Keurig Dr Pepper

Principal Process Engineer

Keurig Dr Pepper • $100K — $130K *
Spartanburg, SC 29301In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
  • Green Belt and Black Belt certification preferred.
  • Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Minitab, Excel, and Power BI preferred.
  • Excellent communication and team engagement skills.
  • Hands-on approach with a focus on delivering results.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with teams to eliminate waste sources.
  • Lead structured problem-solving and change management initiatives.
  • Partner with operations to enhance safety, quality, and throughput.
  • Assist in training frontline team members on plant systems.
  • Facilitate kaizen events and problem-solving workshops.
  • Monitor process performance data for improvement opportunities.
  • Support development of standard work and visual management tools.

Benefits

  • Benefits eligible day one!
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability coverage.
  • Paid Time Off including parental leave and vacation.
  • 401k with company match.
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Mileage Reimbursement.
  • Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility.
Full Job Description
Job Overview:

This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit

Location: Moore,South Carolina,29369

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as scheduled

The Principal Process Engineer will support the KDP Spartanburg Manufacturing Site and report to the Senior Process Improvement Manager. This role is instrumental in identifying and eliminating sources of waste across manufacturing operations while driving operational excellence through structured problem-solving, Lean methodologies, continuous improvement, and change management.

The ideal candidate is passionate about optimizing processes, reducing variability, improving efficiency, and engaging teams in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and eliminate the eight sources of waste, including downtime, defects, overproduction, motion, inventory, waiting, transportation, and underutilized talent.
  • Lead and support structured problem-solving activities, including RCCMs, A3s, and DMAIC projects, to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
  • Drive change management initiatives that support successful and sustainable process improvements.
  • Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Quality teams to implement process changes that improve safety, quality, throughput, and overall plant performance.
  • Develop an understanding of plant systems and support the training, teaching, and coaching of frontline team members on those systems.
  • Facilitate and support Kaizen events, problem-solving workshops, and project team meetings to address operational and financial challenges.
  • Monitor and analyze process performance data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
  • Support the development and implementation of standard work, visual management, and Lean daily management tools.
  • Train and coach frontline teams on problem-solving tools, Lean principles, and continuous improvement practices.
  • Foster and strengthen a culture of continuous improvement throughout the plant.

Total Rewards:
  • Targeted annual compensation range of $100,000-$130,000.
  • This is a salaried, exempt position paid biweekly. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
  • Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

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.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Engineering or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience using structured problem-solving tools and successfully implementing process improvements that deliver measurable results.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage employees at all levels of the organization.
  • Hands-on approach with a strong bias for action and a demonstrated ability to deliver results.
  • Proficiency with Minitab, Excel, and Power BI preferred.
  • Experience with basic mechanical and/or electrical systems is a plus.
  • Ability to repeatedly lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

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
KDP
* Ladders Estimates

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