Utility Operator - STERLING MA rotating shift

Utility Operator - Sterling Ma - 12-hour Rotating Shift (8a-8p)

The starting rate of pay for this position is expected to be $17.92; however, starting pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience between $17.92 and $22.00.

Location:

Sterling, MA (not eligible for relocation or employment-based visa sponsorship)

Shift: Rotating (3 days work/4 days off & 4 days work/3 days off - work every other weekend) 12-hour shift 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Must be available and able to train Mon-Fri 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Summary:

Convey raw material supplies to and assist the set-up of machinery to assure efficient manufacturing quality product that meets or exceeds expectations.

Essential Functions:

• Observe and follows all safety policies and procedures
• Pull color concentrates and place it behind assigned extruder line(s)
• Return all concentrates, boxes or cradles to racks or designated storage area(s)
• Maintain segregation and combine gaylords or concentrates as needed
• Create boxes on Pack-size equipment (loading material, selecting box size(s), gluing, and staging based on requests)
• Glue Regular Slotted Containers (RSC's)
• Stages materials for extruders and packaging
• Remove finished product in a safe and timely manner replacing needed materials for continuous operation such as pallets, packaging, resins, etc.
• Help relieve for breaks
• Performs quality checks every two (2) hours
• Cuts cores using Traveler/BOM provided and/or as instructed
• Replenishes core racks and skids
• Sorts and eliminates all short cores
• Print and creates labels per Ignition/MES
• Secure all skids of scrap and remove from production area and organize for reclaim into re-pelletizing process
• Keep scrap area neat, organized with colored, chunks, scrap resin, and natural scrap segregated
• Help core strip change over, scrap off cores when help is needed
• Documents any maintenance and safety concerns
• Perform other related functions, projects, and duties as assigned by supervisor or management

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Help assist with changeovers
• Help clean around extruders and blenders
• Empty trash barrels as needed
• Ensure the ink room is in proper order
• Perform all duties of Packer/Inspector II as/when needed

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 2-5 years experience in a manufacturing environment with extrusion experience preferred
• Able to read, write and communicate in English to be able to follow instructions, complete required forms, verify quality products are being produced, and address issues/concerns from Packer/Inspector employees
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently
• Strong problem-solving skills

Physical And Work Environment Requirements:

• Able to work overtime, holidays, weekends
• Able to stand, sit, kneel, bend, stoop, push/pull, lift, climb, reach and crawl for extended periods multiple times throughout 12-hour shift
• Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted
• Able to work safely around moving mechanical parts
• No fear of heights (equivalent to a 4-5 story building)
• Must have good vision, eye-hand coordination, and hearing
• Must have manual dexterity involving total wrist action, twisting, pulling, and raising arms at, above or below shoulder height
• Able to work in warm, humid, and cool climates for during of shift and/or including overtime
• Able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes safety glasses, safety goggles/face shield, hearing protection, steel toe shoes/boots, gloves, and bump cap.

Our Expectations:

• 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

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

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