Maintenance Supervisor

Shift:  D2 Shift 6:30AM - 7:00 PM 2/2/3 schedule

The 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.  All associates at the Spartanburg site will have accountability to both 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.

As a Maintenance Supervisor you are responsible for the overall equipment performance of the Spartanburg Site.    Our Maintenance Supervisor will be expected to lead and inspire teams of highly skilled, highly engaged employees and support a “team of teams” Business Unit approach that will enable our employees to achieve extraordinary results.  You will be looked upon to provide oversight and guidance to a team of 10+ Maintenance technicians and work collaboratively across all functions to streamline the efficiency of production and deliver world class safety, quality, and delivery performance. Working within a highly automated MaintenanceSupervisors will be expected to drive disciplined execution of standardized processes through standard work and layered process audits, while teaching and facilitating structured problem-solving techniques and processes to drive waste out of the system and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Deliver best-in-class performance across the balanced Scorecard

• • • Deliver upon the site safety goal of zero injuries by leading, promoting and supporting safety culture through behavioral safety observations, facilitation of safety meetings, completion of regular safety audits and visible leadership moments, enforcement of lock-out/tag-out program, and 100% completion of all safety and regulatory training

• • • Achieve Zero-defect performance and improve customer experience by leading a right first-time approach to all production, conducting layered process audits to ensure all quality processes are being followed, and leading Root Cause Corrective Action efforts when defects do occur

• • • Works collaboratively with operations, quality, material handling and distribution center to reduce unplanned downtime and increase machine availability through the establishment and sustainment of autonomous and preventive/predictive maintenance SOPs.

• • • Lead full employee lifecycle from interviewing, hiring, and training to coaching, developing and rewarding Maintenance Technicians.

• • • Motivate, coach and develop diverse, high performing and highly engaged teams to meet established goals and build organizational capability.

• • • Provide leadership and support to Maintenance teams in support of site operational meeting cadence (Maintenance planning, Business Unit, site leadership, and employee meetings)

• • • Builds constructive and effective relationships using diplomacy and tact and treats direct reports equitably

• • • Carries out leadership responsibilities in accordance with the organization's TPM and High Performing Team Principles, policies and applicable laws.

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• Compensation: This is an exempt, salaried position paid on a biweekly cycle. Compensation is flexible and determined by the candidate's experience level.   
• 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!

• • • 5 years of experience applying comprehensive, hands-on knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures in a manufacturing environment

• • • Minimum 4 years of experience in a manufacturing leader role, preferably in food/beverage manufacturing and leading 10+ employees

Analytical / Problem Solving

• • • Strong analytical skills and the ability to propose solutions to problems even when faced with incomplete and imperfect information.

• • • Experience working with vendors and consultants to analyze manufacturing performance and develop manufacturing strategies in support of supply chain objectives

Communication

• • • Must be comfortable developing and conducting group presentations to employees and management. 

• • • Provides current, direct, complete and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others

Agility

• • • Must have the ability to work independently and as a team to positively and comfortably handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment with focused attention to detail

• • • Ability to prioritize to meet business needs, view the larger picture, and systematically solve problems

• • • The ability to manage and actively lead changes and constantly strive for improvement

• • • Must be able to occasionally travel and work a flexible schedule to participate in staff meetings that fall outside of routine shift hours and provide appropriate leadership support to staff members on various shifts.

• • • Performs other duties as requested by management.

Systems Knowledge

• • • Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particular Excel and Word, and Statistical Analysis Software

• • • Experience with SAP, MES, infinity QS and/or similar manufacturing data systems

Compliance

• • • Follows all Regulatory, Company, and departmental policies, ergonomic standards, and safety requirements directed by Keurig Dr. Pepper

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• • • Majority of time will be spent on the manufacturing floor along with some frequency of keyboarding/computer work required.

• • • Ability to lift 75 pounds frequently with mechanical assistance

• • • Ability to lift 30 pounds on a regular basis and 50 pounds occasionally.

• • • Ability to constantly lift, bend, stretch, stand, and walk during entire shift

• • • Ability to frequently kneel, squat, bend, and stoop, twist, and reach overhead with repetitive motions

• • • Ability to occasionally travel.

OTHER NECESSARY FUNCTIONS:

• • • Follows all policies, ergonomic standards and safety requirements directed by KDP and the site.

• • • Performs other duties as requested by leadership

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.