Packer Handler

Job Description

• Exemplifies the Amcor Behaviors and Values at all times. Leads by example and exhibits professionalism in all areas when representing Amcor inside and outside of the plant.
• Work in a professional manner with other associates.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Inspect product to ensure quality; set aside product that is below quality standards.
• Work closely with Leads and alert the Team Leader or Supervisor of any quality issues or reject conditions. Timely response to quality issues is key to this position.
• Notify the Team Leader of any safety, machinery, raw material, quality, preventive maintenance, emergency maintenance, packaging or documentation concerns.
• Document information correctly on the reports for production and any downtime.
• Complete assembly of product by installing gaskets in lids and handles in containers as required while keeping up with the production machines cycles.
• Flame containers and lids when required.
• Stack and pack product per instructions that vary with different customers and orders.
• Prepare proper product identification and/or packaging labels.
• Assist with material handling and other tasks as needed.
• When the machine experiences an interruption in production, utilize time to clean up oil, sweep, mop, make boxes or other tasks that may be assigned by the Shift Supervisor.
• Various other duties as assigned.

The primary duties and responsibilities of the Packer/Handler consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Exemplifies the Amcor Behaviors and Values at all times. Leads by example and exhibits professionalism in all areas when representing Amcor inside and outside of the plant.
• Work in a professional manner with other associates.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Inspect product to ensure quality; set aside product that is below quality standards.
• Work closely with Leads and alert the Team Leader or Supervisor of any quality issues or reject conditions. Timely response to quality issues is key to this position.
• Notify the Team Leader of any safety, machinery, raw material, quality, preventive maintenance, emergency maintenance, packaging or documentation concerns.
• Document information correctly on the reports for production and any downtime.
• Complete assembly of product by installing gaskets in lids and handles in containers as required while keeping up with the production machines cycles.
• Flame containers and lids when required.
• Stack and pack product per instructions that vary with different customers and orders.
• Prepare proper product identification and/or packaging labels.
• Assist with material handling and other tasks as needed.
• When the machine experiences an interruption in production, utilize time to clean up oil, sweep, mop, make boxes or other tasks that may be assigned by the Shift Supervisor.
• Various other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in fast-paced production environment is highly preferred.
• Regularly required to stand for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Good hand-eye coordination is required.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent exposure to production floor; required use of PPE including but not limited to:
  Bump Cap, Safety Eyewear or Prescription Safety Eyewear, Safety Shoes, Hair/beard nets, Hearing Protection and Disposable Mask.
• Must be able to frequently lift, bend, and reach to perform necessary job functions.
• Must be able to keep-up with the fast-paced production cycles.
• Position requires agility and consistent attention to detail.
• Able to tolerate constant repetition.
• Must be able to identify alpha / numeric product codes.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holiday and over-time.
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.
• Good communication skills--verbal and written; ability to effectively communicate.
• Ability to work well independently or in a team environment; displaying ability to work and deliver results in a fast-paced, performance driven…