Continuous Improvement Manager II

Amcor Ltd; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Flexible time off

Company-paid holidays

Wellbeing program

Retirement Savings Plan with company 1

Job summary

Amcor Ltd. is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager II to lead Lean and CI initiatives on the plant floor, partnering with operations to drive safety, quality and throughput.

You will direct cross‑functional teams, deploy CI best practices, and manage data-driven improvement programs that deliver measurable savings and performance gains. You will coach engineers and hourly staff, develop CI capability, and foster a high‑performing culture while aligning with the plant’s operating plan and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement.
• Proven Lean, Six Sigma, or CI implementation experience.
• Strong Excel and data-analysis skills; SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment of Lean and CI across the plant and sustainment.
• Drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost improvements.
• Analyze data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and leadership.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

CI

Data analysis

Excel

SAP experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology

Tools

SAP

Job description

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.

Job Description

As the Continuous Improvement Manager II, you'll be a key member of the plant leadership team responsible for driving operational excellence through the deployment of Lean and Continuous Improvement (CI) methodologies. This role leads high‑impact initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost while embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the facility. You'll also partner cross‑functionally to execute the plant’s annual operating plan, delivering measurable results through hands‑on leadership, data‑driven decision‑making, and strong engagement on the production floor.

What You’ll Do

Safety & Leadership

• Champion a safety‑first culture by collaborating with EHS to ensure policies, programs, and practices promote a safe working environment
• Serve as a visible leader on the plant floor, setting expectations and reinforcing standards

Continuous Improvement Strategy & Execution

• Lead the deployment and sustainment of Lean and CI methodologies across the plant
• Identify, prioritize, and execute high‑value cost savings and efficiency projects
• Drive a structured approach to project selection, resourcing, and execution

Operational Excellence

• Partner with operations to address daily production challenges, improving:
  • Product quality
  • Throughput and productivity
  • On‑time delivery performance
• Act as a site‑wide problem solver, using root cause analysis and data to drive solutions

People Development & Culture

• Coach and develop engineers, supervisors, and hourly team members on CI principles and leadership skills
• Lead and facilitate training programs to build organizational CI capability
• Foster a high‑performance, accountable, and collaborative culture

Data & Performance Management

• Analyze data from multiple systems to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Develop and maintain reporting tools and dashboards to track CI progress
• Support and lead efforts to improve performance against CI audits and benchmarks

Project & Communication Leadership

• Lead cross‑functional teams on major improvement initiatives
• Communicate progress, results, and priorities to plant leadership and stakeholders
• Promote best practice sharing across the facility and broader organization

What Success Looks Like

• Measurable improvements in cost, efficiency, and productivity
• Strong employee engagement and CI adoption across all levels
• Sustainable improvements validated through audits and performance metrics
• A visible and trusted leader on the plant floor

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related technical field preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement
• Proven experience implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or CI methodologies
• Solid proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools (SAP experience preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Continuous Improvement Certifications
• SAP

Key Competencies

• Results‑driven with a strong track record of delivering measurable improvements
• Influential leader who can drive change across all levels of the organization
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Effective coach and communicator
• High level of business and operational acumen

What Sets You Apart

• Hands‑on experience driving CI initiatives directly on the plant floor
• Ability to overcome resistance and lead change effectively
• Track record of delivering quantifiable cost savings and performance gains
• Passion for developing people and building high‑performing teams

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

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.

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Benefits

• 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&DD, 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)