Process Engineer Sr - Plant

Amcor LLC; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Wellbeing program

401(k)

Job summary

Amcor LLC in Mundelein, IL seeks a Senior Process Engineer to deliver technical and process engineering services across manufacturing, development, and commercialization of new products. You will help troubleshoot and optimize production using PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and automation hardware, supporting safety and quality improvements.

Responsibilities include leading continuous improvement initiatives, guiding cross-functional teams with Maintenance and Engineering, and mentoring less senior staff

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering required.
• 5–7 years of experience in engineering or process role in a flexible packaging/converting operation.
• Lean manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical controls, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and drives.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical controls and PLC programming support for manufacturing equipment and new product commercialization.
• Lead PLC-based troubleshooting for complex production and downtime issues.
• Support design, modification, and optimization of control systems including PLC logic and automation hardware.
• Lead continuous improvement teams to deliver process and business improvements.

Skills

Electrical controls

PLC programming

Lean manufacturing

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

HMIs

VFDs

Sensors

Automation hardware

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.To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTubeJob DescriptionProvides technical and process engineering services and guidance to the Technical/Manufacturing departments in support of projects including development and commercialization of new products. The Senior Process Engineer will also assist process development, operations and technical groups in developing and implementing process improvements, troubleshooting production/quality issues, and transferring process/ troubleshooting knowledge to the organization. Provide technical support to sales, marketing, and customers as needed in troubleshooting existing products, enhancing existing products, and development of new products. Responsible for implementing and leading Continuous Improvement initiatives and facilitating world class operations management methodologies throughout the organization.WHAT YOU GET TO DOProvide electrical controls and PLC programming support for manufacturing equipment, process improvements, and new product commercialization efforts.Lead and support PLC-based troubleshooting for complex production, quality, and downtime issues in collaboration with Maintenance and Controls resources.Support the design, modification, and optimization of control systems, including PLC logic, HMIs, sensors, drives, and automation hardware.Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and OEMs during equipment installations, upgrades, and commissioning, ensuring controls functionality meets process and safety requirements.Support Environmental Health & Safety for the facility, following all current policies and procedures and making an effort to improve the Environmental Health and Safety performance of our facility.Coordinate project orders with Production Planning to best fit production schedule with minimal impact to customer ordersProvide technical guidance to Maintenance operations to make improvements and resolve issues based on process knowledgeLeads change for Troubleshooting production and process problems; communicates with manufacturing, quality, and technical people regarding run problems; investigates root causes and recommends and helps implement corrective actions.Reviews data and trial reports from technical for products being developed and reports concerns and results to the appropriate department managers.Production Trial owner, following and coordination of production trials providing accurate and detailed feedback to Trial owners Manufacturing, Technical Manager and Marketing.Analyze trial quality, output and waste data to determine trial effectiveness / specification commercialization.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. Regularly visits customers and coordinates operator visits to customers.Writes, performs, analyzes, and reports on trails, scale-ups, and validations for the manufacturing processes. Makes recommendations based on trailsGenerate and gather ideas for product enhancements, cost savings, and new products from all sources (sales, vendors, customers, R&D, manufacturing, journals, and others); able to effectively communicate/interact with Sales, Marketing, and the CustomerProvide suggestions for product enhancements to R&D engineers to improve manufacturing results based on process experienceOperate as a “go-to” for other Engineers, operations, and maintenance for solutions to process or quality issuesAssess current processes to look for areas of improvement in processes (including procedures, conditions, and equipment), and make those recommendations to managementTarget/resolve repetitive customer claim issues by working with customers and manufacturingLead continuous improvement teams to deliver process and business improvements. Responsible for identifying and resolves issues that impact data aspects through root cause analysis and corrective action management as it relates to specification impacts to all operation resources & departmentsDevelop and Commercialize New and Improved ProductsDevelop specifications for new products and update existing specifications.WHAT WE VALUEStrong electrical and controls engineering aptitude, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and industrial automation systems.Ability to translate process requirements into effective control strategies that improve safety, quality, throughput, and waste reduction.Strong mechanical and technical ability and aptitudeStrong analytical and problem solving skillsStrong knowledge of processes used to manufacture flexible packagingStrong knowledge of raw materials to define better solutionsAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionAbility to coach and mentor less senior members of the organizationMust have effective communication skills, both verbal and written, in order to communicate with all levels of resources and managements, both internally and externallyAbility to analyze, problem solve and generate new ideas and be open minded to others’ ideasWHAT WE WANT FROM YOUBachelors degree in an Engineering fieldFive to seven years experience in an engineering or process role in a flexible packaging converting operationTraining and experience in Lean manufacturing methodologiesOur ExpectationsWe 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 teamOur customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovationOur investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returnsThe environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and productsEqual Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityAmcor 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 \"Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal\" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.E-VerifyWe verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.CompensationThe starting salary for this position is expected to be between $98,000 to $122,500; however, base pay offered may vary within the full salary range $98,000 to $147,000 depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on national averages and a geographic differential may be applied based on work location. Position may also be eligible for Amcor’s Management Incentive Plan / Sales Incentive Plan, which is an annual bonus program based on business and individual performance, as well as medical coverage and other health and welfare benefits. The salary range provided reflects the anticipated base pay for this role at the time of this posting. This range is applicable to positions performed in jurisdictions with pay transparency requirements, including CA, CO, CT, HI, IL, MD, MA, MN, NV, NJ, NY, RI, VT, WA, Washington DC, as well as remote roles that may be performed in these locations. Compensation for roles performed outside of these jurisdictions may vary. The Company reserves the right to modify this range at any time.BenefitsWhen you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:Medical, dental and vision plansFlexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employeesCompany-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by locationWellbeing program & Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings Account/Flexible Spending AccountLife insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefitsPaid Parental LeaveRetirement Savings Plan with company matchTuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)