Product Innovation Engineer

Amcor•Evansville, IN

About The Position

This position is responsible for all technical aspects of a product innovation project from the point of concept through commercialization. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience.
5 years experience with a multitude of plastic manufacturing processes including: injection molding, compression molding, blow molding, and thermoforming.
Experience with 2D design and 3D CAD modeling programs.
Prior experience working in a packaging development and innovation environment.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills are required for data driven project management.
Strong organizational skills with proven ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to prioritize, multi-task, be an innovative outside-the-box thinker, and be results-oriented
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated individual
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, as needed.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage all stages of a product innovation projects, which include scoping, ideation, proof of concept, proof of principle, business case, implementation, and commercialization.
Utilize the model shop and 3D printing resources to drive prototype design and development.
Work with the pilot and plant operations teams on installation and start-up of all new prototype molds or tooling.
Has authority to execute projects and influence the actions of the project team as necessary to achieve the desired results
Must be assertive, creative and data driven to keep projects on time and within budget to meet deliverables while managing risk with consultation from team members, peers, and senior management.
Responsible for reporting deviations on time, cost, and deliverable project components to senior management as project progresses.
Responsible for adherence to Berry, industry, and/or regulatory procedures.
Maintain and enforce all company safety, environmental and department of health requirements.

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)