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Keurig Dr Pepper lists this Fall 2027 Co-op - Manufacturing Engineering (Houston, TX) opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Fall 2027 Co-op – Manufacturing EngineeringJoin Keurig Dr Pepper's Houston manufacturing team and help drive sustainability, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives within one of the company's largest beverage production facilities. This hands-on internship will focus on reducing water usage, improving operational performance, and supporting manufacturing excellence through data analytics, automation, and TPM initiatives. The intern will work directly with EHS, Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Plant Leadership to identify cost-saving opportunities, streamline processes using Power BI and Power Automate, and contribute to Kaizen and continuous improvement projects that deliver measurable business results. This role is aligned to the Beverage Operating Unit.Shift/Schedule: The KDP 2027 Fall Co-op Program will run from July 12 - December 10, 2027. Full-time; 40 hours per week Monday-Friday 8:00am until 5:00pm. In-person in our Houston, TX plant.As a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op you will:Analyze water consumption data and support projects focused on reducing Water Usage Ratio (WUR) and utility costs.Develop and improve Power BI dashboards and Power Automate workflows that automate reporting, action-item tracking, and operational processes.Support TPM, 5S, and Continuous Improvement initiatives by identifying losses, tracking improvement opportunities, and participating in kaizen events.Manage project action items, conduct follow-up with stakeholders, and help drive implementation of cost-saving and process improvement opportunities across the facility.Elements of the KDP 2027 Co-op Program include:Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast paced, cross functional team environmentReceive mentor support for your professional developmentParticipate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leadersReceive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presentingComplete 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 businessTotal Rewards:$31.00/ hourPaid bi-weekly$5,000 Sign-on Bonus, paid within first 30 days of employmentRequirements:Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Engineering, Supply Chain, or another Manufacturing-related fieldExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlinesStrong communication skills including excellent listening, written, and verbal abilitiesAbility to work cross-functionally, be independently driven, and adapt to changesStrong skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPointExperience with Power BI and/or Power AutomateKnowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S, or Continuous Improvement principles is preferredExperience working with data analytics or process improvement projectsInterest in manufacturing, sustainability, operational excellence, and cost-reduction initiatives is a plusPlease note: You must be work authorized in the United States on a full time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to F-1 (student) visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full time basis.Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees 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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houston, TX, 77001, US
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