Operations Manager

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Manufacturing Production Manager

The Production Manager has overall responsibility of manufacturing lines for a continuous shift operation. The Production Manager organizes and directs all related departmental activities through direct reports supervising each shift. The Production Manager will be responsible for management to include continuous improvement activities, planning, capital expenditures and reporting as required. The Production Manager will be a site champion for Lean Six Sigma processes.

This position is accountable for delivering the established site goals for quality, productivity, budgetary and environmental, health and safety compliance.

This is a full time position working our N1 Shift: Monday - Thursday from 5:00pm - 5:30am. Flexibility for additional coverage outside of these hours, including potential weekends and/or holidays, is also required as needed.

• Ensures the timely execution of the production schedule through management practices.
• Champion continuous improvement activities in production to include Lean Six Sigma Activities.
• Performs administrative reporting for operation in SAP environment.
• Develop production team of 5 line leaders who will support 90+/- employees using best practice methods.
• Manage budgetary responsibilities for the department.
• Manage Safety, Maintenance, Quality and Sanitation programs for manufacturing lines.
• Capital project development and management.

• Fostering a culture of trust and wellbeing that prioritizes the team and values employee contributions
• Driving a shared vision with clear goals and accountability, supported by regular conversations to maximize talent
• Embracing diverse perspectives to foster innovation, learning from both successes and failures
• Establishing a safe environment where team members are motivated, heard, and aligned with clear expectations

• Salary Range: $96,800 - $130,000
• 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
• Benefits eligible Day 1!

• Bachelors degree preferred
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• 5 years supervisory experience required
• Six Sigma White Belt Certification preferred
• 2 years’ experience in SAP preferred

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDPapprovement ability) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio expanded more than 125 owned, licensed and partner 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!

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