Process Engineering Manager

Amcor LLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Flexible PTO

Company-paid holidays

Wellbeing program

HSA/FSA

Life/AD&D/Disability

Parental Leave

Retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Amcor is seeking a Processing Engineer to optimize plastics reheat and blow molding for high‑quality food-grade bottles. You will develop robust processing parameters, improve productivity, and lead technical efforts during production, trials, and new product introductions.

The role covers process development, technical support, quality compliance, tooling, and continuous improvement. On-site at a fast‑paced site in Kentucky, you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive safety,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a plastics/chemical/mechanical field or equal experience.
• 2–5 years in plastics processing, specifically reheat & blow or stretch blow molding.
• Strong understanding of PET processing, blow molding principles, and material behavior.
• Experience in food- or pharma-grade manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of SPC and process validation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and maintain processing parameters for RHB and SBM equipment.
• Lead root-cause troubleshooting for process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Support machine startups, material/mold changes, and tooling qualification.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, and internal quality standards; maintain process documentation.

Skills

Plastics processing

RHB/SBM experience

Quality/regulatory knowledge

GMP/cGMP awareness

Statistical methods (RCA/DOE/SPC)

Education

Bachelors in Plastics/Polymer/Chemical/Mechanical Eng

Tools

CAD

Data-analysis tools

Job description

Position Summary

The Processing Engineer is responsible for optimizing and supporting all plastics processing operations related to reheat and blow and stretch blow molding for high‑quality food grade bottles. This role develops robust process parameters, improves productivity and efficiency, ensures compliance with quality and regulatory standards, and provides technical leadership during production, trials, and new product introductions.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Development & Optimization:Develop, implement, and maintain optimal processing parameters for RHB and SBM equipment. Assess and improve cycle times, material utilization, energy consumption, and overall production efficiency. Lead root‑cause troubleshooting efforts for process‑related issues such as material distribution, haze, stress cracking, dimensional variation, or weight variation.
• Technical Support & Troubleshooting:Provide day‑to‑day technical support to production teams to ensure stable and efficient operations. Conduct in‑depth analysis of process deviations and implement corrective and preventive actions. Support blow molding machine startups, material changes, mold changes, and new tooling qualification.
• Quality & Compliance:Ensure all processes meet rigorous food‑and pharma‑grade requirements including GMP, cGMP, FDA, and internal quality standards. Collaborate with Quality Assurance to resolve nonconformances and enhance product consistency. Maintain accurate and compliant process documentation, including validation protocols, setup sheets, and process parameters.
• Tooling & Equipment:Work closely with tooling, maintenance, and engineering teams to optimize mold performance, cooling efficiency, preform handling, and blow configurations. Assist in qualification, installation, and optimization of molds, tooling, and auxiliary equipment. Recommend equipment upgrades or process enhancements to improve capability and reliability.
• Continuous Improvement & Projects:Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, DOE, SPC). Drive cost‑saving initiatives through improved yields, reduced scrap, and enhanced line performance. Participate in new product development, ensuring manufacturability and smooth scale‑up from pilot to full production.
• Training & Documentation:Train operators and technicians on best practices, processing standards, and safe machine operation. Develop and maintain SOPs, setup guides, and process control documents. Promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field. (or equivalent experience)
• 2–5 years of experience in plastics processing, specifically reheat & blow or stretch blow molding.
• Strong understanding of PET processing, blow molding principles, and material behavior.
• Experience working in food‑or pharmaceutical‑grade manufacturing environments.
• Solid problem‑solving skills using structured methodologies (RCA, DMAIC, DOE).
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and process validation.

• Preferred: Experience with leading RHB/SBM platforms (e.g., Sidel, Krones, KHS, SIG, Aoki).
• Familiarity with regulatory standards such as FDA 21 CFR, HACCP, SQF, or ISO 22000.
• Working knowledge of preform design, mold design, and bottle performance testing.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification.
• Proficiency with CAD, data‑analysis tools, or process‑monitoring systems.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting capability
• Process discipline and attention to detail
• Technical expertise in PET processing and blow molding technologies
• Effective communication and cross‑functional collaboration
• Leadership in driving continuous improvement
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, highly regulated environment

Working Conditions

• On‑site role in a manufacturing environment
• Regular interaction with blow molding equipment, compressed air systems, and high‑temperature processes
• Occasional evening or weekend support during critical production runs or equipment trials

Company Culture

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.

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.

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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&D, 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)

About Amcor

Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. We are guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. Supported by a commitment to safety, over 75,000 people generate $23 billion in annualized sales from operations that span over 400 locations in more than 40 countries. NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC www.amcor.com|LinkedIn|YouTube