Press Assistant - Operative

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Job Description

Job Description

Job title: Press Assistant Operative

BG/BU: Amcor Flexibles Americas

Location: Shelbyville, KY

Job family: Production

Reports to (Title): Shift Supervisor

1. Job Overview

As Press Helper/Assistant, you will be responsible for setting up and preparing of materials that are specified on the work order. You will also be required to follow and write policy for safety and work procedures. Communication, good attitude, and good attendance are also required. As a Press Helper/Assistant you will work hand and hand with the Operator in the production process.

2. Job Dimensions

Support Operations in the Press Department

Part of the AF-Shelbyville Operations Team

No direct reports

3. Principal Accountabilities

To be aware of, adhere to and help to improve all safety standards and procedures at AF-Shelbyville

To be aware of, adhere to and help to improve all quality standards and procedures at AF-Shelbyville

To be aware of, adhere to and help to improve all production standards and procedures at AF-Shelbyville

Possess good verbal and written communication skills

Learn and apply understanding of current operating standards and practices. Willingly learns and applies new standards and practices

Willing to learn and apply new skills

Able to understand and make accurate measurements. Has a basic, high school-level math skill.

Able to read, comprehend and follow verbal or written instructions in English

Has basic computer skills

Understands and completes all paperwork related to operations

Labels and palletizes finished rolls

Will acquire and stock all necessary operating supplies and materials for the Finishing equipment

Will assist Press Operator with set ups, paperwork and operation of equipment

Will learn and apply knowledge of Quality standards and procedures. Will learn to identify quality defects

Will learn and apply knowledge of Work Order specifications

Assists with the take down and set up of jobs

Cleans cylinders, washes up decks, and sumps

Refills and maintains ink supply, and testing ink viscosity

Responsible for all press material at machine, film, inks

Completes tasks and helps pharmaceutical quality product in a timely manner

Participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives

Works with co-workers and management in a positive and constructive manner

Cover for Operator when needed (cross train)

4. Major challenges & complexities

Managing time and effort to safely meet the demands for quality product

Working with co-workers in their own and other departments to make our company successful

5. Relationships

Internal

External

AFS- Press Team

AFA Management Team

Site Co-workers

Other Amcor Facilities

Customers

6. Qualifications/Requirements

6.1 Formal Qualifications and Experience

Knowledge and Experience

1 year working in a manufacturing environment preferred

Education and Certifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

6.2 Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Behaviours

Job Specific skills and abilities

Basic computer skills

Must be able to flex hours in order to support multi-shift operation

Ability to stay on task and follow instruction

Basic measurement, math, communication, reading and writing skills

Ability to understand and apply all Amcor safety, quality and production standards

Ability to stand, walk, and lift continuously for up to 12 hours

Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs without assistance

Ability and willingness to drive forklift

Must prioritize safety, above all else

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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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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