Process Engineer II

Amcor; Town of Boscobel (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Flexible time off

Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Job summary

Amcor in the Town of Boscobel, Wisconsin is seeking a Technical Leader to oversee production value streams and enhancements in quality, productivity, and cost reduction. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring safety leadership and compliance while leading cross-functional teams for continuous improvements.

This role requires at least ten years of experience in manufacturing and knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Amcor offers a comprehensive benefits package and promotes a culture of innovation and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours for troubleshooting and projects.
• Demonstrated ability to train, coach, and lead others.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to production value streams.
• Monitor and improve product quality and resolve issues.
• Lead cross-functional teams for continuous improvement.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Lean Six Sigma certification

Time management skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in a technical field

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

To provide technical leadership to production value stream(s), including continuous improvements in EHS, quality, productivity, troubleshooting, cost reduction, and operator engagement. Value stream processes include tandem extrusion, adhesive lamination, flexographic and rotogravure printing, slitting and various auxiliary processes.

What You Get To Do

• Acts as a safety leader and demonstrates compliance with all safety rules, policies, regulations and procedures; participates in safety programs, audits and encourages employee involvement from all employees in all safety activities. Supports all written safety programs and safety training.
• Monitors and improves product quality. Resolves quality issues and dispositions quarantined product. Researches assignable causes of customer complaints and works closely with customers to resolve and prevent quality issues.
• Establishes and maintains standard operating conditions, procedures, and daily reporting requirements.
• Routinely audits operators’ standard work to ensure compliance and to identify opportunities.
• Troubleshoots and provides technical assistance as part of a help chain.
• Identifies and resolves daily production problems, engaging production personnel in corrective actions and coordinating with other functional areas throughout the facility and beyond (R&D, product development, Sales, customer technical service, etc.).
• Monitors and adjusts production schedules to optimize daily results.
• Identifies opportunities and determines process capabilities through the use of statistical methods. Establishes goals and continuous improvement action plans. Prioritizes activities within the value stream.
• Engages and assists operators daily by establishing and maintaining visual management tools.
• Plans and implements equipment repairs and improvements, coordinating major equipment downtime with planning and maintenance. Enters maintenance work orders.
• Completes expected VSE Standard Work, including safety training, safety observations, quality observations, whiteboard updates, weekend notes, employee recognition, and complaint responses.
• Initiates and justifies capital projects.
• Prepares and presents technical training. Assesses operator skills attainment. Prioritizes training activities.
• Leads and participates in cross-functional teams to improve EHS, quality, and productivity. Employs disciplined problem-solving methods. Leads or serves on continuous improvement projects and reports progress monthly.
• Provides backup support to other value streams, and coordinates improvements with peers.
• Stays abreast of and evaluates innovations in equipment, techniques, and materials.
• Plans and conducts trials of machines, materials, and products. Assists product development efforts and fosters strong relationships to help build the business.
• Identifies and achieves significant operational improvements and cost savings. Meets regularly with managers to plan strategic priorities and to coordinate progress.
• Develops new team members, co‑op engineers, and lead persons.

What We Value

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, in order to work with customers, suppliers, and others at all levels throughout the organization.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong initiative and the ability to work independently to achieve desired results.
• Ability to use various computer applications in daily work including SAP.
• Solid knowledge of engineering concepts and practices.
• Green Belt certification, equivalent Lean‑Six Sigma/WCOM or other continuous improvement training, or a demonstrated ability to gain such certification.
• Knowledge and understanding of converting processes or the ability and interest to learn them.
• Time management and personal organization skills, including the ability to manage several short and long‑term projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work flexible hours to support troubleshooting and projects.
• Ability to train, coach, mentor, and lead others, and to foster teamwork.

What We Want From You

• An undergraduate degree in a technical field is preferred.
• A minimum of ten years of experience working in a manufacturing environment with an emphasis on flexible packaging specifications and end‑use applications.
• Lean Six Sigma certification at a minimum green belt level; black belt preferred and will be required within a short period of obtaining the position.
• Some degree of external training and/or internal seminars in management, safety, quality, problem solving or related technical topics is expected.

Our Expectations

• 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.

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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&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)