About the role#
As a Continuous Improvement Co-op, you will work in the Northlake, Illinois, manufacturing and warehouse facility. This role focuses on analyzing how finished goods move within our local footprint to improve time to market. You will participate in the Winter 2027 program, which runs from January 4 to May 21, 2027. This is a full-time, paid position offering $31.00 per hour and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
What you'll do#
- Analyze material and product flow across our multi-building distribution network to identify inefficiencies.
- Manage projects from start to finish, including planning, vendor coordination, and sourcing.
- Use data analytics to evaluate inventory placement and recommend storage optimizations.
- Partner with operations teams to identify process bottlenecks and suggest improvements for productivity.
- Collect and analyze operational data to support decision-making.
- Collaborate with supply chain, warehouse, and logistics teams.
- Present your completed project and takeaways to team members and senior leadership.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited university.
- A major in Business Management, Process Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and listening skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and adapt to changes.
- You must be work authorized in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Northlake, Illinois.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
About Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is a beverage company based in Burlington, Massachusetts. It manages a portfolio of over 125 brands including soft drinks, coffee, tea, and juice. The company operates a sales and distribution network that supplies hot and cold beverages to retail locations across North America. It also maintains a corporate responsibility platform called Drink Well. Do Good. to address supply chain and packaging sustainability.
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