Senior Engineering Project Manager

Job Overview

Join our exciting team at Keurig Dr Pepper - a leading producer and distributor of hot and cold beverages to satisfy every consumer need, anytime and anywhere.

We offer flexible scheduling, remote work opportunities, excellent work/life balance, as well as a huge opportunity for self-driven growth!

This role will have travel responsibilities in the North East. Remote candidates from MA and VT required.

As part of our Manufacturing Engineering Project Management Office (PMO) team, the primary function of this Sr. Engineering Project Manager position will be to drive the development and execution of the corporate manufacturing engineering strategy involving capital projects for the manufacturing sites. This position will build and manage relationships of internal and external resources in order to effectively implement project initiatives that drive productivity results, optimize value, and promote growth. This role interacts with individuals from Strategy, Engineering, Commercial, Beverage Initiatives, and other key Business Units within the Supply Chain. This role will also work directly with the manufacturing sites to develop, modify, and implement plans for capacity and program initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering. This individual will also have experience in developing and executing capital projects in a manufacturing environment. A candidate with Food and Beverage or CPG (Consumer Package Goods) and plant production line experience is considered a plus. Knowledge of high-speed filling, packaging technologies are ideal areas of expertise. PMP Certified, lean methodologies, and knowledge of key standard work processes are also essential qualities.

Join our flexible team at Keurig Dr Pepper and make a difference by being a part of the safest, most sustainable, agile, and productive value chain in the beverage industry!

Responsibilities -

• Lead capital project design, development, and execution from concept through closure while ensuring vertical startups.
• Define performance criteria, develop timelines, estimate capital budgets, and manage spend.
• Make methodical fact-based decisions derived from data which are critical to the success of each project.
• Identify, develop, and execute cost savings programs to support business productivity metrics.
• Drive lean and standard work principles to ensure early equipment management and vertical startups.
• Build strategic relationships with internal customers and external equipment suppliers to ensure continued alignment and success - before, during, and post project implementations.
• Provide strong communication skills in diverse environments with multiple stakeholders.

Total Rewards

• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
• 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
• Full Benefits starting Day 1

Requirements

Travel -

This individual will travel primarily to U.S. operations and possibly internationally for equipment FAT's - up to 50% of the time.

Qualifications -

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering
• 5+ years of capital engineering project based experience
• PMP certified or the ability to obtain certification within 12 months
• Experience with technologies including CSD, Juices and Teas, Aseptic, manufacturing equipment including Fillers, Cappers, Conveyance, Packers, Palletizers, Control Systems, RO, and Batch/CIP systems.

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading coffee and beverage company in North America with dual headquarters in Burlington, MA and Plano, TX, with annual revenue in excess of $11 billion. KDP holds leadership positions in soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, water, juice and juice drinks and mixers, and markets the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. The Company maintains an unrivaled distribution system that enables its portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands to be available nearly everywhere people shop and consume beverages. With a wide range of hot and cold beverages that meet virtually any consumer need, KDP key brands include Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, Canada Dry®, Snapple®, Bai®, Mott's® and The Original Donut Shop®. The Company employs more than 25,000 employees and operates more than 120 offices, manufacturing plants, warehouses and distribution centers across North America.

Benefits built for you: Our people are the heart of our business, which is why 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.

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled