Rotational Engineering Program- New Grads | Amcor
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ID: REQ_96231
Engineering
Full time
Americas - North America - United States - Oshkosh - AF Oshkosh North WI
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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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Looking for New Grads!
We are open to new college graduates with anticipated graduation dates ranging between Dec 2026-Dec 2027
Description of the program
The Amcor EDGE Technical Development Program is a structured two-year rotational program designed to accelerate the development of early-career engineers into future manufacturing and technical leaders within Amcor Flexibles North America.
Through a combination of formal training, mentorship, hands-on manufacturing experience, and project leadership opportunities, participants will develop a strong foundation in manufacturing processes, problem-solving, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Engineers in the EDGE Program gain exposure to multiple functions across the organization while building the technical and leadership skills necessary to make an immediate impact within our manufacturing network.
Initial Development & Training
Participate in a structured onboarding and technical development program.
Receive mentorship and coaching from experienced technical and manufacturing leaders.
Gain hands-on experience with manufacturing processes, products, equipment, and systems.
Build analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills through real-world projects and assignments.
Manufacturing & Process Improvement
Support manufacturing process improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
Assist with identifying operational challenges and evaluating solutions.
Participate in continuous improvement activities utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Green Belt, and Kaizen methodologies.
Collect and analyze data to identify opportunities for process optimization.
Assist with root cause investigations and corrective action implementation.
Project & Technical Support
Support engineering and capital projects through planning, execution, testing, and implementation activities.
Coordinate documentation, project materials, and technical information.
Assist with equipment installation, startup, commissioning, validation, and training activities.
Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, quality, maintenance, and operations teams to achieve project objectives.
Cross-Functional Development
Gain exposure to various functional areas across the organization, including Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Research & Development.
Build relationships across the business to support both technical and professional development.
Participate in opportunities that strengthen leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Program Structure
Months 0-6: Manufacturing Foundations
Participants will develop a strong understanding of manufacturing operations through:
Safety and GMP training
Plant visits and facility tours
Value stream learning
Manufacturing basics, SOPs, and operational processes
Operator shadowing experiences
Months 6-12: Process & Product Fundamentals
Material and product training
ERP and manufacturing systems training
Continuous Improvement and Kaizen activities
Green Belt project participation
Problem-solving methodology training
Product specification systems training
Months 12-24: Advanced Technical Development
Advanced process knowledge
Manufacturing best practices
Troubleshooting complex process issues
Root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
Day-to-day operational support and process optimization
Program Completion
Upon successful completion of the program, participants will transition into a full-time engineering role within the organization and continue development as a technical and operational leader.
Required Education
Chemical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Materials Science Engineering
Or a related engineering discipline
Prior manufacturing experience through internships, co-ops, research, or industry experience preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Interest in manufacturing, process improvement, and operational leadership.
What You'll Gain
Structured two-year technical development program
Mentorship from experienced manufacturing and engineering leaders
Hands-on manufacturing experience
Exposure to cross-functional business operations
Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement experience
Opportunities to lead impactful projects
Clear pathway to future technical and manufacturing leadership roles within Amcor
Travel Requirements
Ability to travel up to 30%.
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
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