Production Technician

Production Technician I - Knoxville, TN 

The Production Technician I is responsible for monitoring Keurig Dr Pepper’s production processes, including operating manufacturing equipment and maintaining compliance with Keurig Dr Pepper’s high standards for safety and quality. This role will be engaged and understand initiatives to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost and culture. 

Shift and Schedule 

This is a fulltime position on N2: Friday - Sunday from 5:00pm - 5:30am OR 5:30pm - 6:00am. Flexibility to work overtime and weekend as needed is required.

Position Responsibilities: 

• Maintain a safe and healthy environment, demonstrating safe behaviors at all times. 
• Understand and help drive improvement to quality systems and policies (Quality Data System, Safe Quality Food, Good Manufacturing Practices and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points). 
• Learn to safely operate and monitor high-speed production equipment. 
• Actively engage in resolving production line issues, executing and developing standard work, tracking production data, and participating in KDP’s lean daily management process. 
• Actively learn and participate in formal problem-solving processes with team members. 
• Generate productivity and continuous improvement ideas. 
• Demonstrate KDP values of Team First, Deliver Big, Think Bold, Being Fearless and Fair. 

• Pay starting at $20.01 per hour plus a $3.00 shift differential. The employee will move to a higher rate of $21.07 per hour in the quarter after their 6-month anniversary.

Where Applicable:  

• Benefits, subject to eligibility, and collective bargaining agreements (where applicable): Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement

Qualifications: 

• 1 year prior experience with operation of high-speed production machinery preferred
• 1 year prior experience monitoring of product quality preferred 
• Ability to quickly learn about how processing and packaging equipment works. Mechanical understanding or manufacturing experience preferred. 
• Self-motivated team player with ability to make decisions, communicate and problem solve. 
• Comfort with basic computer functions and ability to quickly learn production software. 
• Basic mathematical skills  to make production calculations 

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: 

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and 50 pounds occasionally. 
• Ability to bend, stretch and stand during entire shift. 
• Ability to frequently kneel, squat, climb stairs/ladders, bend, stoop, twist, and reach overhead with repetitive motions. 
• Ability to work in a variety of temperature and humidity conditions. 

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team 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 appreciated at work.

Whatever 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?

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.

A.I. Disclosure: 
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