Lead Plastics Processing Engineer (RHB/SBM)

Amcor; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Bonus Potential

Job summary

Amcor is seeking a Processing Engineer Manager for plastics to optimize reheat and blow/molding processes for high‑quality, food‑grade bottles. You will lead development, improve productivity, and ensure regulatory compliance in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting.

The role requires 2–5 years in plastics processing, strong problem‑solving and cross‑functional collaboration, and expertise in PET processing and blow molding. On‑site in Louisville, KY with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5 years of plastics processing experience (reheat & blow or stretch blow molding).
• Strong understanding of PET processing and blow molding principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain optimal processing parameters for RHB and SBM equipment.
• Lead root-cause troubleshooting for process-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, cGMP, FDA and internal quality standards.

Skills

Problem solving

Process optimization

Quality compliance

Team collaboration

Statistical methods (RCA/ DMAIC/ DOE)

Education

Bachelor’s in Plastics Engineering

Tools

CAD

Data analysis tools

Process monitoring systems

Job description

Amcor is seeking a Processing Engineer Manager for plastics to optimize reheat and blow/molding processes for high‑quality, food‑grade bottles. You will lead development, improve productivity, and ensure regulatory compliance in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting.

The role requires 2–5 years in plastics processing, strong problem‑solving and cross‑functional collaboration, and expertise in PET processing and blow molding. On‑site in Louisville, KY with a comprehensive benefits package.