Reliability Engineer
Amcor
Software Engineering
Posted on Mar 28, 2026
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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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Job Description
The Reliability Engineer will be responsible for the development and implementation of processes to improve maintenance and reliability of plant equipment, and to identify and propose engineering solutions and improvements to equipment and processes for maintenance reliability. In addition, this role will be responsible for managing the Parts storeroom and ensure the right parts and right quantities are available to support plant assets.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
- Geographic Scope: United States
- Number of colleagues directly reporting to this job: 1-3
- Create equipment reliability metrics, and identify and implement improvements in equipment reliability by working closely with operations and maintenance personnel.
- Perform regular deep dives/data analysis to identify key improvement areas to machine assets.
- Identify and evaluate risks associated with equipment failures and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Conduct/Lead effective Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA). Identify root causes of complex and/or repetitive problems, then put in place executable corrective actions.
- Create/Review downtime tracking reports and equipment histories to identify solutions for reoccurring maintenance problems.
- Implement condition monitoring techniques such as vibration analysis, thermography, tribology, and oil analysis to assess the health of machinery and detect potential issues before they lead to breakdowns.
- Spearhead the use of data gathered through IoT (Internet of Things) technology to better predict potential failure, then determine appropriate maintenance strategies to prevent equipment downtime.
- Evaluate/Utilize the existing preventive maintenance program, recommend adjustments and/or develop and implement maintenance strategies to prevent equipment failures.
- Identify potential cost reductions through extended parts life, reduced labor cost, parts standardization across similar machine lines, and other part-related improvement techniques.
- Assess the reliability of systems and components via Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) and Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) and recommend improvements.
- Coordinate inspection program for high voltage electrical equipment and transformers.
- Manage outside engineering and contractor resources as required.
- Manage the Parts storeroom - lead team members and delegate tasks.
- Oversee process for ordering parts via MRP.
- Work with Purchasing and component suppliers to drive reliability improvement into purchased components. Includes looking out for new suppliers offering better quality products.
- Collaborate with the PM supervisor to ensure all parts are available for upcoming PM planned downtime work orders. Includes developing a process for staging and kitting.
- Ensure part inventory levels are maintained accurately.
- Manage spare parts availability per machine asset.
- Forecast part needs, maintain optimal inventory levels, and evaluate Min/Max reorder thresholds.
WHAT WE VALUE
- Strong computer skills, including MS Excel, Word, and Office.
- Familiarity with reliability engineering principles, methodologies, and tools including 5S, 5Y, FMEA, PDCA, Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC, Run Charts, Pareto Analysis.
- In-depth knowledge of Maintenance and Reliability systems and process improvement process.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to analyze data, perform risk assessments, and develop effective solutions.
- Continuous improvement mindset.
WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Reliability Engineering, or related field
- 3-5 years of relevant experience implementing a reliability program.
- Project management experience.
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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Benefits
When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:
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)