Engineering Program Manager - Can Filling and Seaming

Engineering Program Manager

This position will require 50-75% travel. Can be primarily located at any of the following facility locations : Columbus Ohio, Holland MI, Northlake IL, Ottumwa Iowa, Louisville KY, Houston, Irving Texas, Jacksonville, Miami FL, Sacramento CA, Vernon, CA.

The Engineering Program Manager will be the Can Filling and Seaming Subject Matter Expert (SME) of Technical, Maintenance and Reliability Excellence. They will be accountable for delivering core competency technical excellence and delivering top quartile performance in equipment reliability measured by safety, quality, customer fill rate, OEE2, unplanned and planned downtime and maintenance rate per case.

The Can Filling and Seaming SME of Technical, Maintenance and Reliability Excellence will create the KDP Cold Beverage Supply Chain Strategy to deliver top quartile technical team and equipment performance.

The job responsibilities will include development of our core competency skills development program in can filling and seaming that will result in a team of highly skilled subject matter experts in our manufacturing core competencies. This position is also responsible for improving safety of the maintenance teams, improving quality by eliminating the potential for failures leading to recalls or withdrawals, overhaul planning and execution, project management / execution, delivering net productivity, root cause problem solving, and operational readiness of new product, package and / or equipment introductions. This person is a key member of the Cold Beverage Supply Chain Operations team, bridging the gap between engineering and manufacturing technical teams and developing our internal expertise in core competencies. This position will report to the Senior Director of Technical, Maintenance and Reliability Excellence.

Drive Performance Improvement In Can Filling and Seaming

• Develop a team of rapid response technicians
• Liaison between CAPEX and plant on new installs
• Work with E&T Pillar owner to develop training for technical independence
• Work with AM / PM Pillar owner to develop Platinum Level PMs, CIL, cleaning and OH schedules
• Work with AM / PM Pillar to ensure annual audits are completed in a timely manner
• Work with OEMs on pricing for parts align with audits and OH for group / bulk pricing
• Vertical ramp up of new equipment in installs aligning with your SME category
• Lead capital projects, executing with excellence and vertical ramp ups.
• Collaborate with corporate Supply Planning team on network capacity plans in delivering critical equipment maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with site leadership to ensure Operations Model labor standards are being met for maintenance teams.
• Lead and deliver maintenance and reliability related productivity projects.
• Responsible for functional area network dashboards, and corrective actions to drive KPI improvement. Drives sustainable improvements to positively impact the achievement of Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), Manage SRM Dashboards, and Scorecards relative to cost, productivity and on-time delivery by optimizing labor and production capabilities.
• Work with Human Resources and Talent Acquisition to develop and execute improvement strategies for engagement, recruiting and retention across the network.
• Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize cases per maintenance labor hour.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and bargaining agreements related to maintenance department planning as it relates to KDP programs.
• Develops tools to acquire, trend and analyze efficient production output.
• Follows all policies, ergonomic standards and safety requirements directed by KDP and the department.
• Liaison with OEM's on training curriculum to ensure Operational Readiness that supports vertical start-ups and sustainable OOE2.
• Performs other duties as requested by management.

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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 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, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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