Manufacturing Process Engineer at Keurig Dr Pepper in Spartanburg, SC

Job description

Job Overview: This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit Location: Spartanburg 1– 6135 Anderson Mill Rd,Moore,South Carolina,29369 The Manufacturing Process Engineer supports and improves manufacturing processes, equipment performance, automation, and production efficiency. This role partners with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering to troubleshoot issues, improve reliability, and implement sustainable process improvements. Using engineering principles, data analysis, automation expertise, and continuous improvement methods, this position helps improve safety, quality, productivity, capacity, and cost performance across the manufacturing operation. Position Responsibilities Analyze manufacturing processes, production data, automation systems, and equipment performance to identify improvement opportunities. Provide engineering support and troubleshoot process, equipment, and production issues. Develop and implement process improvements to increase productivity, reduce waste, and improve reliability and quality. Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for production and equipment issues. Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives, including standard work, waste reduction, problem solving, and TPM. Monitor manufacturing performance metrics and recommend data-driven solutions to address performance gaps. Maintain process standards, specifications, operating procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation. Support production trials, process changes, equipment installations, technology implementations, and new product introductions. Evaluate process and equipment changes for impacts on safety, quality, capacity, reliability, and cost. Partner with Maintenance and Engineering to improve equipment reliability, automation performance, and asset effectiveness. Support capital projects through process requirements, equipment selection, installation, commissioning, and startup. Develop and maintain process metrics, dashboards, and reports to measure performance and improvement results. Identify and implement automation, controls, and technology solutions that improve manufacturing performance. Train and support production employees and supervisors on processes, equipment, and improvements. Work with OEMs, system integrators, contractors, and other technical partners to resolve issues and implement solutions. Ensure manufacturing processes and automation systems meet company safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. Participate in cross-functional improvement teams and help sustain improvements over time. Total Rewards: Targeted annual compensation range of $80,000–$95,000. This is a salaried, exempt position paid biweekly. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits (Effective Day One, Where Applicable): Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Disability Coverage Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick leave) 401(k) with company match Tuition Reimbursement Mileage Reimbursement Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Requirements: Education Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field required. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered. Advanced degree is a plus. Experience 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls, manufacturing engineering, or related technical functions within a manufacturing, distribution, or automated material handling environment. Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC platforms, including ControlLogix and/or CompactLogix. Experience with FactoryTalk, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, industrial networking, and automated manufacturing equipment. Ability to troubleshoot electrical controls, instrumentation, robotics, vision systems, and automated equipment. Experience supporting automation projects, equipmen