Winter Co-op - Process Engineering

Winter 2027 Co-op - Process Engineering

As a Winter 2027 Process Engineering Co-op at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), gain hands-on experience with the coffee production process by working closely with a multidisciplinary team to understand manufacturing challenges and contribute to process optimization initiatives. In addition, gain valuable insight into the day-to-day responsibilities, collaboration, and professional development of a career in engineering. This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit.

Shift/

Schedule:

The KDP 2027 Winter Co-op Program will run from January 4th – May 21st, 2027.

Location:

Spartanburg, South Carolina. Full-time; 40 hours per week Monday-Friday 8:00am until 5:00pm Onsite.

As a Winter 2027 Process Engineering Co-op you will:

• Support process engineering projects from concept through implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges.
• Assist with equipment validation, commissioning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production data and identify opportunities for process improvement

Elements of the KDP 2027 Winter Co-op Program include:

• Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast paced, cross functional team environment
• Receive mentor support for your professional development
• Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders
• Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting
• Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department, and senior leaders to highlight your project work and impact on the business

Total Rewards: $31/hour Paid bi-weekly $5,000 sign on bonus pay, paid within first 30 days of employment

Requirements:
Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Food Science, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or another related field. Willingness to spend a significant amount of time on the production floor and work in a manufacturing setting. Interest in technical and operational aspects of food and beverage production. Excitement to work with innovative technologies and equipment beyond traditional K-Cup manufacturing processes.

Interest in problem solving and independent work.

Company Overview:
Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners 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! Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together tever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that's proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth.