Production Technician Lead

Location: 6045 Bowdendale Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32216

Shift & Schedule Full-time, 2nd Shift Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM Flexibility required for overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed

We are seeking a Production Lead to supervise and coordinate activities across multiple high-speed packaging lines. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for driving daily performance, coaching team members, and ensuring operations meet safety, quality, and efficiency standards. The ideal candidate is proactive, solutions-oriented, and experienced in leading teams within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coach production operators to achieve daily and weekly production targets
• Ensure packaging operations meet safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction goals
• Monitor equipment performance and maintain a safe, efficient work environment
• Manage operations within established labor and budget guidelines
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation
• Analyze production data and implement corrective actions to drive continuous improvement
• Recommend improvements to equipment, materials, and processes
• Support and enforce lean manufacturing and standardized work practices
• Mentor and develop team members to build a high-performing, collaborative culture
• Support training initiatives and ongoing skill development

• Starting pay: $32.08 per hour. Pay increases to $33.76 per hour in the quarter after their 6-month anniversary.

Benefits (Effective Day One, Where Applicable):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Disability Coverage

• Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick leave)

• 401(k) with company match

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Mileage Reimbursement

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment (food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or chemical preferred)
• Experience with high-speed production equipment and quality monitoring systems
• Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

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.

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