Machine Operator

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

Job Summary:

Primary Purpose

Responsible for the safe & quality operation and proficient understanding of downstream equipment and machinery including; palletizers, strapping machines, wrapping machines, forklifts, and overall flow of product. Operation of downstream equipment involves performing short-cycle, repetitive, and control functions in set patterns to attain high-quality production output that meets or exceeds customer expectations.

Specific Responsibilities/Essential Functions

Follows all established safety rules and guidelines as outlined in the Employee Handbook and as trained during the various safety-related training programs. Understands and communicates all hazards and safety issues to co-workers and managers/supervisors. Properly uses all personal protective equipment. Knows and understands all machine safety procedures including Lock Out/Tag Out and General Safety procedures including Fire/Evacuation Accident Reporting, and all aspects of the Safety Contract, Basic Machine Operation, House Keeping Practices and GMP Standards. Has authority to stop machines/production to communicate machine problems and breakdowns to lead. Ensure the downstream equipment is always in safe condition, maintained, and clean. Understands the proper start-up and shutdown procedures for each piece of equipment (palletizer, wrapper, strapper, pallet conveyor, etc.). Ensure that all conveyor lines are free of blockages by being fully away of your surroundings. Report and maintains standard production objectives through proper machine operation and records hourly visuals. Inspects product for quality defects. Has authority to stop production due to quality issues. Maintains high housekeeping standards of all assigned areas. This includes applying Good Manufacturing Practices to meet plant goals and continuous improvement. Complete all required downstream paperwork and Real SPC tasks. Safely operate a walkie stacker to load MTP (pallets, top frames, tier sheets) into their designated locations. Safely operate a forklift to pull finished goods from pallet conveyor. Safely operate a forklift move materials (strap, wrap, etc.) and stack/store finished product. Sorts dunnage (pallets, top frames, tier sheets) to ensure enough raw materials are available. Report any mechanical issues to the maintenance team and production lead. Performs other related duties as directed by the shift lead, production manager, or plant manager.

Reporting Relationship

This position reports to the shift lead.

Job Specifications and Requirements:

Education and Experience

Requires high school diploma or equivalent.

Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Level of Authority & Authorization

Those employees with authorized training, have the ability to shut down / stop equipment if continued operation is a threat to any employee’s health and safety

Stop production for unacceptable quality or food safety concerns.

Quarantine out-of-specification products, materials or supplies.

Authority to make process adjustments.

Contact any member of Management without fear of reprisal concerning questions, suggestions, or complaints regarding quality, working conditions or job environment

Other Requirements:

Ability to recognize and understand numbers and values and enters this information into an on-line database accurately. A strong basic mathematical ability is essential.

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

Ability to read and write in English.

Ability to work all shifts and required overtime.

Additional Training Requirements:

Safety Procedures

Machine Op I

Forklift and Pallet Jack Certification

LOTO

Fire/Evacuation

Accident Reporting

Safety Contract

House Keeping

Bloodborne pathogen

Right to Know/Hazard Communications/Chemical Control

Emergency Evacuation

Ladder Safety/Fall Protection

Monthly Training (see plant training schedule)

GMP plant Training (internal)

HACCP plant training (internal)

The above requirements and training are not limited to the above and could be one or more depending on job assignment. Requirements may include all other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to exert 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently.

Required to stand/walk for up to 12 hours per shift on a concrete floor and is frequently required to do the following; carry up to 50lbs.

Bend, squat, kneel.

Must be able to climb steps and ladders frequently.

Reach overhead and outward with frequency.

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 "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. 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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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 9 days per year and may be slightly higher by location

Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits are available

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

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