Manufacturing Technologies Manager (US, US) chez Lavazza - The Italian Espresso since 1895 | Official Website

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 4,000 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 we 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.

OVERVIEW

At Lavazza North America, the Manufacturing Technologies Manager will play a key role within our Manufacturing department at our West Chester, PA site. The Manufacturing Technologies Manager will be responsible for implementing lead manufacturing principles to achieve continuous improvement processes and lead the activities related to the commercialization of new products. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the activities related to the commercialization of new products collaborating with research and development (R&D) to lead efforts to scale up the product in the plant
• Leads weekly industrialization meetings and the monthly improvement meeting, involving all relevant stakeholders (R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, Production, etc.).
• Plans all factory trials, scheduling, and coordinating available production spaces with Supply Chain.
• Manages the Trial Database, collecting data needed in a timely manner.
• Participate in Test Protocol creation with a particular focus in efficiency, scraps, process capability, instruments, and methods.
• Partners with the Quality and R&D department to integrate the Q-Make score and review the Cp and Cpk indicators.
• Coordinates the activities of Manufacturing Technologies and shares best practice together with counterparts in HQ.
• Independently handle complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating only the most complex issues to appropriate staff.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as required.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a Engineering or related technical field, preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of related work experience including 2 years management (supervisor or manager level)
• Lean Six Sigma, Green belt or higher, preferred
• SAP knowledge would be advantageous
• Project management and process safety management experience
• Experience identifying risks and leading the development of action plans to improve processes and systems.
• In depth knowledge of plant organization, packaging factory, packaging materials, brewing systems, and raw materials
• Demonstrates excellent attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to facilitate and work within a team environment

BENEFITS/PERKS

• Competitive Medical, Vision, Dental Benefits 
• 401K Package 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Onsite Cafeteria and Gym (West Chester location)
• Hybrid Work Schedule 
• Ability to be barista certified
• Monthly Lunches provided by Lavazza
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Performance Development Plans 
• Employee Discounts 
• 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.