R&d operations engineer graduate

R&D Operations Engineer Graduate Program Job Location(s): Gent, BE; Arenzano, IT; Rome, IT; Poznan, PL; Lodz, PL; Venturina, IT; Bologna, IT; Zlotow, PL; Porto, PT; Logrono, ES; Braga, PT; Novy Bydzov, CZ; Sligo, IE; Naples, IT; Seville, ES; Prostejov, CZ; Alzira, ES; Florence, IT; Turin, IT; Soliera, IT; Gdansk, PL; Froges, FR; Lezo, ES; Prague, CZ; Milan, IT; Lugo, IT; Piatra Neamt, RO; Wroclaw, PL; Barcelona, ES; Madrid, ES; Lisbon, PT; Krakow, PL; Dublin, IE; Burgos, ES; CP 09001. Department: R&D/Innovation Management. Full-time. Employee. Shift: On site. Program starts October 2026 with 3 international rotations across Amcor plants & offices in Europe. Contract location will depend on the successful candidate. Program Overview Each year we are looking for a group of Graduates interested joining our Graduate Program in various functions: R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Sales & Marketing, HR, Finance, PMO and more. The program is designed for creative and motivated thinkers who love learning and taking on new challenges and responsibilities, not afraid of dealing with ambiguity and change. Responsibilities

Supporting the development, deployment and continuous improvement of R&D systems, tools and operational processes across Europe. Contributing to cross‑functional European projects with other functions (Supply Chain, Procurement, Sales, IT, Sustainability, Operations, Product Management). Interfacing between business stakeholders and system/process owners to translate operational needs into structured, practical solutions. Aligning data and analytics initiatives with business priorities to enable fact‑based decision‑making. Supporting change management activities by preparing & delivering documentation, training materials and communication for new or improved systems and processes. Rotating across projects and focus areas within R&D Operations to explore interests, develop strengths and shape future career direction.

Qualifications Education & Experience

Master’s/Honours degree in Industrial Engineering, General Engineering, Data Engineering or Chemical Engineering. Evidence of academic achievements and/or extracurricular activities. Up to 2 years of relevant internship or work experience in an industrial, engineering, R&D or operations environment. First international study or work experience as an asset. Exposure to cross‑functional projects, data analysis or process improvement activities is an advantage.

Technical & Analytical Skills

Strong analytical and structured problem‑solving mindset, with the ability to understand end‑to‑end processes. Interest in IT systems and data, with basic knowledge of SQL, programming concepts, databases and/or data modelling. Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP) and/or CRM tools (e.g. Salesforce) is a plus. Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI is nice to have.

Personal & Professional Skills

Ability to see the big picture and understand connections between processes, systems and functions. Curious, proactive and motivated to drive continuous improvement. Strong communication and collaboration skills in international, multidisciplinary teams. Detail‑oriented, well‑organized and result‑focused. Flexible, adaptable and ready to embrace change.

Language & Mobility

Fluency in English. Any other European language as an advantage. Willingness to travel and work abroad across Europe. Permanent work permit in the EU.

Benefits The Amcor Graduate Program is an exciting 18‑month opportunity to further develop your skills and unwrap your expertise with an international packaging leader offering you a unique working experience in an innovative and diverse environment. We will accept only applications in English. About Amcor Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. We are guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. Supported by a commitment to safety, over 75,000 people generate $23 billion in annualized sales from operations that span more than 400 locations in more than 40 countries. #J-18808-Ljbffr