Fall Co-op– Manufacturing Operations - Keurig

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
• 8:00 am until 5:00 pm, 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

Please note:

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 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 to support your growth. We are an equal opportunity employer.