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.
Job Description
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Amcor Central R&D Laboratory provides chemical and materials testing to support technology research, product development and manufacturing process improvement in North America and globally.
The Lab Scientist I executes requested lab analysis by applying known methods and practices to perform competitive analysis, troubleshoot manufacturing issues and support R&D programs.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
- Develop testing expertise across a wide array of instruments following known methods
- Chemical and polymer analysis to understand raw materials and competitive products
- Provide analytical support to manufacturing to resolve claims or production issues
- Prepare and publish lab reports for R&D, manufacturing, sales and marketing
- Conduct instrument/method training for at least one area of testing
- Become equipment owner for at least one instrument; take responsibility for preventative maintenance of assigned equipment and interact with equipment vendors
- Assist in method documentation and suggest improvements to existing methods
- Order supplies for the lab and submit documentation through the p-card process
- May participate in organizations such as American Chemical Society or ASTM
WHAT WE VALUE
- Safety Focus: lead by example and advance our safety culture
- Customer-focus: work with lab customers to get necessary information and complete requests in a timely manner; communicate expected delays to lab customers
- Results Focus: provide accurate, thorough and on-time lab testing results
WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Science or Engineering with research/coursework experience in polymers preferred
- Understanding of statistical tools such as DOE and Gage R&R, or willingness to learn
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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