Maintenance Technician

Manufacturing Maintenance Technician II

This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit Location: Knoxville, Tennessee, 37914 Shift & Schedule: D1 Day Shift: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM 6:15 PM Overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed

As a Manufacturing Maintenance Technician II, you will be responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and modifying manufacturing and support equipment. Working with a moderate level of supervision, you will help ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and maintain compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and safety requirements. The Maintenance Technician II is expected to work independently on routine and moderately complex maintenance issues while partnering with production, engineering, and other maintenance team members to resolve equipment problems and improve reliability.

Responsibilities:

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, modify, and maintain manufacturing and support equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic control system issues.
• Troubleshoot and maintain motors, drives, HMIs, sensors, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and other proactive maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and production-related maintenance needs.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with production, engineering, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Work with equipment manufacturers and service providers to resolve equipment issues as needed.
• Identify recurring equipment problems and recommend opportunities to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Follow all company, departmental, regulatory, and safety policies and procedures.
• Support fellow maintenance technicians as workload and priorities require.
• Participate in continuous improvement, Lean, 5S, and other maintenance improvement initiatives.
• Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Total Rewards:

• Starting pay: $35.11 per hour. Pay increases to $37.00 per hour in the quarter after their 6-month anniversary.
• 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:

• Working knowledge of plant operations, work regions, and the processes that support them.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong math and computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Previous experience with continuous process improvement and Lean tools such as 5S preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment.
• Experience with SAP in a manufacturing or inventory environment preferred.
• Experience with inventory management, cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and resolving inventory discrepancies preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 30 pounds on a regular basis and 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to constantly lift, bend, stretch, and stand during the entire shift.

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, Peafiel, 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. Will you join us? 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.