Apprentice - Blow Molding Process Technician

Amcor Rigid Packaging; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Wellbeing programs

Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Amcor Rigid Packaging is looking for a Blow Mold Process Technician Apprentice in Blythewood, South Carolina. This is an entry-level role that focuses on maintaining and troubleshooting machinery while working directly with a mentor. The position emphasizes safety, quality policies, and continuous learning in the plastics manufacturing industry.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, and a retirement savings plan. Applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of background, as Amcor values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Strong communication skills required.
• Mathematical knowledge is essential.
• Ability to use tools is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Participate in On-The-Job Training with a mentor.
• Promote safety and quality policies.
• Complete assigned duties and maintain housekeeping.

Skills

Technical proficiency

Communication skills

Mathematical knowledge

Ability to use tools

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent GED

Tools

MS Office

Hand and power tools

Job description

Role Overview

The primary purpose of the Blow Mold Process Technician Apprentice is to start at a very entry level of a technical skilled position that will focus on maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing and changing over our machinery and equipment. This position will work directly with a highly skilled Mentor to learn the specific Injection / Injection Blow Molding Process duties through on‑the‑job learning, along with related instruction through a classroom or online training platform. An Apprentice will work with and follow all safety guidelines, while learning about the plastics packaging industry and the high quality expectations of manufacturing our products.

Your Role in Unpacking Possibilities

• Actively put safety first in all responsibilities promoting Amcor's safety culture.
• Participates in On‑The‑Job‑Training alongside an assigned Mentor.
• Attends related instruction hours through various resource options (i.e., classroom or online).
• Will gain an understanding of, follow and promote all quality policies and guidelines.
• Thoroughly completes all assigned duties.
• Assists with good housekeeping throughout the work location.

What We Value

• Always displays honesty, integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to work well as a team or independently, and with individuals at all levels both within and outside the company.
• Excellent at following instructions and adheres to direction from others.
• Motivated, good follow‑through and finish what you start attitude.
• Amcor Leadership Framework competencies:
  • Interpersonal savvy
  • Learning on the fly
  • Drive for results
  • Organizing
  • Priority setting

What We Want From You

• Requires a minimum of high school diploma or equivalent GED, or enrollment in a school to work program.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates good mathematical knowledge.
• Proficient computer skills using MS Office and email.
• Knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Excellent attendance and participation.

Percentage Breakdown of Role's Responsibilities

• On the Job Learning: 65%
• Related Instruction: 15%
• Computer related work: 10%
• Organizing and housekeeping: 10%

Relationships

• Mentor
• Managers and Supervisors
• Coworkers
• Contractors
• Vendors

ADA Requirements

• Regular attendance
• Frequent interaction with others
• Manufacturing environment
• Working in continuous noise from 70 - 120 dB
• Working with chemicals occasionally
• Working around moving and vibrating equipment
• Standing, walking, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing and reaching on a frequent basis

Additional Training Requirements

• 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 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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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 consult 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.