Machine Operator I, Days

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, visitwww.amcor.com.

Position Overview:

Responsible for operation and proficient understanding of packaging machinery including palletizers, depalletizers, strappers, stretch wrappers, forklifts, and overall flow of production. Operation of production machines involves performing short-cycle, repetitive, and control operations of equipment, while maintaining set patterns of products to attain high-quality output that meets or exceeds customer expectations.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Maintains standard machine operation and accurately records production. Communicates production information at shift change.

• Knows and practices safe and proper start-up and shut-down procedures for each machine.

• Performs minor adjustments to machinery to ensure smooth, continued machine operation.

• Has authority to stop machines/production for machine problems or breakdowns, and communicates them to Production Coordinator or Maintenance.

• Inspects product for quality defects. Has authority to stop production due to quality issues, including raw materials.

• Maintains housekeeping of all assigned areas. This includes applying Good Manufacturing Practices to meet plant goals. Reports daily on Master Cleaning Schedule.

• Forklift operator certified, and performs daily safety and operational checks, and operates forklift in a safe and efficient manner.

• Transports finished product from the production area to warehouse. Unloads, moves and stores incoming materials; and checks identification, reports shortages or damaged materials; and arranges material in FIFO order.

• Reports daily production scrap in computer program.

• Actively participates in Quality training and Good Manufacturing Practices to assist in continuous improvement of plant operations.

• Follows all established safety rules, guidelines, and completes safety training as assigned. Understands and communicates all hazards and safety issues to co-workers and managers/supervisors. Properly uses all personal protective equipment.

• Performs other related duties as directed by the Production Coordinators and/or Management.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Some post-secondary education preferred (i.e., Technical or Vocational education;).

• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Able to pass forklift skills test

• Ability to recognize and understand numbers and values and accurate data entry of the information into an on-line database. A strong mathematical ability is essential.

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

• 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 work all shifts and required overtime.

Competencies:

Amcor Leadership Framework Competencies

ALF Focus:

• Leading Self

3-5 Applicable ALF Competencies:

Customer focus

Set Priorities & Drive Results

Cultivates Innovation

Engages People & Teams

Acts with Amcor Values in mind.

Relationships:

• Internal relationships - Shift co-workers and Managers

Level of Authority:

You have the right to hold for inspection any product you feel does not meet customer / company specifications. Those employees with authorized training can shut down / stop equipment if continued operation is a threat to any employee's health and safety. Stop production for unacceptable quality or product safety concern. Quarantine out-of-specification products, materials or supplies. Contact any member of management without fear of reprisal concerning questions, suggestions, or complaints regarding quality, working conditions or job environment.

Training Requirements:

• New Hire Orientation

• Safety Orientation and other required Safety trainings (i.e., LOTO, PPE, HazCom, Emergency Evacuation, Safe Lifting, etc.)

• Quality Orientation and other required Quality Trainings (i.e., HACCP, GMP, Product Safety & Security, HFI / Scrap / Rework procedures, Quality Testing / Visual Inspections, etc.)

• Monthly computer based training (see plant training schedule)

• Computer systems and programs training

• Specific on-the-job training

• Other training as required by Management

These 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.

ADA Requirements:

Physical Requirements:

Normal Vision

Distant Vision

Near Vision

Hear / Listen

Sit

Talk / Speak

Squat

Reach - up and out

Grasp / pinch

Hand/Finger Dexterity

Walk

Stand

Stoop

Push / Pull

Bend

Kneel

Climb

Twist

Carry (amount 50+ pounds)

Drive- Forklift

Lift (amount 50+ pounds)

Carry (amount < 50 pounds)

Drive - Automobile/truck/van

Lift (amount < 50 pounds)

Other Physical Requirements:

• Able to stand and walk up to 11-hours on concrete or other hard surfaces.

• Occasionally required to push / pull 70 lbs.

• Occasionally required to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.

• Occasionally required to push / pull up to 900 lbs using a hydraulic hand jack (equivalent of a static push/pull of approximately 70 lbs.)

• Frequently required to squat / bend / kneel / reach in order to carry out the essential functions of the position.

• Proficient hand / eye coordination to operate equipment and controls.

• Must be able to climb stairs / ladders

• Able to lift / reach overhead with a 7lb top frame to place on bulk pallet configuration.

• Frequently able to reach across palletizer bed 54" to 60" to straighten / pick up fallen product with use of production tools.

Work Environment : Plant Manufacturing Setting

Environmental Factors:

• Continuous noise of 78-80 dB

• Occasional exposure to chemicals

Required Safety Equipment (provided, excluding safety shoes):

• Hearing protection

• Eye protection

• Head protection

• Hand protection

• Steel toed safety shoes / boots

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities, skills and/or abilities.

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

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