Manufacturing Process Improvement Engineer - Oshkosh, United States - Amcor plc

Description

We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference

At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space. Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products. Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales. We have a proud history dating back to the 1860's and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company. Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites.

Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future? At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference. Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions. To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visit

Job Description

The primary role of the MPI Engineer is to implement and lead standardization & continuous improvement initiatives that improve safety, service, quality and cost. This position will have a focus on manufacturing process improvement. Incumbent will provide fundamental process engineering support with common interaction and support at the plants.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Implementation of standardization initiatives
• Participate in plant process support role with 24-hour on-call support as necessary
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to achieve business objectives including participation in teams within the business and functional areas
• Assist in generating reporting tools and progress reporting for assigned business area
• Support the efforts of other engineers as necessary
• Support the efforts of Plant Engineering and Plant Departments in associated projects and teams
• Communicate the status of CI projects, including: progress reports, identifying barriers and recommended solutions, integration with other projects or other CI initiatives
• Training of team members and shop floor employees
• Partner in analyzing/recommending changes in technology to improve safety, service, quality and cost
• Responsible for execution of assigned CI projects; also responsible for identifying projects that may lead to improved safety, service, quality and cost
• Develop an understanding of process standards such as: start-up and shut-down, troubleshooting techniques, resin handling, machine standard operating conditions, QA standards
• Understand and support the CI methodology in all project and teams assigned
• Projects as assigned
• Develop process expertise in 1-2 manufacturing processes
• Able to generate and implement critical manufacturing technology standards for equipment
• Able to generate and implement critical operational methods or standard work for process engineers and operators to follow
• Attainment of KPI goals, cost savings, etc. as defined by plant operational efficiencies and output

WHAT WE VALUE

• Results orientation - high
• Collaborative relationships - high
• Communication skills - written/oral - high
• Analytical skills/problem solving - high
• Business Acumen - medium
• Change and Thought Leadership - medium
• Critical thinking & Conflict resolution - medium

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU

• 1-3 years professional experience in a manufacturing organization
• Bachelor's degree is required, engineering or industrial technology preferred
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing verbiage, process, tools, etc.
• Training and experience in Lean methodologies. Green/Black belt or Kaizens
• Self motivated, confident, organized, persistent, high energy
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve across a variety of business processes
• Thorough understanding of business processes and process improvement
• Exceptional analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to achieve results through teams and perform effectively in a diverse work group
• Ability to generate new ideas
• Works proficiently with Microsoft Office with an aptitude for learning additional computer applications
• Available to be on-site, based on 24-hour on-call schedule
• Travel approximately 10-20% of the time to support plants

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 links "EEO is the and "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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