Job Overview:

Operations Supervisor - Vernon, CA

The Operations Supervisor is responsible for leading day-to-day production activities while ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and cost targets are met. This role directly supervises frontline employees, drives continuous improvement, and ensures operational discipline through standard work, accountability, and strong team engagement.

The Operations Supervisor is expected to lead by example, reinforce a safety-first culture, and execute against site KPIs including SQDPG, OEE, yield, and labor efficiency.

Shift & Schedule: This is a full time position on our Night shift working Sunday - Wednesday 4:30pm - 4:30am. Flexibility for additional coverage outside of these hours, including potential weekends and/or holidays, is also required as needed. 

Position Responsibilities:

Safety & Compliance

Lead with safety as the top priority; enforce all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirementsConduct regular safety walks, audits, and incident investigationsEnsure near-misses, injuries, and unsafe conditions are reported and addressed immediatelySupport training and certification requirements (LOTO, forklift, confined space, etc.)

Quality

Ensure products meet all quality and food safety standardsEnforce adherence to SOPs, centerlines, and quality checksLead root cause analysis for quality defects and implement corrective actionsPartner with Quality to drive zero-defect mindset

Operations & Performance

Execute daily production plans to meet volume, efficiency, and cost targetsMonitor and drive performance metrics (OEE, downtime, yield, labor)Lead daily tier meetings and communicate priorities clearly to the teamRespond to equipment and process issues to minimize downtimeEnsure accurate documentation, reporting, and shift handoffs

People Leadership

Directly supervise, coach, and develop frontline employeesDrive accountability while maintaining high engagement and moraleManage attendance, performance, and discipline in accordance with company policiesSupport onboarding, training, and cross-training of employeesRecognize and reward positive performance and behaviors

Continuous Improvement

Lead and support Kaizen events, A3 problem solving, and 5S initiativesIdentify and eliminate waste in processes, labor, and materialsSustain improvements through standard work and visual managementPartner cross-functionally with Maintenance, Quality, Planning, and Warehouse
Total Rewards:
$75,000 - $100,000

Where Applicable: Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors

Benefits eligible day one!! 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:

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED (Bachelor’s degree preferred)2+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or operations environmentStrong understanding of safety, quality, and production systemsAbility to lead teams in a fast-paced, 24/7 environmentStrong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skillsProficiency with production metrics and basic computer systems

Preferred

Experience with Lean, TPM, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement toolsBeverage, food, or CPG manufacturing experienceExperience leading shift teams and managing laborKnowledge of union environments (if applicable)

Physical & Work Requirements

Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as neededAbility to walk production floors and stand for extended periodsAbility to lift up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
Company Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!

Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. 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?

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees 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.

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.

A.I. Disclosure:
KDP uses artificial intelligence to assist with initial resume screening and candidate matching. This technology helps us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications align with our open roles.If you prefer not to have your application processed using artificial intelligence, you may opt out by emailing your resume and qualifications directly to kdpjobs@kdrp.com.