About this opportunity
KettleWorks lists this Manufacturing Project Engineer opportunity in city of lancaster, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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About the Company
Good food. Good people. A shared purpose. KettleWorks is proud to be part of Kettle & Fire, producing nourishing, high-quality food while creating opportunities for our employees and investing in our Lancaster, Pennsylvania community. Behind every product is a team committed to working together, supporting one another, and continuously improving. Our culture is grounded in four core values:
100% Accountability: Take ownership, follow through, and do what’s right.
Growth Mindset: Stay curious, embrace feedback, and keep learning.
Win Together: Work as one team, communicate openly, and support one another.
Act Like an Owner: Take pride in our work and look for ways to improve.
We believe every person and every role matters. Through teamwork, respect, safety, quality, and a commitment to growth, we strive to make a positive impact on our people, our products, and our community. At KettleWorks, we win together.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Project Engineer to join our dynamic engineering & maintenance team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to diverse infrastructure and manufacturing projects, supporting the engineering and maintenance team in delivering innovative solutions. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about building sustainable infrastructure, managing projects, supporting manufacturing operations and eager to grow within a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Manage facility and manufacturing capital projects utilizing technical knowledge
Develop and establish standard running conditions to improve Safety, Quality and Costs
Identify, troubleshoot and resolve operational issues utilizing structured problem-solving techniques.
Develop equipment / process, operation, preventive maintenance, safety, troubleshooting procedures
Develop and propose operational solutions
Implement continuous improvement activities to improve operational results
Collect, analyze, and summarize operating and engineering data and trends
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
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities;
reading professional publications;
maintaining personal networks;
participating in professional organizations and obtaining / keeping professional certifications.
Partner with other Engineers and other departments personnel to continually complete objectives
Other duties and tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Chemical, Electrical, Engineering or equivalent experience
2+ 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.
Experience managing capital projects utilizing standard project management methods.
Experience with CAD (Solidworks / AutoCad software packages)
Food Manufacturing experience (Preferred)
Familiarity with QMP, GMPs & HACCP (Preferred)
Six Sigma Certification (Preferred)
Required Skills
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, and their applications.
Experience working with automated processing equipment including PLCs, Servos, VFD, etc.
Experience managing capital projects utilizing standard project management methods.
Experience with CAD (Solidworks / AutoCad software packages)
Preferred Skills
Food Manufacturing experience (Preferred)
Familiarity with QMP, GMPs & HACCP (Preferred)
Six Sigma Certification (Preferred)
Responsibilities
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Ability to lift 50lbs and walk/stand for long periods
Proven punctuality and attendance record
Travel
Pay range and compensation package
We also offer a benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
401(k)
Dental
Vision
Employee Assistance Program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Wellness Allowance
Monthly Bone Broth Allowance
Travel
Equal Opportunity Statement
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. xzgxqkn This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
Worksite address
city of lancaster, PA, 17622, US
Who can apply
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