Maintenance Technician Lead

Shift: D1- 6:30AM-7:00PM 2/2/3 schedule

The Spartanburg operation is a state-of-the-art coffee roasting and pod packaging facility in addition to hosting a full beverage distribution center.  Spartanburg is the largest KDRP manufacturing and distribution location.  The site will operate on the foundational principles of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance); leverage the principles of Lean manufacturing.  All associates at the Spartanburg site will have accountability to both a functional business unit in addition to the full site operation.  The site will run on first-in-class enterprise IT and manufacturing execution systems with highly automated processing, packaging, and material movement equipment.

SUMMARY: 

As a Maintenance Technician Lead (Maintenance Technician III), you are responsible for installing, modifying, troubleshooting, repairing, overhauling, rebuilding, and dismantling all types of complex manufacturing and support equipment. Working within a highly automated TPM-based environment, you will be involved in work of a varied nature with minimal supervision, to maintain physical assets in a condition desired by management and in compliance with industry standards and government regulations.  This role will have a heavy emphasis in Automation and Controls. Working in a High Performing Team-based environment, you will be looked upon to train, mentor, and guide the work of less experienced technicians within your group.

• Diagnose, plan, & perform all operations necessary to install, modify, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, rebuild, & dismantle various types of complex manufacturing & support equipment with special focus on advanced troubleshooting on control systems, servo drives, motors, HMIs, & PLCs on complex high speed packaging lines 
• Perform preventive maintenance & other proactive activities to monitor & maintain equipment condition 
• Coordinate with other technicians, production personnel, engineering, management, & other stakeholders to communicate & plan maintenance activities 
• Coordinate with equipment/service vendors for technical assistance 
• Maintain safe, clean, & well-organized work areas 
• Comply with regulatory, Keurig Dr Pepper, & departmental policies, procedures, & standards (especially safety)  
• Assist other maintenance technicians as priorities dictate, time allows, or directed.  
• Identify opportunities for maintenance or process improvement & drive recommendations to implementation or resolution 
• Complete or assist with special projects as directed 
• Perform other duties as requested by management 

• Pay starting at $39.90 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $42.01 per hour in the quarter after their 6-month anniversary.

Where Applicable:

• Benefits eligible day one!!
• 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

• Associate degree in electrical engineering and or equivalent experience is preferred 
• 5 years’ experience maintaining, troubleshooting, & repairing machinery. 
• Demonstrates proficient mechanical/electrical skills (Robotics skills preferred) 
• Ability to read, understand, & follow complex instructions, prints, & schematics 
• Ability to obtain operator certification on designated equipment 
• Demonstrated advanced mechanical/electrical skills (PLC troubleshooting and Robotics skills preferred). 
• Ability to read and understand complex instructions, prints, flowchart, block diagram, and schematics.  
• Ability to competently use and understand precision testing and diagnostic equipment. 
• Safety conscious and have the ability to perform in an emergency setting. 
• Computer knowledge of Microsoft applications and PeopleSoft. 
• Knowledge of inventory control systems. 
• Flexible, self-motivated team player with the ability to follow direction and at times work independently. 
• Ability to get along with others, be punctual, and follow instructions. 
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds on a frequent basis. 
• Ability to constantly lift, bend, stretch and stand during entire shift. 
• Ability to frequently kneel, squat, bend, and stoop, twist, and reach overhead with repetitive motions. 
• Ability to spend significant time standing on the manufacturing floor with some frequency of computer work 

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!

Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. 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?

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees 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.

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.