Packaging Capital Projects Manager

Amcor Rigid Packaging; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 112,800 - 169,200; Full time

Job summary

Amcor Rigid Packaging seeks a seasoned engineer to manage complex capital projects tied to PET preforms and rigid containers. You will oversee product reviews from a manufacturing lens, juggle multiple sites from concept to qualification, and hold responsibility for productivity, timing, and budget.

You will drive cost reduction and productivity initiatives across locations. The role requires seven-plus years in plastics packaging with project management, strong people leadership, and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• 7+ years in plastics packaging with project management.
• Experience with plant layouts and infrastructure equipment.
• Experience managing direct reports.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel ~60%.

Responsibilities

• Create BOMs for new capital projects and support capital appropriation.
• Ensure safety and environmental requirements are in project scope and budget.
• Refine feasibility studies into action plans meeting cost and timing criteria.
• Review plant infrastructure, layout and equipment against project requirements.
• Analyze performance and cost of equipment, including tooling and workflow.
• Communicate and resolve project issues; publish weekly status reports.
• Maintain technical specifications and documentation for Operations Engineering.
• Regularly converse with plants to understand long-term project performance.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

SPC

Independent worker

Manufacturing projects

Education

Bachelors in mechanical or electrical engineering

Job description

Amcor Rigid Packaging seeks a seasoned engineer to manage complex capital projects tied to PET preforms and rigid containers. You will oversee product reviews from a manufacturing lens, juggle multiple sites from concept to qualification, and hold responsibility for productivity, timing, and budget.

You will drive cost reduction and productivity initiatives across locations. The role requires seven-plus years in plastics packaging with project management, strong people leadership, and the