Process Engineer

Volpak, a Coesia company; Santa Perpètua de Mogoda; Presencial; EUR 42.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Volpak, part of Coesia, is seeking an Assembly Process Engineer to join our Operations team in Santa Perpétua de Mogoda, Spain. The role focuses on continuous improvement of machinery assembly using Lean and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to raise performance, reliability and delivery.

You will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations and Quality to translate technical solutions into standardized assembly practices, design tooling, lead project kick-offs, and convert production

Formación

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or equivalent).
• 2-3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience as a Process Engineer applying Lean principles (5S, standard work).
• Knowledge of 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Composer).
• Proficient with MS Office tools (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of SAP.

Responsabilidades

• Drive continuous improvement of existing machine features to improve performance, durability and reliability.
• Design dedicated assembly tooling to improve efficiency, quality and repeatability.
• Lead and participate in kick-off and closing meetings for assembly projects and analyze data to identify improvements.
• Transfer technical information from Engineering to stakeholders, ensuring clarity and alignment.
• Convert production know-how into standards (Standard Work).
• Ensure correct configuration of devices, machines and groups to minimize inventory obsolescence.

Conocimientos

Lean Manufacturing

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Bilingual English Spanish

Problem solving

Educación

Engineering degree (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or equivalent)

Herramientas

SAP

SolidWorks

Composer

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Volpak is a leading organization headquartered in Santa Perpétua de Mogoda, Spain.

As a key player in pouch‑type packaging for over 40 years, we specialize in designing horizontal form‑fill‑seal, vertical multi‑lane, and cartoning machines.

Our business portfolio encompasses a wide range of innovative solutions in consumer goods products, such as sauces & condiments, dairy, and confectionery, while extending its capabilities to meet the needs of other sectors like pet food, home care and chemicals.

We strive to continuously expand our offerings and enhance our capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

For more detailed information about Volpak and its comprehensive business landscape, please visit www.volpak.com.

Volpak is part of Coesia, a group of innovation‑based industrial and packaging solutions companies operating globally, headquartered in Bologna, Italy. Coesia operates in 36 countries with 20 different companies and employs over 8,000 people as of 2023.

About the Role:

We are looking for an Assembly Process Engineer to join our Operations team. In this role, you will ensure continuous improvement of machinery assembly performance by applying Lean Manufacturing standards and acting as a change agent to promote Lean Six Sigma methodologies across the organization.

You will work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Operations and Quality, helping translate technical solutions into efficient, standardized assembly practices that improve performance, reliability, and delivery.

As Assembly Process Engineer, you will:

• Drive continuous improvement of existing machine features to enhance performance, durability and reliability—aligned with cost, timing, quality standards, technical requirements and defined KPIs.
• Design dedicated assembly tooling to improve efficiency, quality, ergonomics and repeatability.
• Lead and participate in kick‑off and closing meetings for assembly projects, collecting and analyzing end‑to‑end assembly process data to identify improvements.
• Transfer technical information from the Engineering department to all stakeholders involved in assembly activities, ensuring clarity and alignment.
• Convert production know‑how into standards (Standard Work): procedures, rules, norms, and best practices.
• Ensure correct configuration of devices, machines, and groups, minimizing inventory obsolescence.

What You Need to Be Successful:

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or equivalent).
• 2-3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience as a Process Engineer in a manufacturing environment applying Lean principles and methodologies (e.g., production BOM, lean cell design, standard work definition, 5S).
• Knowledge of 3D CAD software (SolidWorks and Composer).
• Strong analytical capability to collect, structure and interpret data to define improvement strategies.
• Proficiency with MS Office tools (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of SAP
• Good command of English and Spanish.
• Availability to travel worldwide when required.
• Ability to manage multiple and complex processes with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Team‑oriented, results‑driven and comfortable working with deadlines.
• Innovative, proactive approach and strong understanding of customer needs.

Coesia is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in fair, merit-based recruitment and assess all candidates exclusively on the basis of their qualifications, skills, experience and suitability for the role