Fall Co-op– Manufacturing Operations

Job Overview

Fall 2026 Co-op– Manufacturing Operations Are you ready to get hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, highly automated manufacturing environment that produces 50 million k‑cups a week? Join our team as a Fall 2026 Co-op– Manufacturing Operations in our Sumner, WA plant and take part in driving operational excellence across our production floor. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to real‑world projects, and develop skills in process improvement, lean manufacturing, and supply chain coordination.

• 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
• 8:00am until 5:00pm, flexible hours
• In‑person

• 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
• Be a contributor to problem solving, cost reduction, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Balance work priorities to meet the day‑to‑day requirements of the plant business teams
• Data analysis, auditing, database management and standardization
• Assist with training creation and delivery
• Prepare standard reports/documentation to communicate results to all levels including senior management

• 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
• Be paired with a mentor to enhance your knowledge of other parts of the business and build your network
• Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department vice president and other KDP stakeholders

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

• Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full‑time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Data Analysis or another Manufacturing related field.
• Strong computer skills (intermediate Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Clear communication and technical aptitude
• Basic project management skills

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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.

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.

Will you join us?
We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well‑being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and…