Job Overview:
Location: 400 TN 73 Edwina Rd, Newport
Shift & Schedule: 2nd Shift | Sunday–Thursday, 6:00 PM – 2:30 AM (Overtime as needed)
The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for leading the safe, efficient, and lean operations of the distribution center’s Shipping & Receiving functions at the Keurig Dr Pepper facility. This role oversees all inbound and outbound logistics related to finished goods. The Supervisor will directly manage a team of Selectors, Forklift Operators, and Shipping & Receiving Specialists while driving continuous improvement and a strong safety culture.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise Shipping & Receiving teams; develop and implement standard work processes.
Lead and support Continuous Improvement initiatives using Kaizen, TPM, and 5S methodologies.
Foster a positive, high-performance culture aligned with KDP values through servant leadership and clear communication.
Enforce compliance with GMPs, PPE requirements, OSHA, DOT, and company safety regulations.
Ensure effective collaboration with cross-functional departments including Planning, Quality, Maintenance, HR, Finance, and Safety.
Manage schedules, payroll time edits, and key performance indicators (KPIs); generate timely reports for leadership.
Drive associate engagement and accountability by promoting fair, consistent performance management practices.
Conduct daily facility checks (e.g., safety equipment, dock doors, forklifts, cleanliness).
Provide leadership coverage for logistics staff during absences as needed.
Total Rewards:
Compensation
- This is a salaried, exempt position paid biweekly. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Benefits (Effective Day One, Where Applicable):
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Disability Coverage
Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick leave)
401(k) with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Mileage Reimbursement
Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
In lieu of a degree, 5+ years of supervisory or management experience in Logistics, Distribution, or a similar field will be considered.
Minimum 3 years of experience in:
Distribution center operations, including shipping, receiving, and inventory management.
Supervisory/leadership roles, including managing frontline teams and reporting to senior leadership.
Use of material handling equipment (MHE), FIFO practices, and understanding of warehouse capacity and delivery logistics.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Working knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma principles strongly preferred.
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.
