Winter 2027 Co-op – Continuous Improvement

Job Overview

Winter 2027 Co-op – Continuous Improvement As a 2027 Continuous Improvement Winter Co-op at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) in Northlake, IL, you will have the opportunity to work in a challenging, highly technical and dynamic Manufacturing and warehouse environment that produces some of KDP’s most recognized beverages. In this role you will have the opportunity to help provide insight on the future of how we move finished goods within our local footprint, ultimately improving our time to market. This role is aligned to the Beverage Operating Unit.

Shift/Schedule

The KDP 2027 Winter Co-op Program will run from January 4 – May 21, 2027 Full-time; 40 hours per week Monday-Friday 8:00am until 5:00pm In-person in the Northlake, IL facility

As a Continuous Improvement Co-op you will

Analyze the current flow of materials and products across a multi-building distribution and warehouse network to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities. Gain exposure to project management activities, including project planning, vendor coordination, sourcing initiatives, and oversight of operational improvement projects. Leverage data analytics to evaluate inventory placement and develop strategic recommendations for optimizing product storage within the existing facility footprint. Partner with operations teams to understand daily workflows, identify process bottlenecks, and recommend solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, and overall operational flow. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by collecting and analyzing operational data to support informed decision-making and process optimization efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain, warehouse, and logistics teams to enhance material movement, storage utilization, and operational effectiveness.

Elements of the KDP 2027 Co-op Program include

Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast paced, cross functional team environment Receive mentor support f