Quality Engineer I
Job Overview:
The Quality Process Engineer supports beverage and food manufacturing operations by improving process performance, strengthening quality and food safety systems, and reducing operational risk. This role provides technical expertise in water systems, sanitation, aseptic processing, hot-fill operations, juice/food manufacturing, carbonated soft drinks, packaging, and new product launches.
The role partners with R&D, Quality/Food Safety, Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to improve process controls, resolve and eliminate quality issues, support validation, and ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead process and quality improvement initiatives across beverage and food manufacturing operations.
Investigate quality defects, process failures, consumer complaints, and food safety concerns using structured root cause analysis to develop and implement technical solutions to optimize systems and eliminate waste
Provide technical support for water treatment and sanitation systems, and various filling, processing and packaging operations
Support startup, commissioning, qualification, validation, and change management activities.
Analyze quality and manufacturing data to improve process capability, system effectiveness, and manufacturing reliability.
Lead or support cross-functional improvement projects, technical procedures, standards, training, and site capability building
Utilize data analysis and risk management tools to identify and develop plans to reduce risk and waste across manufacturing operations
Total Rewards:
- Salary Range: $55,700-85,000
- Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
- Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
- Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility
Requirements:
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Food Science, or a related technical discipline.
3-5 years of experience in food, beverage, dairy, juice, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing.
Minimum 3 years supporting process engineering, quality engineering, food safety, or manufacturing operations.
Demonstrated experience with water systems, sanitation programs, CIP/SIP, aseptic or thermal processing, root cause analysis, and process validation.
TPM / Lean Six Sigma
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with hot-fill, low-acid, high-acid, aseptic, or multi-site beverage manufacturing.
Knowledge of sanitary design, microbiology, CQV, and food safety systems.
ASQ CQE, TPM or Lean Six Sigma certification
Technical Skills
Water treatment technologies (RO, UV, ozone, filtration)
Aseptic and thermal processing systems
CIP/SIP optimization
Filling/packaging equipment
SPC and data analysis
Validation protocols
Regulatory compliance
Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SAP, ETQ or equivalent systems
Leadership Competencies
Strong technical problem-solving ability
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
Strong project management capabilities
Continuous improvement mindset
Ability to work effectively in both manufacturing and corporate environments
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?
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
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