with local design team members at Benton Harbor site.
• Experience with National Instruments toolset a plus
• Experience in machining processes, fabrication and machine tolerancing a plus
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C, or C++ also a plus

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 ~28,000 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 affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper 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