Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.
Winter 2026 Co-op – Process Engineer
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc., Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States, 29302
Winter 2026 Co-op – Process Engineer
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Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.
Overview Winter 2026 Co-op – Process Engineer in Spartanburg, SC at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP). You will be part of the beverage revolution and work with site leadership to drive sustainable solutions that have long-lasting impact on the plant. This co-op provides opportunities in problem solving, logical thinking and collaborative teamwork, and may open future professional growth opportunities. You will be at the flagship coffee manufacturing site for Keurig Dr Pepper, involved in identifying manufacturing efficiency opportunities and working with the site engineering team as well as corporate engineering and continuous improvement teams.
Shift / Schedule
The KDP Winter Co-op Program runs January 5 – May 22, 2026
Location: Spartanburg, SC (Plant)
Full-time; 40 hours per week
Monday–Friday
8:00am – 5:00pm
Responsibilities
Gain knowledge in executing operational plans and projects, including DMS (Daily Management Systems) for day-to-day operations, QMS (Quality Management Systems), new equipment and software startups, and innovative product qualifications.
Participate in AGILE project management and lead the verification and testing of Manufacturing software and applications.
Influence software capabilities to achieve six sigma quality performance and enhance the Quality Management System.
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 workstreams.
Assist in root cause analysis and execute on corrective actions
Elements of the KDP Co-op Program
Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a cross-functional team environment
Meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders
Professional development training in networking, skills development and presenting
Mentor pairing to expand knowledge of other parts of the business
Complete a project from start to finish and present it to your team and stakeholders
Total Rewards
$31.00 per hour
Paid bi-weekly
$5,000 Sign-on Bonus, paid within first 30 days of employment
Requirements
Undergraduate student currently enrolled in a full-time program, majoring in Engineering or a Manufacturing-related field
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines
Strong communication skills (listening, written, and verbal)
Ability to work cross-functionally, be independently driven, and adapt to changes
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI; programming PLCs or knowledge of process is a plus
Please note: This position is limited to persons with permanent right to work in the United States. We use HireVue for interviews as part of our campus recruitment process. Visit the HireVue resource page to learn more about preparation. We also recommend campus resources such as InterviewStream and Big Interview.
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 partner brands and powerful distribution capabilities. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP. We strive to be an employer of choice, empowering ~29,000 employees to grow and develop, with robust benefits and programs to support health, well-being, and professional growth. Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.
Overview Winter 2026 Co-op – Process Engineer in Spartanburg, SC at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP). You will be part of the beverage revolution and work with site leadership to drive sustainable solutions that have long-lasting impact on the plant. This co-op provides opportunities in problem solving, logical thinking and collaborative teamwork, and may open future professional growth opportunities. You will be at the flagship coffee manufacturing site for Keurig Dr Pepper, involved in identifying manufacturing efficiency opportunities and working with the site engineering team as well as corporate engineering and continuous improvement teams.
Shift / Schedule
The KDP Winter Co-op Program runs January 5 – May 22, 2026
Location: Spartanburg, SC (Plant)
Full-time; 40 hours per week
Monday–Friday
8:00am – 5:00pm
Responsibilities
Gain knowledge in executing operational plans and projects, including DMS (Daily Management Systems) for day-to-day operations, QMS (Quality Management Systems), new equipment and software startups, and innovative product qualifications.
Participate in AGILE project management and lead the verification and testing of Manufacturing software and applications.
Influence software capabilities to achieve six sigma quality performance and enhance the Quality Management System.
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 workstreams.
Assist in root cause analysis and execute on corrective actions
Elements of the KDP Co-op Program
Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a cross-functional team environment
Meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders
Professional development training in networking, skills development and presenting
Mentor pairing to expand knowledge of other parts of the business
Complete a project from start to finish and present it to your team and stakeholders
Total Rewards
$31.00 per hour
Paid bi-weekly
$5,000 Sign-on Bonus, paid within first 30 days of employment
Requirements
Undergraduate student currently enrolled in a full-time program, majoring in Engineering or a Manufacturing-related field
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines
Strong communication skills (listening, written, and verbal)
Ability to work cross-functionally, be independently driven, and adapt to changes
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI; programming PLCs or knowledge of process is a plus
Please note: This position is limited to persons with permanent right to work in the United States. We use HireVue for interviews as part of our campus recruitment process. Visit the HireVue resource page to learn more about preparation. We also recommend campus resources such as InterviewStream and Big Interview.
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 partner brands and powerful distribution capabilities. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP. We strive to be an employer of choice, empowering ~29,000 employees to grow and develop, with robust benefits and programs to support health, well-being, and professional growth. Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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