Job Description

Join the global leader in the fast-growing playing cards and board games industry. Cartamundi’s purpose is “Sharing the Magic of Playing together”.  A powerful purpose that drives social and interactive customer experiences with a human touch both online and in the physical world.

The Manufacturing Automation Engineer will be responsible for supporting the manufacturing operations with equipment and process expertise, in a continuous improvement environment. This role will focus on increasing efficiency, reducing waste, improving product quality, and ensuring operational reliability through advanced automation, Lean, and Six Sigma methodologies. Key manufacturing areas include printing, cutting, assembly, packaging, material handling, plastic injection molding, and paper processing. The Manufacturing Automation Engineer will manage projects from concept to execution, collaborating closely with internal teams, external integrators, and other Cartamundi sites to deliver impactful solutions that support long term growth.

What you’ll do as a Manufacturing Automation Engineer:

• Support the manufacturing operation by managing planned and unplanned process and equipment issues and concerns through final resolution
• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and equipment, identifying areas for improvement and make recommendations for change to increase optimization, cost savings and quality
• Implement changes to processes and equipment according to approved plans, supporting and managing manufacturing continuous improvement activities and manufacturing modifications 
• Develop and implement detailed layouts for equipment, processes, and workflows for optimal efficiency, ensuring manufacturing processes and equipment comply with safety standards and legal regulations
• Support capital projects from conception through implementation including new equipment introduction
• Support evaluation of new materials, engineering trials, processes and other initiatives that require engineering review 
• Develop and publish documentation as required to support manufacturing equipment and processes
• Provide user training across all functions on new equipment introductions and modifications
• Support machine set up and repairs as needed by providing engineering expertise as needed
• Create, update, and deliver reports as required

We’re looking for a Manufacturing Automation Engineer with:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably manufacturing or mechanical engineering
• 3-5 years’ experience working as a manufacturing engineer in a batch, medium to high volume manufacturing environment
• Experience working in a team setting with minimal supervisor
• Proven problem-solving skills in design, improvement, or maintenance on electrical, mechanical, and automation equipment
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Expertise in MS Office and Project Management software
• Expertise in CAD software and 3D modeling
• Expertise in machine control software and hardware

Benefits a Manufacturing Engineer Can Expect from Cartamundi:

• Competitive pay
• Climate controlled facility
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
• HSA and FSA
• Life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts on daycare, gym memberships, travel, and much more

Physical requirements and working conditions: 

Our manufacturing Plant is comprised of enclosed office and manufacturing space. This position requires the ability to:

• Move throughout the entire facility to attend to various issues
• Work effectively in teams across functional groups with strong communication skills and the ability to lead
• Perform sedentary work on various computer systems
• This Manufacturing Engineer position is located on-site in our east Longmeadow facility.

Apply today and discover the magic of making a difference at Cartamundi!

Cartamundi does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities.

Candidates must be 18 years old to work for Cartamundi.

No agencies please. No sponsorship available.

About Cartamundi:

Cartamundi is responsible for sales and distribution of its own American household Playing Card and Games brands like BICYCLE®, BEE®, KEM®, ARISTOCRAT® and HOYLE®. Internationally, Cartamundi owns many other leading brands such as Fournier®, Shuffle®, COPAG®, Grimaud®, Color Addict® to name few.

Next to our own brands, we are the manufacturer of excellence for our customer’s nostalgic card and board games and collectable cards such as Monopoly®, Pokémon®, UNO®, Disney, Harry Potter and Magic the Gathering®.

A truly global company, Cartamundi is in full expansion and increasing its local presence through strategic partnerships and investments. Currently, Cartamundi operates across 23 locations (including 13 factories) throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, with over 2500 employees, and products being sold in more than 185 countries.  

In 2020, Cartamundi celebrated its 50th anniversary starting back in 1970 when 2 Belgian families merged their Playing Cards business in the heart of Europe. 

Today, Cartamundi North America represents its largest business, with 3 Customer Design Centers, 4 large Manufacturing units and providing jobs to over 1,500 people.

In North America, for 140 years, The United States Playing Card Company (“USPC”) has been the leader in the distribution and production of premier playing cards and a creator of innovative family-friendly games. Whether it is a game of blackjack on the casino floor or game night with the family our brands and products play a part.