Continuous Improvement Manager II

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.To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visitwww.amcor.comILinkedInIGlassdoorIFacebook IYouTubeJob Description As the Continuous Improvement Manager II, you'll be a key member of the plant leadership team responsible for driving operational excellence through the deployment of Lean and Continuous Improvement (CI) methodologies. This role leads high-impact initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost while embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the facility.You'll also partner cross-functionally to execute the plant's annual operating plan, delivering measurable results through hands-on leadership, data-driven decision-making, and strong engagement on the production floor. What You'll Do Safety & LeadershipChampion a safety-first culture by collaborating with EHS to ensure policies, programs, and practices promote a safe working environmentServe as a visible leader on the plant floor, setting expectations and reinforcing standardsContinuous Improvement Strategy & ExecutionLead the deployment and sustainment of Lean and CI methodologies across the plantIdentify, prioritize, and execute high-value cost savings and efficiency projectsDrive a structured approach to project selection, resourcing, and executionOperational ExcellencePartner with operations to address daily production challenges, improving:Product qualityThroughput and productivityOn-time delivery performanceAct as a site-wide problem solver, using root cause analysis and data to drive solutionsPeople Development & CultureCoach and develop engineers, supervisors, and hourly team members on CI principles and leadership skillsLead and facilitate training programs to build organizational CI capabilityFoster a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative cultureData & Performance ManagementAnalyze data from multiple systems to identify trends and improvement opportunitiesDevelop and maintain reporting tools and dashboards to track CI progressSupport and lead efforts to improve performance against CI audits and benchmarksProject & Communication LeadershipLead cross-functional teams on major improvement initiativesCommunicate progress, results, and priorities to plant leadership and stakeholdersPromote best practice sharing across the facility and broader organization What Success Looks Like Measurable improvements in cost, efficiency, and productivityStrong employee engagement and CI adoption across all levelsSustainable improvements validated through audits and performance metricsA visible and trusted leader on the plant floor What We're Looking For Required QualificationsBachelor's degree (Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related technical field preferred)5+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvementProven experience implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or CI methodologiesSolid proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools (SAP experience preferred)Preferred QualificationsContinuous Improvement CertificationsSAPKey CompetenciesResults-driven with a strong track record of delivering measurable improvementsInfluential leader who can drive change across all levels of the organizationStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsEffective coach and communicatorHigh level of business and operational acumen What Sets You Apart Hands-on experience driving CI initiatives directly on the plant floorAbility to overcome resistance and lead change effectivelyTrack record of delivering quantifiable cost savings and performance gainsPassion for developing people and building high-performing teams#LI-onsite OurExpectations 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 teamOur customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovationOur investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returnsThe 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.If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.E-Verify We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.Benefits When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:Medical, dental and vision plansFlexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employeesCompany-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by locationWellbeing program & Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings Account/Flexible Spending AccountLife insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefitsPaid Parental LeaveRetirement Savings Plan with company matchTuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)