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 www.amcor.com.  

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. 

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.

This position reports to the shift lead.

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

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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.

Physical Requirements:

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 224-313-7000 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)