Process Engineering Manager

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  YouTube Job Description Job Description: Processing Engineer Manager – Plastics (RHB & SBM) 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.

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.

Required Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field. (or