Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet.  More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

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Job Description

3.0 Responsibilities:
3.0    Support quality, productivity and safety goals.
3.1    Support building HVAC, compressed air and cooling tower systems.
3.2    Optimize machine and process efficiencies.
3.3    Manage projects and make recommendations regarding new technology to improve   product quality and productivity.
3.4    Lead and/or provide technical support for continuous improvement projects.
3.5    Analyze and design lean manufacturing cells using effective systems and simulation tools to optimize, use of space, equipment, material and personnel. 
3.6    Assist in developing plant layout in planning rearrangement of facilities, equipment and operations for better utilization of space. 
3.7    Work closely with research and development, quality assurance, operations and maintenance personnel to prevent problems with products and tooling/fixtures. 
3.8    Determine and eliminate root causes and diminish occurrences of defects in the manufacturing process. 
3.9    Maintain and troubleshoot multi-discipline machine technology to include mechanical, electrical, controls, PLCs, vision systems and drives.
3.10    Support development and maintenance of new tooling, machines and high-speed production equipment.
3.11    Create training instructions and standard operating procedures for use in equipment implementation.
3.12    Train production and maintenance departments on use and maintenance of new equipment.
3.13    Ensure all manufacturing safety regulatory policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times. 
3.14    Stay informed concerning new manufacturing technologies and equipment in order to manufacture and reduce cost through efficiencies. 
3.15    Support all current and new product introductions. 
3.16    Manage vendors/subcontractors to ensure requirements of the job scope are accomplished and confirm that all procedures, policies and regulations are followed.
3.17    All other duties, as assigned.

4.0    Qualifications:
4.1    Skills
4.1.1     Analytical-Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
4.1.2    Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions.
4.1.3    Technical Skills -Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
4.1.4    Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
4.1.5    Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
4.1.6    Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
4.1.7    Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
4.1.8    Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
4.1.9    Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
4.1.10     Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
4.1.11     Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
4.1.12     Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
4.1.13     Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; 
4.1.14     Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
4.1.15     Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
4.1.16     Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
4.1.17     Flexibility: position supports a 24/7 manufacturing plant. Incumbent needs to be able to provide high level support & flexibility to meet plant needs.

4.1.18 Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

4.2    Education and/or Equivalent Experience
4.2.1    Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering or related field
4.2.2    5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
4.2.3    Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma concepts
4.2.4    Experience with AutoCAD and/or Solid Works applications.
4.2.5    Experience with process engineering in injection molding preferred

4.3    Physical Requirements/Work Environment
4.3.1    Must be able to work nine (9) hours per day, five (5) days per week. Extended hours may be necessary.
4.3.2    Hot during the summer months (max 120 degrees). Very humid when outside temperature is 85 degrees and over. Average humidity is 95%. The humidity varies with the weather. It is cold during the winter (minimum of 40 degrees). In the production area, the average temperature is 50 degrees.
4.3.3    Noise level is 90dB.
4.3.4    Polyethylene, polystyrene, PET, polypropylene, nylon and purging compound materials are both processed and ground, which provides some fumes and dust.
4.3.5    Indoor and outdoor work is required.
4.3.6    Must be able to wear protective clothing such as a hairnet, rubber-soled shoes, earplugs and a beard guard (if applicable). No jewelry except for a wedding band without stones.
4.3.7    Must be able to lift 10 lbs. occasionally during the day.
4.3.8    Occasional standing to demonstrate, instruct and conduct meetings. Must be able to access all areas of the production floor and facility.
4.3.9    Must be able to detect and sense bottle defects such as texture, bottle temperature, and color. Ability to distinguish shades in color.
4.3.10    Single arm movement for writing, reading, operation of CRT, calculator and copy machine.
4.3.11    This position requires a high degree of interaction with all personnel, which requires hearing skills. Must be able to answer the telephone and interact with other employees and counterparts within the Company.
4.3.12    Must be able to read printed reports and production schedules.

5.0    Organizational Relationship:
5.1    Reports to the Engineering Manager.

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans

• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees

• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location

• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program

• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits

• Paid Parental Leave

• Retirement Savings Plan with company match

• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)