Winter 2026 Co - op - Manufacturing Engineering

Winter 2026 Co-op - Manufacturing Engineering

As a 2026 Winter Co-op at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) you will be a part of the beverage revolution. You will be working in a fast-paced, highly technical manufacturing environment that produces some of KDP's most popular beverages. Each co-op will lead high-impact projects and will be provided with opportunities to grow professionally. As a co-op you will work on writing and executing multiple projects across the site and work with site management teams to coordinate downtime and equipment improvements. Come learn what it takes to succeed at an industry-leading company and help contribute to our ongoing success.

Shift/Schedule:

The KDP 2026 Winter Co-op Program will run from January 5 - May 22, 2026

Full-time; 40 hours per week

Monday-Friday

8:00am until 5:00pm

In-person in the Columbus, OH plant

As a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op you will:

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

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.

Contact vendors

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.

Elements of the KDP 2026 Co-op Program include:

Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast paced, cross functional team environment

Receive mentor support for your professional development

Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders

Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting

Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department, and senior leaders to highlight your project work and impact on the business

Total Rewards:

$31.00/ hour

Paid bi-weekly

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus, paid within first 30 days of employment

Requirements:

Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in 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; Programming PLC's or knowledge of process is a plus

Please note: This position is limited to persons with permanent right to work in the United States.

Company Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners 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.