Apprentice - Blow Mold Process Technician

Amcor LLC; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance and disability benefits

Paid parental leave

Retirement savings plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Amcor LLC in Allentown is seeking a Blow Mold Process Technician Apprentice for an entry-level position. This role focuses on maintaining and troubleshooting machinery and equipment while working under the guidance of a skilled mentor. The apprentice will gain hands-on training and learn about the plastics packaging industry.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, good communication skills, and knowledge of tools. Benefits include health plans, paid time off, and a retirement savings plan with a company match. Join us in fostering a safety-focused environment!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent GED, or enrollment in a work-study program.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good mathematical knowledge.
• Proficient computer skills using MS Office and email.
• Knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Excellent attendance and participation.

Responsibilities

• Place safety first in all responsibilities.
• Participate in on-the-job training with an assigned mentor.
• Attend related instruction hours through classroom or online resources.
• Complete assigned duties thoroughly.
• Assist with good housekeeping throughout the work location.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Good mathematical knowledge

Proficient computer skills using MS Office and email

Knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools

Excellent attendance and participation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent GED

Job description

Job Overview

The primary purpose of the Blow Mold Process Technician Apprentice is to start at an entry level technical position that focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and changing over our machinery and equipment. This role will work directly with a highly skilled mentor to learn the specific injection and blow molding process duties through on‑the‑job training and related classroom or online instruction. In addition, the apprentice will follow safety guidelines and learn about our plastics packaging industry and the high‑quality expectations of manufacturing our products.

Core Responsibilities

• Place safety first in all responsibilities, promoting Amcor’s safety culture.
• Participate in on‑the‑job training with an assigned mentor.
• Attend related instruction hours through classroom or online resources.
• Understand, follow, and promote all quality policies and guidelines.
• Thoroughly complete all assigned duties.
• Assist with good housekeeping throughout the work location.

Role Breakdown

• On‑the‑job learning: 65%
• Related instruction: 15%
• Computer‑related work: 10%
• Organizing and housekeeping: 10%

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent GED, or enrollment in a work‑study program.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good mathematical knowledge.
• Proficient computer skills using MS Office and email.
• Knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Excellent attendance and participation.

ADA Requirements

• Normal vision, hearing/listening, speaking, and hand/finger dexterity.
• Standing, walking, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing and reaching on a frequent basis.
• Ability to lift and carry 50+ pounds. Driving – automobile, truck, or van.

Required Training

• New Hire Orientation, Safety & Quality Training
• Ladder Safety / Fall Protection
• HACCP, GMP, and Product Safety & Security
• HFI / Scrap / Rework procedures
• Quality Testing / Visual Inspections
• Safe Lifting / Ergonomics
• Lock Out / Tag Out
• Bloodborne Pathogens, PPE and Hearing Conservation
• Hazardous Communication / Chemical Safety

Benefits

• 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)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 refer to the “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster. 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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