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Mold Design Engineer

Amcor Rigid Packaging
United States, Michigan, Manchester
Nov 06, 2024
We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference!

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, visitwww.amcor.com.

Job Description

Position Overview:

This is an ARP R&D role that is responsible for designing prototype blow molds, associated components, and optimizing for manufacturing efficiency. Responsibilities also include shelling models for 3D printing, providing mechanical design solutions for mold repairs/revisions and designing various fixtures and components. This position operates in a team environment, working together with Mold and 3D Model personnel to support Container Development, Innovation, Pilot Operations and Testing.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Designs prototype blow molds using CAD software while establishing and practicing appropriate design standards.
  • Understands mold manufacturing and works with peers to ensure mold designs are optimized for manufacturing efficiency and fitment in designated equipment platforms.
  • Shares and confirms designs with stakeholders prior to manufacturing.
  • Understands 3D printing and able to shell models for print.
  • Designs various fixtures and components for either machining or 3D printing.
  • May also design other tooling such as injection molds and related components.
  • Understands project scope and collaborates with cross functional team members to determine requirements to produce products on time, correct the first time, and within budget.
  • Utilizes Product Lifecyle Management (PLM) software and other tools to manage workflow, schedule, and capture key metrics.
  • Publishes work and maintains database of design documents and essential information.
  • Seeks out, recommends, and leads implementation of new methods, software, and engineering tools to improve workflow and ease of doing business.
  • Applies practical experience and technical expertise to understand variable situations and guide thinking about ways to address those situations.
  • Knows the business well enough to understand overall needs and predict future needs.
  • Reviews portions of the work of peers and provides technical consultation.
  • Receives limited general direction and effectively provides routine status updates.
  • Selects appropriate work procedures and applies creative and constructive thinking to achieve results.
  • Makes own decisions regarding how to approach specific work assignments.
  • Seeks feedback and corrects own performance.
  • Exhibits willingness to learn as well as teach/coach others.
  • Coordinates corrective action plans, including design reviews and procedural improvements.
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with vendors and other external partners.
  • Understands, practices, and prioritizes safety rules and guidelines in accordance with Amcor's safety programs and initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in mechanical design.
  • Proficient with CAM and CAD (Catia) software.
  • Knowledge of injection molding and stretch blow molding machinery and plastics processing.
  • Knowledge of CNC equipment and related machining processes.
  • Knowledge of 3D printing.
  • Ability to work in a challenging environment balancing execution with engineering discipline.
  • Capable of developing new concepts for mechanical designs, procedures, and machining with proven ability to reduce concepts to practice.
  • Ability to communicate with peers and stakeholders in everyday relationships.
  • Traditional computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Travel 5%

Competencies:

Amcor Leadership Framework Competencies

Core Competencies:

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

3-5 Applicable ALF Competencies:

  • Innovation Management
  • Process Management
  • Dealing with Ambiguity

Relationships:

  • R&D Pilot and Testing operations.
  • R&D Container Development and Innovation teams.
  • R&D CAD, Industrial Design and Project Management teams.
  • ARP Operations/Plant personnel.
  • Internal relationships with purchasing/procurement, and finance.
  • External relationships with clients and vendors.

ADA Requirements:

Physical Requirements

Normal Vision

Distant Vision

Near Vision

Hearing/ Listening

Sitting

Talking/Speaking

Hand/Finger Dexterity

Walking

Standing

Stooping

Pushing/Pulling

Bending

Kneeling

Climbing

Lifting (amount 50+ pounds)

Carrying (amount 50+ pounds)

Driving- Forklift

Lifting (amount < 50 pounds)

Carrying (amount < 50 pounds)

Driving - Automobile/truck/van

Work Environment : Office Environment

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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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
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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.

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