PET Injection Training Manager

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At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space. Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products. Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales. We have a proud history dating back to the 1860’s and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company. Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites.   

Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future? At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference. Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions. To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visit www.amcor.com.  

Job Description

Position Overview: This role is responsible for training and implementing best-in-class processes to optimize the PET injection molding process, with a focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. It will also lead talent development initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous production improvement.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Collaborate with ARPNA PET injection SME’s for machine, tooling, process, resin handling to align on ARPNA Best in Class process and procedures.
• Create, implement, and manage training materials for PET injection molding in various formats, including written, video and CBT
• Train plant injection resources on ARPNA Best in Class processes both formally in a classroom setting and informally on plant floor.
• Audit overall plant injection performance and create a focused training program based on current state.
• Identify and escalate unique injection issues to SME’s for alignment on resolution.
• Participate as a key resource on the Injection Molding POINT Team for creation, implementation and role out of standards and best practices.
• Audit plants for compliance to best practices and report findings to plant and corporate leadership.
• Assist in the technical evaluation of plant injection resources including recommended skill development plans.
• Work to standardize and train on injection processes across all PET injection plants to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Create and distribute written reports as required to communicate progress and action items.
• Support activities such as mold or machine qualifications or start ups, resin change overs and trials, tooling and machine audits.
• Evaluate technical capabilities of plant injection resources, provide feedback to plant leadership and assist in creation of development plans.
• Stay informed on the latest advancements in injection molding technology and identify opportunities for process improvements and innovation.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
• Minimum 15 years of experience in injection molding.
• Extensive knowledge of high output PET preform production.
• Proven ability to organize, analyze, and manage large amounts of data.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively prioritize tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 80%.

Competencies:

Amcor Leadership Framework Competencies

Core Competencies:

• Customer Focus
• Learning on the Fly
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Drive for Results

3-5 Applicable ALF Competencies:

• Influencing Others
• Process Management
• Functional/Technical Skills
• Business Acumen
• Managing & Measuring Work

Relationships:

• Operations Engineering
• Program Management
• ARPNA Plant co-workers
• Operations Leadership
• Innovation Group
• Supply Chain Management
• Product Development
• Vendors
• Suppliers

ADA Requirements:

Physical Requirements

Normal Vision

Near Vision

Hearing/ Listening

Sitting

Talking/Speaking

Hand/Finger Dexterity

Walking

Standing

Climbing

Lifting (amount < 50 pounds)

Carrying (amount < 50 pounds)

Driving – Automobile/truck/van

Work Environment: Plant Manufacturing Setting

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities, skills and/or abilities.

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Our Expectations

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/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.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the links  "EEO is the and "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. 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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CompensationThe starting salary for this position is expected to be between $101,900 to $135,900; however, base pay offered may vary within the full salary range $101,900 to $169,900 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.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 9 days per year and may be slightly higher by location

•Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program

•Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

•Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits are available

•Paid Parental Leave

•Retirement Savings Plan with company match

•Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

•Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)