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Maintenance Supervisor

Keurig Dr Pepper · Essex, VT

Level
Supervisor
Team
Reliability
Base pay
$91k–$115k
Experience asked
5+ years
Industry
Food & beverage
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A supervisor reliability role at Keurig Dr Pepper (food & beverage) in Essex, VT.

They ask for
5+ years
Tools it names
Lean, TPM, OEE, Root cause, SAP, MES
Base pay
$91k–$115k
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage · relocation help

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How this role compares

Against 2612 other live reliability postings in the US.

Base pay
About 13% above similar roles

Typical $75k–$107k, from 138 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
More than usual (5+ vs 4+)

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 47%
  • PLC 38%
  • Welding 34%
  • ✓ Root cause 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Lean, TPM, OEE, SAP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coveragePromotion path mentionedRelocation help

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This plant: Keurig Dr Pepper in Essex

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requirements

and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Requirements

  • ✓Minimum 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • ✓Minimum 4 years of leadership experience in manufacturing, preferably within food or beverage production.
  • ✓Experience leading teams of 10 or more employees.
  • ✓Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions in complex situations.
  • ✓Experience working with vendors and consultants to improve manufacturing performance and support operational objectives.
  • ✓Strong communication and presentation skills.
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Job Overview

This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit

Location : 30 Gauthier Drive, Essex Junction, VT 05452

Shift and Schedule: We have two positions avilable.

  • •N1 | 5:55pm – 6:16am Monday-Wednesday and alternating Thursdays. Flexibility to work weekends, and holidays is required as scheduled.

or

  • •N2 | 5:55pm – 6:16am Friday-Sunday and alternating Thursdays. Flexibility to work weekends, and holidays is required as scheduled.

As a Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for driving equipment reliability and overall maintenance performance at our Essex manufacturing site. This role leads a team of skilled Maintenance Technicians while partnering closely with Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to deliver world-class safety, quality, and operational performance.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, highly automated manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for developing high-performing teams, driving continuous improvement initiatives, reducing downtime, and ensuring maintenance processes are executed with discipline and consistency.

Safety & Compliance

  • •Lead and promote a culture focused on achieving zero injuries.
  • •Conduct safety observations, audits, and training while ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.
  • •Ensure completion of all required regulatory and safety training.

Operational Excellence

  • •Deliver best-in-class performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics.
  • •Drive equipment reliability through preventive, predictive, and autonomous maintenance programs.
  • •Partner with Operations, Quality, and Warehouse teams to minimize downtime and maximize equipment availability.
  • •Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts to eliminate recurring issues and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
  • •Support and sustain TPM, standardized work, layered process audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Leadership & Talent Development

  • •Lead the full employee lifecycle, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management.
  • •Develop and maintain a highly engaged team of 10+ Maintenance Technicians.
  • •Provide leadership support through maintenance planning meetings, business unit reviews, leadership meetings, and employee communication forums.
  • •Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and accountable work environment.

Total Rewards

  • •Targeted annual compensation range of $90,500 - $115,000.
  • •This is a salaried, exempt position paid biweekly. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
  • •Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

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

Preferred

  • +Experience with material batching systems and CIP/COP processes.
  • +Experience in highly automated manufacturing environments.
  • +Knowledge of TPM and Lean manufacturing principles.

Technical Skills

  • •Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
  • •Experience with manufacturing systems such as SAP, MES, InfinityQS, or similar platforms.
  • •Familiarity with data analysis and manufacturing performance metrics.

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. Will you join us?

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