Material Handler

We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference!

At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space. Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products. Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales. We have a proud history dating back to the 1860’s and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company. Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites.

Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future? At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference. Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions. To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visit

Job Description

Position Overview:

Responsible for maintaining a safe and quality operation with a proficient understanding of loading, unloading, and moving raw materials within the plant and warehouse.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Adheres to Amcor Rigid Plastics Safety and Quality policies and procedures.

Coordinate workflow with other material handlers.

Operates a lift truck in a safe and proficient manner, for up to a 12-hour period.

Supply Production Department with the necessary raw materials, as needed.

Remove finished goods from production area and put production tickets on pallets and store in proper warehouse location.

Tag finished product and be knowledgeable of required materials.

Ability to stack finished product in warehouse in a neat manner.

Must be flexible.

Must be able and willing to work in a fast-paced and changing work environment.

Must be able to work safely and in a very tight production area.

Must willingly accept any other duties/changes to position to fit the needs for production as requested by Material Handler Lead and/or Supervisor.

Must wear safety equipment, personal protective equipment, as required in the area or to perform specific job duties.

Qualifications:

Requires high school diploma or equivalent. Some post-secondary education preferred (i.e., technical or vocational education).

Forklift certification

At least 1 to 3 years of previous work experience in a manufacturing and/or warehouse environment preferred.

Valid Driver’s License required.

SAP experience is preferred.

Other Requirements:

Ability to recognize and understand numbers and values and enters this information into an on-line database accurately and assure all customer paperwork is documented correctly to avoid delayed shipment(s) to customer.

A strong mathematical ability is essential.

Ability to visually distinguish fine variations in color and other visual defects.

Proficient hand/eye coordination to operate equipment.

Ability to visually and mentally make priority decisions and independent judgment calls based on the situation at hand.

Ability to use a computer and related software efficiently and effectively.

Ability to work all shifts and required overtime.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to move, lift/push/pull on a continual basis: this is a physically demanding job as outlined by the U.S. Department of Labor. Incumbent is required to transport loads in the warehouse(s).

Follows all established safety rules and guidelines as outlined in the Co-worker Handbook and in accordance with Amcor’s Safety Policies and Procedures. Understands and communicates all hazards and safety issues to co-workers and supervision. Properly uses all required personal protective equipment.

Perform all good housekeeping assignments.

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.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the links "EEO is the and "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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