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Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. · 4 months ago

Fall 2026 Co-op – Quality Engineering

Spartanburg, SC

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$31/hr - $31/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is a leading beverage company in North America, and they are seeking a Fall 2026 Co-op in Quality Engineering. This role involves supporting quality initiatives in a manufacturing environment, engaging in R&D and sensory work, and contributing to continuous improvement projects.

CoffeeFood and BeverageManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support network wide quality initiatives and partner with on-site quality and operations teams

Engage in R&D and sensory work for coffee testing

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 workstreams

Support daily manufacturing operations to deliver targeted safety, quality, production, and cost results

Prepare standard reports/documentation to communicate results to all levels including senior management

Undertake and successfully complete simple or basic project development tasks to include any of the following: writing and/or verifying specifications, maintaining product/process documentation, testing processes, equipment, raw materials and product, and validating equipment and processes

Be a contributor on problem solving, cost reduction, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives

Analyze downtime data and maintain action plans using lean methodology

Collect and calculate savings data on improvement projects

Recommend methods for improving efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities

Qualification

Food ScienceMicrosoft ExcelPower BIPackaging ScienceOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsCross-functional teamworkAdaptabilityAttention to detail

Required

Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full-time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Food Science, Packaging Science, Engineering or another Manufacturing-related field

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines

Strong communication skills including excellent listening, written, and verbal abilities

Ability to work cross-functionally, be independently driven, and adapt to changes

Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint