Process Engineer

Sonoco Industrial Plastics, LLC

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ITA - Calerno - D372A Until 10/4/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted August 5, 2026 Last posted August 5, 2026
Job description

Job scope

Optimizing and continuously improving operational and production processes.

Analysing and collect data for KPI through statistical tools .

The role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost performance while ensuring compliance with company standards and safety requirements.

Main duties

1. Monitoring process performance and KPIs (like OEE, line spoilage, performance,…)

2. Development and trials of new technologies in order to guarantee the final quality of the production.

3. Search constantly the process continuous improvement through new technologies implementation and preventive maintenance activities.

4. Use appropriate Lean, Six Sigma and data analysis tools to provide appropriate information for data-driven decisions

5. Development and implementation of Standard Operational Procedures (SOP) to control and measure the efficiencies, evaluating the equipment, methods of measurements, consumables and spoilage

6. Collect data and analyze process levels of efficiency identifying the bests alternatives in order to maximize efficiency, quality and reduce costs

7. Work according to Hygiene and Food Safety rules as well as Health and Safety regulations and procedures as specified in our procedures

Key result areas

1.   Continuous improvement

2.   Process Performance

3.   Process Monitoring

Job dimensions

  • Collaboration with Department Operators and mechanics
  • Collaboration with Quality team, Technical Office and Safety team
  • Direct report Continuous Improvement Manager

Job requirements

  • Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
  • Knowledge of principles and applications associated with manufacturing operations including SPC, Six Sigma, 5S, SMED and Lean Manufacturing
  • Languages: Good knowledge of English
  • Project management skills
  • Team approach
  • Advanced knowledge of PC’s and software programs Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
  • Good knowledge of Hygiene and Food Safety and Health and Safety rules and Environmental

Key competencies (management behaviours)

  • Standard Setting
  • Openness to new Ideas
  • Customer Orientation
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Respect for People

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    About this role

    Summary

    Optimize and improve production processes using data and tools in food manufacturing.

    Job title

    Process Engineer

    Experience level

    null

    Industry

    food manufacturing

    Location requirements

    On-site in Calerno, Italy, no remote work allowed

    Salary

    Not specified

    Visa sponsorship

    H-1B sponsor history

    Management role

    No

    Skills & keywords

    Required skills

    mechanical engineeringindustrial engineeringSPCSix Sigma5SSMEDLean Manufacturingproject managementsoftware: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPointHygiene and Food SafetyHealth and Safety

    Preferred skills

    None specified

    Specializations

    continuous improvementlean manufacturingSix Sigmaprocess monitoringdata analysis
    Locations

    Structured locations inferred from the posting.

    42049 Calerno, Province of Reggio Emilia, Italy

    On-site City