Press Assistant Operator

Job Description

• Assistants will aid in all aspects of operation of press lines including change‑overs, machine start‑up, running and shut‑down.
• Support operations in becoming world‑class in all aspects of the business, beginning with safety.
• Assist operator in running all jobs in accordance with customer specification, manufacturing specification, print specification, color folders, and standard operating procedures.
• Assist operator in setting up jobs according to established S.O.C.’s (standard operating conditions), and report and follow up on any discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Assist operator in ensuring all printed material is free of defects.
• Ensure all jobs are run in accordance to all written specifications including manufacturing specs, customer specs, print specs, color folders and standard operating conditions.
• Work with press operator to minimize job change‑over and down time.
• Make every effort to see that all materials such as inks, stocks, cylinders, cores, and aniloxes are ready for the next job.
• Assist and aid maintenance to get the machine back on line and productive.
• Work with the press operator, manufacturing specialist, and press supervisor to understand and complete each level of the assistant training matrix on time.
• Know and understand the role in product safety.
• Comply with all 5S and WCM initiatives (cross training, moving to the work).
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

• Ability to lift up to 50‑60 lbs.
• Willing and able to stand and walk for an 8‑12 hour shift.
• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting.
• Frequent use of wrist and hands.
• Frequent stepping up and down from platforms.
• Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

• Passion for safety and following safety procedures.
• Passion for quality and meeting customer specifications.
• Positive attitude that promotes the Amcor high‑performance culture.
• Fully aligned with the Amcor core values (Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Results and Out Performance).
• Initiative – identifying what needs to be done and doing it before being asked to or required by the situation.
• A team player with good communications skills and the ability to work independently.

• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Knowledgeable and able to understand a computer and programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Required to have visual acuity to perform visual inspection including the use of measurement devices and ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with others in a team environment.

• 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.

• 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 and 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).

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