Keurig Dr Pepper

Pilot Plant & Laboratory Manager

Keurig Dr Pepper • $76K — $133K *
Burlington, MA 01803In-Person
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 1-3 years in engineering, pilot plant management, or lab operations
  • Experience in food manufacturing and food safety with GMP and HACCP training
  • Ability to coordinate contractors, vendors, and maintenance technicians
  • Proficiency with project management tools and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong communication and organization skills
  • Ability to troubleshoot lab equipment issues.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily facility needs and assist with planned activities alongside R&D leadership
  • Act as the main point of contact for contractors, vendors, and internal teams
  • Coordinate with teams during facility maintenance activities
  • Manage installation and calibration of lab equipment, creating SOPs as needed
  • Maintain pilot plant operation schedules and raw material inventories
  • Implement and sustain pilot plant and laboratory supply systems
  • Prepare routine status reports and provide technical updates to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • Paid Time Off including parental leave, vacation, and sick time
  • 401k with company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Annual performance-based bonus
Full Job Description
Job Overview:

Job Summary

The R&D Pilot Plant & Lab Manager will serve as the primary point of contact at our Burlington, MA location, overseeing lab and pilot plant operations, and other activities associated with various project execution requirements. This role involves collaborating and coordinating with the R&D leadership team, and staff ensuring smooth, daily operations for lab and pilot plant activities. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, proactive, and skilled at managing multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Partner closely with R&D leadership to oversee daily facility needs and assist with planned activities.
  • Serve as the primary on-site liaison for contractors, vendors, and internal technical teams for infrastructure related projects.
  • Coordinate locally with impacted teams during facility upgrade/maintenance activities, and planned maintenance of pilot/lab equipment.
  • Oversee on site installation and calibration of laboratory instruments and equipment; compile or generate operating documentation and SOP's
  • Maintain and oversee pilot plant operation schedules, raw material inventory management, and primary packaging inventory.
  • Create, implement & maintain kanban pilot plant and laboratory supply systems.
  • Support equipment and infrastructure issue identification and resolution, escalating risks as needed to avoid project delays or cost impacts.
  • Prepare and deliver routine status reports and technical updates R&D leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Partner with lab teams to establish recurring lab clean-up, organization, and other related activities.
  • Partner with R&D teams to identify, prioritize, and scope future capital needs
  • Establish training program for R&D staff on lab/pilot equipment; organize training as needed and maintain R&D training records


Total Rewards:
  • Salary Range: $76,400 - $133,000
  • Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
  • 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

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 1-3 years of experience in engineering, pilot plant management, lab/plant operations, or technical project coordination.
  • Experienced in food manufacturing, food safety, with GMP and HACCP training.
  • Demonstrated coordination of contractors, vendors, or maintenance technicians for infrastructure upgrades/repairs, and/or pilot & lab equipment maintenance.
  • Ability to operate, maintain, disassemble, and clean food processing pilot equipment.
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot lab equipment issues.
  • Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder-management skills.
  • Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet) and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Able to work independently on-site and make informed decisions with minimal supervision.


Preferred Skills
  • Knowledge of laboratory infrastructure (e.g., HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, cleanroom or research spaces).
  • Familiarity with 5S principles and implementation.

About Keurig Dr Pepper

Keurig is a beverage company that offers a variety of K-Cup pods and single-serve coffee makers. The company provides iced coffee brewers, cappuccino, and latte makers.

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Learn more about Keurig Dr Pepper
Size
27,500 employees
Market Cap
$51 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+14.5%
Revenue
$11.6 billion
NASDAQ
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* Ladders Estimates

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