Maintenance Technician
Keurig Dr Pepper · Spartanburg, SC
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 16 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Keurig Dr Pepper (food & beverage) in Spartanburg, SC. Packaging, food and beverage, or high-speed manufacturing experience preferred.
- They ask for
- 3+ years
- Tools it names
- Lean, TPM, Root cause, FDA / GMP, PLC, EHS / safety
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $57k–$86k.
Median of the low and high ends of 64 live postings that list pay, out of 2470 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 74 other live reliability postings in South Carolina.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 49%
- ✓ PLC 39%
- ✓ EHS / safety 32%
- Welding 31%
- ✓ Root cause 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Lean, FDA / GMP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Keurig Dr Pepper in Spartanburg
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Full description from Keurig Dr PepperAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
requirements
and maintaining KDP's high standards in safety, quality, and operational excellence.
What You Will Do
- ◆Maintain a safe and healthy work environment, demonstrating safe behaviors at all times.
- ◆Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems on highly automated K-Cup manufacturing and packaging equipment.
- ◆Analyze mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical failures and perform repairs through adjustments, defective parts replacement, or fabrication.
- ◆Demonstrate troubleshooting capabilities on control systems, servo drives, motors, motor starters, and production equipment.
- ◆Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
- ◆Wire moderately complex control circuits and electrical systems.
- ◆Complete equipment setups, adjustments, changeovers, and centerlining activities.
- ◆Teach basic mechanical skills to line operators to support autonomous maintenance and TPM initiatives.
- ◆Fabricate, repair, and install equipment components, hangers, and piping systems including hot water, cold water, steam, process, and condensate systems.
- ◆Fabricate or replicate minor components for equipment repair and replacement.
- ◆Troubleshoot and support liquid fillers, packaging equipment, and automated manufacturing systems.
- ◆Identify root causes of mechanical, electrical, and control failures and implement effective corrective actions with minimal supervision.
- ◆Troubleshoot and make minor program modifications to Allen Bradley PLC platforms including SLC500, MicroLogix, CompactLogix, and ControlLogix.
- ◆Review maintenance documentation and accurately record work activities within the maintenance management system.
- ◆Properly utilize maintenance inventory systems and parts tracking processes.
- ◆Generate productivity improvements and continuous improvement ideas that support operational excellence.
- ◆Assist in training and coaching maintenance team members and operators on best practices.
- ◆Follow all Keurig Dr Pepper policies and procedures, including GMP and Food Safety requirements.
- ◆Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas.
- ◆Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.
- ◆Perform other duties as assigned.
requirements
and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Requirements
- ✓High School Diploma or GED required.
- ✓Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- ✓Minimum 3 years of experience troubleshooting 480V three-phase electrical systems, motor starters, controls, and electronic circuit boards.
- ✓Ability to read and interpret repair instructions, blueprints, schematics, flowcharts, and technical documentation.
- ✓Experience using computerized maintenance systems, email, maintenance manuals, and illustrated parts lists.
- ✓Experience troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
- ✓Packaging, food and beverage, or high-speed manufacturing experience preferred.
Physical
Requirements
/ Working Conditions
- ✓Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- ✓Ability to frequently kneel, squat, bend, and stoop.
- ✓Ability to repetitively lift, twist, stretch, and reach overhead.
- ✓Ability to stand and walk throughout a 12-hour shift.
- ✓Work in compliance with OSHA regulations and plant safety requirements.
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Job Overview
This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit
Location: 6135 Anderson Mill Rd,Moore,South Carolina,29369
Shift & Schedule: We have N2 schedules available
- •Nights 2 Shift | Wednesday-Friday and alternating Saturdays, 6:30PM - 7:00AM
Overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed
About the Facility
The Spartanburg operation is a state-of-the-art coffee roasting and pod packaging facility in addition to hosting a full beverage distribution center. Spartanburg is the largest KDP manufacturing and distribution location. The site operates on the foundational principles of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and leverages Lean Manufacturing practices. All associates have accountability to both their functional business unit and the overall site operation. The facility utilizes first-in-class enterprise IT systems, manufacturing execution systems, and highly automated processing, packaging, and material movement equipment.
The Maintenance Technician II is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining a variety of mechanical and electrical manufacturing equipment while meeting productivity
Total Rewards
- •Starting pay: $36.87 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $38.73 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
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