What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at Lavazza Professional North America?
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.
Overview
Machine Operators are key roles within the manufacturing team of Lavazza North America as they ensure that associate safety, food safety and quality remain paramount in everything we do. The role of the Machine Operator is to maintain quality standards, adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices, manufacturing guides and standard operating procedures, load materials, pack sachets into cases, palletize cases and perform quality product testing.
Location: West Chester, Pa
Responsibilities
- Communicate with facilitator or operator from previous shift to determine production run and machine performance
- Conduct area inspection with regards to 5S standards, and accurately fill out logbook
- Operate packaging line at optimal level, including monitoring scrap levels, and continuously seek out opportunities to minimize downtime and product quality defects
- Perform the established clean down and changeover standard operating procedures with an eye towards improving the process without jeopardizing it
- Accurately fill out charts and paperwork for changeovers to subsequent shifts
- Perform product quality and food safety testing and accurately fill out Statistical Process Control charts. Must have a working knowledge and ability to find procedures and data in computer systems
- Perform operator-level preventive maintenance and assist facilitator and maintenance technician as required
- Commit to supporting continuous improvement activities and bring creative, innovative ideas to the table
- Performs other related duties and assignments as required
Professional Qualifications
- High School Degree or GED essential; 2 yr. Technical Degree preferred
- 0-3 years of Machine Operator or equivalent experience preferred
- An understanding of mechanical machine operation utilizing quality monitoring, safety and corrective action. A focus on continuous improvement is required
- Strong problem identification and problem-solving skills are a must
- Must be a team player with a willingness to learn new skills and an excellent attendance record
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Ability to make decisions concerning quality, food safety and performance of machines and equipment is a must
Benefits/Perks
- Competitive Medical, Vision, Dental Benefits
- 401K Package
- Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite Cafeteria and Gym (West Chester location)
- Ability to be barista certified
- Monthly Lunches provided by Lavazza
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Performance Development Plans
- Employee Discounts
- Tools & Training Provided Onsite
- Ability to grow within the company
- 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.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Prescription drug insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person