Research Development Manager Jobs in Newburgh, IN

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.
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Job Description
1.0 PURPOSE: As a member of the Product Development team, this role will have responsibility for all technical aspects of preparing a technical development plan, as well as, managing projects related to continuous improvement, process optimization, and cost savings. This position will work closely with Manufacturing Operations, Process Engineering, Tooling, Industrial Design, Design Engineers, Project Managers, R&D, and Product Line Management to develop technical plans for next generation products and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
2.0 RESPONSIBILITIES:
2.1 Use caution and support facility systems to assure safety event free facilities.
2.2 Respond to any emergency or potential emergency following established procedures.
2.3 Observe, respond and report any instance of safety, product, service, or quality systems non-conformity.
2.4 Security diligence: maintain control of key cards, prevent unauthorized entry to facilities by non-Amcor employees, and proper maintenance / security of Amcor equipment.
2.5 Successfully complete Primary Duties and additional responsibilities as outlined in 4.0 and associated training.
3.0 AUTHORITIES, including but not limited to:
3.1 Pause activity and notify Safety lead in any facility regarding instances of potentially unsafe work environments or employee and supplier practices.
3.2 Initiate action to prevent occurrences of any non-conformity of safety, product, service or quality systems.
3.3 Initiate, recommend or provide solutions through designated channels.
3.4 Suggest actions for continual improvement to safety, products, processes, facilities or systems and verify the implementation of solutions.
4.0 PRIMARY DUTIES, including but not limited to:
4.1 Coordinate the Technical Development Plan that outlines all the details necessary for the Product Line Manager to respond to a Request for Quote and/or create a Business Case,
including all cost inputs, capital equipment costs, and evaluation of the costs and technologies required for the development and manufacturing.
4.2 Lead cross-functional teams consisting of plant operations, tooling, process engineering, machine, automation, etc., to find ways to optimize processes and improve operational efficiencies.
4.3 Has responsibility for execution of the project plan and driving decisions to deliver the project on time, within budget, and within scope.
4.4 Responsible for oversight of any engineering changes or product design changes related to optimizing the manufacturing process.
4.5 Lead technical communication with vendors and/or internal stakeholders.
4.6 Responsible for reporting deviations on time, cost, and deliverable project components to senior management as project progresses.
4.7 Responsible for adherence to Amcor, industry, and/or regulatory procedures as well as Management of Change, Stage Gate, and ISO processes.
4.8 Support Customers, Manufacturing and Quality as the technical expert on product maintenance and Continuous Improvement Opportunities (CIO's)
5.0 QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION REQUIRED:
5.1 Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
5.2 Knowledge in statistical methods and programs (SPC/DOE/MiniTab)
5.3 Ability to travel as needed (20-50%)
6.0 PREFERRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE:
6.1 Experience with plastic manufacturing platforms i.e. injection molding, blow molding, etc
6.2 Excellent verbal and written communication skills
6.3 Self-motivated and assertive individual
6.4 Ability to prioritize, multi-task, be a proactive thinker, and be results-oriented
6.5 Project Management experience a plus
6.6 Strong organizational skills with proven ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously
6.7 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required for data driven decision
7.0 RECORDS:
7.1 Completed Training Records
7.2 Performance Evaluations
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.
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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 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)