Winter 2027 Co-op - Production Operations

Winter 2027 Co-op – Production

 As a Winter 2027 Production Co-op at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) in Williamson, NY, you will support the development and implementation of Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) that improve the safety, quality, and productivity of our manufacturing operations. Working directly with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and EHS, you will spend significant time on the production floor observing processes, engaging employees, and documenting best practices. This role is designed for students seeking real-world manufacturing experience in a fast-paced environment and requires a high level of professionalism, initiative, communication, and accountability.

Shift/Schedule

• The KDP 2027 Winter Co-op Program will run from January 4 – June 25, 2027
• Full-time; 40 hours per week
• Monday-Friday
• 8:00am until 5:00pm
• In-Person

Position Responsibilities

• Develop Safety, Quality, and Production Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) that improve First-Time-Right execution, reduce process variation, and standardize critical manufacturing tasks.
• Observe manufacturing processes and collect information directly from operators, technicians, and supervisors to accurately document work practices.
• Verify and validate work instructions through employee engagement and process confirmation to ensure procedures are accurate, complete, and executable.
• Document equipment operation, product changeovers, inspections, quality checks, troubleshooting activities, and other critical manufacturing processes.
• Audit existing documentation and identify opportunities to improve clarity, usability, consistency, and process compliance.
• Build process knowledge and technical understanding of assigned production areas through direct observation and hands-on learning.
• Utilize Microsoft Office tools and plant information systems to organize, maintain, and present process documentation.
• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to reduce variation, improve standardization, and strengthen process control.
• Engage operators, technicians, supervisors, and support personnel to capture best practices and ensure documented procedures accurately reflect actual work methods.

Professional Development & Learning Opportunities

• Hands-on experience in a high-speed food manufacturing environment.
• Professional development focuses on manufacturing leadership, communication, and working in a union environment.
• Direct collaboration with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, EHS, Logistics, Delivery, Finance, and senior site leadership.
• Coaching and mentorship from experienced manufacturing professionals.
• Ownership of value-added projects that address real business needs.
• Opportunities to present project outcomes and recommendations to site leadership and corporate stakeholders.

Why This Experience Matters

This role provides a unique opportunity to learn where engineering concepts and manufacturing execution intersect. By spending significant time on the production floor and working directly with operators and technicians, you will gain firsthand experience with how manufacturing systems actually operate in a high-speed manufacturing environment

• $31.00/hour
• Paid bi-weekly
• $5,000 Sign-on Bonus, paid within 30 days of employment 

• Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited bachelor's degree program in Engineering, Industrial Manufacturing Leadership, Food Science, or a related technical discipline, and have completed at least two full years of undergraduate study prior to the start of the co-op.
• Available to work 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication skills, including active listening, professional written communication, effective verbal communication, and the ability to engage employees at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated professionalism, accountability, and maturity in academic, work, leadership, military, athletic, or extracurricular settings.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and spending significant time on the production floor observing processes and interacting with employees.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and effectively manage assigned work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively across diverse functions including Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, EHS, Logistics, Delivery, and Finance.
• Ability to receive feedback, apply coaching, and continuously improve performance and work quality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

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. 

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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: 
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