Amcor · 15 hours ago
Sr. Materials Scientist
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expAmcor is a leading company in the packaging industry that focuses on innovative and responsible packaging solutions. The Sr. Materials Scientist will lead material innovations and applications, evaluate material processing problems, and support product development through cross-functional collaboration.
ChemicalInformation TechnologyManufacturingMedicalPackaging ServicesSupply Chain ManagementSustainability
Responsibilities
Utilize material science knowledge to lead material innovations, applications, and processes
Critically evaluate and solve material/processing problems, with emphasis on root cause identification and corrective action implementation
Serve as leader within cross-functional teams (R&D, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain) to support Product Development, manufacturing performance, and business objectives
Develop formulations, test methods, and procedures for new products
Utilize and implement the latest technologies to test, analyze, and develop our current and future product lines
Communicate with Material Science Director to develop and solve customer and future business needs
Author procedures, work instructions, and legal documents; conduct technical training sessions for associates and customers
Partner with laboratory management and quality engineering teams to develop robust testing protocols, validation plans, and quality control strategies
Maintain and enforce all company safety, environmental, and department of health requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or closely related field required
10+ years of hands-on manufacturing and materials development experience with Thermoplastics, including polyolefins, polyolefin elastomers/plastomers, and related packaging polymer materials
Demonstrated expertise in plastics conversion technologies is desired (extrusion, injection molding, blow molding, ISBM etc.)
Experience working directly with resin suppliers and compounders on material selection, technical evaluation, trials, troubleshooting, supplier collaboration and implementation of new resin and additive solutions
Self-motivated, innovative, and detail oriented
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Ability able to work effectively in a team and individually
Proven problem-solving skills and ability to apply scientific principles to industrial and manufacturing challenges
Strong organizational and planning skills to complete and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to comprehend and interpret scientific journals, technical documents, and patents
Willingness and ability to travel domestically as required
Preferred
Master's and PhD degrees preferred
Knowledge in FDA and EU plastics regulations, standards, and guidance is preferred
Benefits
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)
Company
Amcor
Amcor is a packaging and container manufacturing company for food and beverage, personal care, and medical industries.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.2B2025-03-13Post Ipo Debt· $2.2B
1969-08-28IPO
Leadership Team
Peter Konieczny
Chief Executive Officer
Ron S Delia
Chief Executive Officer
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