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 Description

Quality Inspector

Basic Function:

Incumbent will perform basic inspection and testing of products to ensure product quality.  The Quality Inspector will also place on hold any suspect product and report on any actual or potential quality issues and trends.  

Essential Function and Responsibilities:

• Collect product for sampling, evaluation, testing and data recording.

• Enter data into the SPC data collection software and interpret all data collected in order to identify any quality trends and/or issues.

• Place on hold (HFI) any suspect product and communicate issues to the QA Manager, Shift Supervisor and other stakeholders as needed.

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders regarding the quality function, data collected and risk factors.

• Possess a complete working knowledge of all products, including finished manufactured goods and packaging.

• Understand and explain AIB guidelines as required.

• Mix bottle lubricants and deliver them to various application stations.  Test for results.

• Utilize Levels training program to increase technical skill, knowledge and cross training with One Step and Two Step Quality Support. 

• Follow all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) as documented in the policy.

• Follow all established safety rules and guidelines as outlined in the Employee Handbook, and as stated in the various safety-related training programs.  Understand and communicate all hazards and safety issues to the appropriate personnel.  Properly use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• May perform other related assignments at the direction of the Quality Assurance Manager.

Reporting Relationship:  This position reports directly to the Quality Assurance Manager.  Incumbent will also have a dotted-line report to the Shift Production Supervisor.

Job Specifications and Requirements:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential functions.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions.

Education and Experience:  High school diploma or equivalent required.  Some level of post-secondary education preferred.  Prior experience in a quality function is preferred.

Interpersonal Skills:  Good written and verbal communications skills are required.  Incumbent must capable of writing, reading and interpreting memos, emails and reports on a regular basis.  English proficiency required.  Incumbent must possess effective teamwork and interpersonal skills in working with a variety of stakeholder and co-worker groups (both internal and external).

Technical Skills:  A strong mathematical ability is essential.  Incumbent must be able to perform calculations such as: averages, sums, standard deviations, spec limits and drawing measurements.  Must be able to accurately enter data into online database.  Must possess the ability to learn and operate QC equipment upon completion of training.  Incumbent must be capable of learning and successfully applying various computer software related to the function including: MS Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.), RealSPC, and SAP and other Company systems as required.

Other:  Incumbent must have the ability to interpret and carry out both simple and complex instructions.  Must possess the capability to make decisions and use independent judgment based on the situation, even in the face of adversity and/or production pressures.  Must be able to work a 12-hour production shift schedule (including weekends and possible night shifts).  Incumbent should be willing to demonstrate schedule flexibility for coverage for vacations and other absences.

Physical Requirements:  Required to stand/walk for up to 11 hours per shift on concrete floor.  Will be required to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally.  May push/pull up to 900 lbs. occasionally using a hydraulic hand jack (equivalent to static push/pull of approximately 70 lbs.).  Must frequently squat, bend, kneel, reach, etc., in order to carry out essential functions of the position.

Licenses:  Must possess or be willing/able to obtain a valid forklift license.

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)