Packaging Operator

Job Summary

Performs repetitive production and packing operations to mass-procedure products such as preforms.

• The Machine Operator has the responsibility to successfully complete the position training program found in the plant training manual.
• The Machine Operator has the authority to shut down production equipment to prevent the production of defective product.
• The Machine Operator has the authority to place Non‑Conforming Product on Hold.
• Randomly checks parts produced every hour for any possible defects (including grease, flash, punctures, and other defects) to ensure that customer specifications are met.
• Places parts in specified relationship to each other.
• Monitors flow of parts into assembling machinery, secondary equipment, and storage containers.
• Tends machines, such as presses which perform in the molding area, according to machine (product) standard.
• Works at different work stations as production needs require.
• Works on line where tasks vary; parts of various sizes and shapes move along the line.
• Packs all parts that are of good quality into boxes in preparation for sealing and shipping.
• Completes daily report of parts produced and any scrap parts that resulted, including downtime.
• Notifies Production Supervisor and Process Technician whenever items produced do not meet quality requirements or if machinery needs repair.
• Uses calculator to arrive at accurate calculations of different production‑related data.
• Wears all required personal protective equipment.
• Maintains housekeeping of all work areas and equipment.
• Starts‑up molds according to set‑up sheet.
• Completes daily log of activities on an accurate and timely basis.
• Makes process and parameter changes to ensure the highest quality possible.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Starts devices to test their performance.

None.

High school diploma or equivalent. One‑year certificate from college or technical school; or six months related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to read a limited number of two‑ and three‑syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Capable of applying common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Must attend all required Safety/OSHA training classes and adhere to all Safety Rules as posted in employee handbook and in the plant. All employees must adhere to the Amcor “No Injuries Program”.

Regularly required to use hands and fingers, talk or hear, and taste or smell. Frequently required to stand; occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required: close vision and color vision.

Must be GMP/HACCP/Food Security trained.

The work environment is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. Noise level is usually loud.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full‑time hourly employees (may vary by location)
• Company‑paid holidays starting at 8 days per year (may vary by location)
• Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

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.