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Quality Supervisor - Ottumwa, IA

As theQuality Supervisoryou will supervise and provide day to day leadership to a team of Quality Technicians to ensure Quality plans are met. The Quality Supervisor will be involved in designing experiments for product, packaging and line qualifications, analyzing and solving quality problems, preparing procedures, and training inspectors. You will perform audits, analyze quality costs and other quality data, and apply quality tools and fundamental statistical methods for process control to ensure production of products and processes are consistent with established standards. You will promote and support Keurig Dr Pepper's Continuous Improvement efforts and initiatives.

Shift & Schedule: This is a full time position on 2nd shift, Monday - Friday 2:00pm-10:30pm. Flexibility for additional coverage outside of these hours, including potential weekends and/or holidays, is also required as needed.

What you will do:

• Provide leadership and direction to QA Techs by managing the workload, training and employee relations issues.
• Ensure quality and food safety initiatives to link product development, manufacturing, process improvement with customer expectations are maintained.
• Ensure plant is "inspection ready" in compliance with requirements in preparation for third party, partner, regulatory, and certification audits.
• Manages the collection, analysis and reporting of performance and product conformance quality data to inform production department managers on status and priorities of quality issues.
• Support training of Quality Teams and Plant personnel in their QC process to ensure the proper performance to Keurig Dr Pepper Quality testing procedures, Quality policies and compliance with KDRP and customer specifications (i.e., Quality Manual).
• Perform audits and Quality tests with operations and QA staff to address quality related issues.
• Audit production processes to record, document, and evaluate consistency to customer and Keurig Dr Pepper specifications and validation of corrective actions over time.
• Develop and maintain quality information records and reports (customer complaints, internal issues, etc) to adequately communicate production capabilities and quality issue priorities and status, with regular reporting.
• Problem solve, troubleshoot and resolve quality issues - utilizing quality tools (cause and effect, process mapping, statistical methods, etc) with the ultimate goal being implementation of effective corrective actions.
• Monitor production QC performance to ensure that labeling, product information and product packaging satisfies Keurig Dr Pepper and/or customer specifications.
• Helps facilitate dispositions/resolutions to daily production quality issues as needed.
• Use and maintain quality databases (design, create, import, export, query, report, analyze)
• Ensure the staff is aware of their responsibility to report food safety, quality and regulatory compliance with authority to initiate action
• Responsible for ensuring the production of a safe, wholesome and quality product and requires trained designees when applicable.
• Assists in hiring and training of new employees
• Performs other duties as requested by management.
• Follow all Keurig Dr Pepper policies and procedures.

Ensure high performance results of your team by:

• Fostering a culture of trust and wellbeing that prioritizes the team and values employee contributions
• Driving a shared vision with clear goals and accountability, supported by regular conversations to maximize talent
• Embracing diverse perspectives to foster innovation, learning from both successes and failures
• Establishing a safe environment where team members are motivated, heard, and aligned with clear expectations

• Salary Range: $70,500 - $81,000
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors

Where Applicable:

• 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
• Benefits eligible Day 1!

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) required.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or related field highly preferred
• 3+ years experience in a product development or quality role, preferably in food manufacturing
• Demonstrated expertise in building Quality Plans including strategy and tactics that have successfully met Quality/Food Safety KPI's and Quality Goals
• Advanced understanding of GMP, HACCP, FSMA, Safe Quality Food (SQF) Principles, Food Defense Principles & Quality Management Systems. (QMS)
• Understanding of Lean Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement is helpful but not required
• Previous experience using SAP and SPC (InfinityQS) is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across a broad variety of departments
• Ability to positively and comfortably handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with self-motivation and focused attention to detail.
• Ability to develop protocols, training materials and reports with the guidance of resources
• Self starter; take charge, positive and proactive attitude

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 anemployer 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.

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Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.