Manufacturing Engineer

Requisition ID : 846778

Position : Full-Time

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses.

The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.

With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality.

Committed to vision, we enable people to see more and be more thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods.

Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products.

Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories.

Greasing the wheels behind the scenes, our people in Operations are the backbone of our Company.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Manufacturing Engineer provides technical support and leadership related to operational sustainment, industrialization, and continuous improvement.

Partners with process engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, sourcing, finance, training, and quality assurance on key iniatives and operational improvement.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides technical support, direction, and guidance on improvement of existing technology, processes, and equipment reliability to support capacity, capability, and improvements to deliver service and quality results for the North America manufacturing network.
• Assumes responsiblity for the implementation of tools, systems, and technology to maintain and improve existing operations.
• Provides technical support for day to day manufacturing and translates technical knowledge to functional groups and training requirements.
• Leverages lean tools, including value stream mapping, to improve overall manufacturing cycle time and WIP reduction.
• Provides support and leadership for the validation of equipment, consumables and other process parameters or changes leading to operational and quality improvement.
• Provides guidance to support standardization of processes and materials across all manufacturing shifts.
• Partners with quality to develop quality control plans required to sustain operations and deliver product results.
• Develops and directs procedures and methods to ensure quality standards are met and maintained.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, industrial, etc.)
• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in lean manufacturing tools and continuous improvement
• Travel 25%

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills (both quantitative and qualitative).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Advanced interpersonal skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively and maintain credibility across all levels in the business.
• Experience with project management and expertise in driving results.
• Constraint-based (bottleneck) skills and experience.

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements.

In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and / or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package.

Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off / vacation, and various employee discounts.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process.

To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law.

Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.