Operations Supervisor

Job Overview:

Location:

30 Gauthier Drive, Essex Junction, VT 05452 Shift and

Schedule:

We have Three shifts avilable. D1 | 5:55am - 6:16pm Monday-Wednesday and alternating Thursdays. D2 | 5:55am - 6:16pm Friday-Sunday and alternating Thursdays. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays is required as scheduled. As a Operations Supervisor, you will be responsible for the overall operating performance of Keurig Dr Pepper's processing operations. In this role, you will partner with production teams to improve the efficiency of coffee flow while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, delivery, and financial performance.

What You Will Do Maintain a safe workplace and promote a strong safety-first mindset

Supervise 20+ production employees, including full-time and temporary staff

Hire, schedule, coach, and develop frontline team members

Ensure compliance with all Keurig Dr Pepper policies, ergonomic standards, and safety requirements

Oversee process documentation and training programs to ensure consistency and operational excellence

Ensure quality products are produced and all quality procedures are followed

Partner with Quality Control, Engineering, Maintenance, and Facilities to improve performance, reduce costs, and streamline efficiencies

Track productivity and drive measured improvements in shift efficiency

Manage production costs through lean manufacturing practices and cross-training initiatives

Ensure adherence to inventory control procedures and accuracy goals

Conduct timely quarterly and annual performance reviews for frontline staff

Report food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance issues to plant leadership with authority to initiate corrective action

Ensure production of safe, wholesome, and high-quality products through trained designees when applicable

Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Driving High Performance You will help deliver strong results by:

Fostering a culture of trust, wellbeing, and respect that values employee contributions

Driving a shared vision with clear goals, accountability, and ongoing coaching conversations

Embracing diverse perspectives to encourage innovation and continuous learning

Creating an environment where team members feel motivated, supported, and aligned with expectations Total Rewards:

Targeted annual compensation range of $70,500 - $88,000.This is a salaried, exempt position paid biweekly. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. 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:

High School Diploma required;
Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred

Minimum 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment (food and beverage preferred)
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, pull/visual systems, and Total Quality Management (TQM) tools

Proven ability to use data for problem-solving, decision-making, and continuous improvement

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word, including productivity tracking

Experience with SAP or similar systems preferred

Comfortable developing and delivering group presentations to employees and leadership

Ability to provide clear, actionable positive and corrective feedback Company Overview:
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…