Amcor · 1 day ago
Materials Scientist
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$150K/yr - $180K/yrAmcor is transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. They are seeking a Materials Scientist to lead innovations in material applications and processes, solve material and processing issues, and support product development across cross-functional teams.
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
Develop formulations, test methods, and procedures for new products
Work in cross functional groups to provide support to product development, operations, and business needs
Utilize and implement the latest technologies to test, analyze, and develop our current and future product lines
Work with the company’s suppliers and customers to assure products and materials conform to customer engineering/technical needs
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
Assist with the lab managers/quality engineers to create robust testing and quality plans for new products and processes
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
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 challenges
Strong organizational and planning skills to complete and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to seek out new/novel material & additive innovations
Ability to comprehend and interpret scientific journals, technical documents, and patents
Ability to travel domestically required
Preferred
Master's and PhD degrees preferred
Strong understanding of thermoplastic, thermoset, and elastomer properties, applications, and testing is desired
Comprehensive knowledge of plastics conversion technologies is desired
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.
Founded in 1864
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
Recent News
2026-01-19
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