Fall Co-op – Maintenance & Engineering - Keurig

Job Overview:

Fall 2026 Co-op - Maintenance and Engineering at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) in Sumner, WA plant will give you hands‑on experience in a large‑scale manufacturing environment, supporting cross‑functional teams and contributing to safety, quality, maintenance, operations and planning initiatives. You’ll be exposed to the full production process – from green bean receiving to roasting, grinding and packaging – and develop a strong business mindset and insight into key performance indicators that drive operational decisions.

• The KDP Fall 2026 Co‑op Program will run from July 13 – December 11, 2026
• Location:
  
  Sumner, WA (Plant)
• Full‑time; 40 hours per week
• Monday‑Friday
• 8:00 am until 5:00 pm, flexibility to collaborate with night shifts if needed
• In‑person

• Collaborate closely with Mechanics, Operations and Engineering Teams.
• Conduct data analysis to identify opportunities for improving machine efficiency and performance.
• Gain hands‑on experience with maintenance operational process, including inventory control and preventative maintenance.
• Support change management through best practice sharing and standard work documentation.
• Gain knowledge in executing operational plans and projects, including DMS (Daily Management Systems) for day‑to‑day operations, new equipment startups, and innovative product qualifications.
• Assist with TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) implementation and Lean activities, including participation in continuous improvement or Kaizen events and developing, implementing and improving autonomous and preventive maintenance work streams.
• Support daily manufacturing operations to deliver targeted safety, quality, production and cost results.
• Prepare standard reports/documentation to communicate results to all levels including senior management.
• Undertake and successfully complete simple or basic project development tasks to include writing and/or verifying specifications, maintaining product/process documentation, testing processes, equipment, raw materials and product, and validating equipment and processes.
• Be a contributor to problem solving, cost reduction, quality and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend methods for improving efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities.
• Collect and calculate savings data on improvement projects.
• Balance work priorities to meet the day‑to‑day requirements of the plant business teams.

• 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.

• $31 /hr
• Paid bi‑weekly
• Sign‑on Bonus: $5,000 (paid within 30 days of employment)

Helpful Skills (not required, but beneficial):

• Technical Tools: SQL, Python, Excel, Power BI, Solid Works or other CAD software.
• Automation & Controls: PLC Ladder Logic.
• Process Improvement:
  Lean and Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
• Systems Integration:
  Experience with system or data integration.

This position is limited to persons with permanent right to work in the United States.

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of 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.

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