Manufacturing Engineer I

ABOUT THE GROUP

From a small store in Turin to a large, internationally recognized group: we are present in 90 countries around the world, with over 5,000 employees and 30 companies, managed directly and indirectly by the Luigi Lavazza Spa parent company, which distribute and market our products and coffee machines. In addition to Lavazza, the following brands are also part of our Group: Carte Noire, Merrild, Kicking Horse, Eraclea and Whittington tea.

Joining Lavazza means doing business with passion, knowing that the impact of our work goes beyond the quality of the production chain. We are a big family and are constantly looking for new talents who share our values and can enrich our team. We combine competitiveness with social and environmental responsibility as we create superior quality products available for consumption both at home and out of home, and distributed through all channels: Retail, Foodservice, Office Coffee Service (OCS), and Vending. Our strong, diversified presence enables us to offer consumers and clients perfectly suited solutions, for any occasion and time of day.

JOB OVERVIEW

At Lavazza North America, The Manufacturing Engineer I is responsible for the project management, installation and commissioning of new equipment / processes, continuous improvement of existing processes, technical manufacturing troubleshooting support and the bridge between R&D and manufacturing in order to safely produce quality products.

Location: West Chester, PA

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate the commissioning and handover processes between R&D and manufacturing.
• Facilitate feasibility studies and evaluations for the manufacture of new or different products on existing equipment.
• Develop and establish standard running conditions to improve Safety, Quality and Costs.
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve current and potential operational issues utilizing structured problem-solving techniques and Six Sigma methodology.
• Develop new equipment / process, operation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting procedures.
• Develop and propose operational solutions and manage capital projects for new processes.
• Implement continuous improvement activities to improve operational results.
• Collect, analyse, and summarize operating and engineering data and trends.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations and obtaining/keeping professional certifications.
• Ensure the health and safety of personnel and care of the property, equipment, and product under their control.
• Maintain machine standards, line drawings & equipment documentation.
• Train and mentor, Maintenance personnel and other associates as required. 
• Partner with other Engineers and other departments personnel to continually complete objectives.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience as an Engineer working in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, and their applications.
• Experience working with automated processing equipment including PLCs, Servos, VFD, etc.
• Knowledge in structured problem solving tools.
• Experience managing capital projects utilizing standard project management methods.
• Experience with CAD (Solidworks / AutoCad software packages).
• Familiarity with QMP, GMPs & HACCP (Preferred).
• Knowledge Statistics Analytical tools (Preferred).
• Six Sigma Certification (Preferred).
• Proven punctuality and attendance record.

BENEFITS/PERKS

• Competitive Medical, Vision, Dental Benefits
• 401K Package
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ability to be barista certified
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Performance Development Plans
• Employee Discounts
• Summer Friday’s (Memorial Day Weekend – Labor Day Weekend)
• Flexible business casual dress code - jean friendly!
• Free coffee, anytime!

Lavazza is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Lavazza prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.