Maintenance Inventory Specialist

Maintenance Inventory Specialist

The Maintenance Inventory Specialist is responsible for coordinating inventory processes to ensure inventory accuracy and support maintenance operations across the facility. This role plays a critical part in maintaining spare parts availability, supporting preventative maintenance programs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives through Keurig Dr Pepper's Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) framework. This position also supports maintenance and engineering activities, including rebuilding machine assemblies, spare part rebuilds, emergency maintenance efforts, and special engineering projects. The Maintenance Inventory Specialist must actively support food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance standards and have the authority to initiate corrective action when necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and manage maintenance inventory data within SAP and MRP systems.
• Review inventory minimum and maximum levels and generate purchase requisitions as needed.
• Perform weekly cycle counts and report inventory accuracy results.
• Support maintenance technicians by identifying, locating, and issuing parts.
• Develop and maintain resources that support preventative maintenance activities.
• Manage maintenance department shipping and receiving activities.
• Coordinate inventory transfers between KDP facilities and track off-site and consignment inventory.
• Partner with existing and prospective suppliers to support inventory needs.
• Collaborate with Finance and Inventory Control teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including SOX controls.
• Utilize SAP and Microsoft Excel to identify obsolete, low-usage, non-economical, and excess inventory items.
• Analyze parts usage data to identify recurring equipment failures and repair trends.
• Organize and optimize inventory storage locations to improve efficiency and accessibility for maintenance technicians.
• Assist with rebuilding mechanical components and perform other duties as assigned by maintenance leadership.

Total Rewards:

• Starting pay: $26.50 per hour.
• 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:

• Minimum of two years of experience in a similar inventory, maintenance, or storeroom role.
• Previous maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience with SAP or a comparable CMMS system preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Physical Requirements Ability to regularly lift up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to frequently kneel, squat, bend, stoop, twist, reach overhead, and perform repetitive motions. Ability to push and pull up to 1,500 pounds using provided material-handling equipment.

Company Overview: Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott's®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet's, L'OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet. We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team 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. 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.