Plentong, Johor, Malaysia · On-site
Company Description JDE Peet’s* - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on…
Skills: Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Data Analytics, Power BI
Plentong, Johor, Malaysia · On-site
Company Description JDE Peet’s* - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on…
Skills: Power BI, Business Intelligence, Competency Management, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement
Plentong, Johor, Malaysia · On-site
Company Description JDE Peet’s* - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on…
Skills: Power BI, Grafana, Azure Data Explorer, Microsoft Power Platform, Lean
Plentong, Johor, Malaysia · On-site
Company Description JDE Peet’s* - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on…
Skills: Quality system compliance, FSSC 22000, HACCP, GMP, ISO standards
Marriott International Hotels, Inc.Plentong, Johor, Malaysia · On-site
POSITION SUMMARY Install, maintain, perform preventative maintenance on, and recommend replacement of tools, appliances, and equipment. Calibrate all controls, gauges, meters, etc. Identify, locate, and operate all shut-…
Skills: Preventative maintenance, Equipment calibration, Inventory management, Fire safety systems, Disaster response
Plentong, Johor, Malaysia · On-site
Company Description JDE Peet’s* - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on…
Skills: HIRARC, JSA, Chemical Risk Assessment, OSHA Compliance, Incident Investigation
Plentong, Johor, Malaysia · On-site
Company Description JDE Peet’s* - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on…
Skills: Electrical Maintenance, PLC Troubleshooting, SCADA, HMI, Industrial Automation
Plentong, Johor, Malaysia · On-site
Company Description JDE Peet’s* - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on…
Skills: Preventive Maintenance, Corrective Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Utility Systems Maintenance, Firefighting Systems
Plentong, Johor, Malaysia · On-site
Company Description JDE Peet’s* - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on…
Skills: Electrical Maintenance, Automation, PLC, SCADA, HMI
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The Continuous Improvement Specialist drives manufacturing excellence by deploying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate operational losses and improve productivity. They partner with cross-functional teams to implement digital solutions and foster a high-performance culture focused on safety, quality, and cost efficiency.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, Data Analytics, or a related field and possess 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing or continuous improvement. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in data visualization tools like Power BI, and the ability to facilitate improvement projects are essential.
JDE Peet’s* - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets.
Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on brand-led growth across three big bets: Peet’s, L’OR, and our 10 strategically selected local icons, which includes Super, Moccona, Old Town. In 2025, JDE Peet’s generated total sales of EUR 9.9 billion and employed a global workforce of more than 21,000 employees.
It’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee. At JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS (JDE), we’ve made it our mission to find out. Our people have been raising the bar since day one, thinking fast and acting even faster to make an impact that’s felt around the world. JDE is the home to some of the most well-known coffee brands in the world.
For more than 265 years, we have been inspired by the belief. Today our coffee & tea portfolio is available in over 140 countries around the world through iconic household names including: Jacobs, Tassimo, Moccona, Senseo, L’OR, Douwe Egberts, Super, Kenco, Pilao & Gevalia etc.
Discover more about our journey to deliver a coffee for every cup and a brand for every heart at www.jdepeets.com
The Continuous Improvement Specialist is responsible for driving manufacturing excellence through the deployment of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, problem-solving methodologies, and digital solutions. This role partners with plant leadership and functional teams to identify opportunities, eliminate operational losses, improve productivity, and deliver sustainable cost savings while building a high-performance continuous improvement culture.
The incumbent will lead strategic improvement initiatives, facilitate capability development, utilize business intelligence tools to drive data-based decisions, and support the achievement of key business objectives in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People engagement. The role requires strong analytical skills, project leadership capabilities, and a passion for operational excellence and transformation.
Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
Lead and facilitate Continuous Improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, DMAIC, SMED, RCA, 5S, and Problem-Solving methodologies.
Identify productivity losses, process inefficiencies, and operational bottlenecks through data analysis and shopfloor engagement.
Drive loss elimination programs to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), productivity, quality, and operational performance.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
Facilitate Kaizen events, workshops, and improvement projects across manufacturing operations.
Support implementation and sustainability of Manufacturing Operating Systems (MOS) and operational excellence programs.
Process Optimization & Performance Improvement
Analyze manufacturing processes, line performance, capacity utilization, labor productivity, and resource efficiency.
Develop and implement initiatives that improve throughput, reduce waste, optimize workflows, and lower operational costs.
Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and SHE teams to deliver improvement objectives.
Monitor key operational KPIs and develop action plans to close performance gaps.
Support annual productivity, savings, and cost optimization targets.
Digitalization & Data Analytics
Develop and maintain performance dashboards, reports, and analytics tools using Power BI or equivalent platforms.
Drive data-driven decision-making across manufacturing teams.
Identify opportunities for automation, workflow optimization, and digital transformation.
Support implementation of Industry 4.0 initiatives and digital manufacturing solutions.
Translate operational data into actionable insights that drive business performance.
Project Management
Lead cross-functional improvement projects from opportunity identification through implementation and sustainment.
Manage project timelines, stakeholder engagement, risk assessment, and business benefits realization.
Ensure project governance, documentation, and reporting standards are maintained.
Present improvement outcomes and recommendations to plant leadership teams.
Capability Building & Culture Development
Promote a strong Continuous Improvement culture throughout the organization.
Deliver training and coaching in Lean Manufacturing, Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, and CI tools.
Support competency development and employee capability-building initiatives.
Encourage idea generation and employee involvement in improvement programs.
Act as a change agent to foster innovation, teamwork, and operational excellence.
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Why JDE Peet’s?
We’re not just offering a job — we’re offering an experience. At JDE Peet’s, you’ll find a culture that inspires you to grow, innovate, and thrive.
JDE Peet’s - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on brand-led growth across three big bets: Peet’s, L’OR, and our 10 strategically selected local icons led by Jacobs.
JDE Peet’s – now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on brand-led growth across three big bets: Peet’s, L’OR, and our 10 strategically selected local icons led by Jacobs. In 2025, JDE Peet’s generated total sales of EUR 9.9 billion and employed a global workforce of more than 21,000 employees. Discover more about our journey to deliver a coffee for every cup and a brand for every heart at https://www.jdepeets.com.
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