Apprentice Quality Technician

Amcor; Lewisburg (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Amcor is seeking an Apprentice Quality Technician to support production with routine quality testing and audits. You will learn standard procedures, document results, and communicate findings to the Quality Technician or Supervisor while promoting Amcor’s safety culture on the plant floor in Lewisburg, TN.

The role emphasizes learning, accuracy in testing, data entry, and teamwork to help maintain product quality and prepare for increased responsibilities within the quality function.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English effectively.
• Basic computer skills including Excel and Word.
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and instructions.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• 0–1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quality testing including break/hole testing using Cognex camera systems under guidance.
• Conduct cling testing with proper sample preparation following standard procedures.
• Assist in running ultimate stretch testing and recording key performance data.
• Enter test data into computer databases accurately.
• Communicate test results and report non-conformities to the Quality Technician or Supervisor.
• Support production teams by providing timely and accurate test results.
• Maintain a clean and organized lab environment.

Skills

Quality testing

Data entry

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Cognex camera systems

Excel

Word

Job description

Role Overview

The Apprentice Quality Technician supports production by performing routine quality testing and audits to ensure products meet established specifications. This role focuses on learning and executing standard testing procedures, accurately documenting results, and communicating findings to the Quality Technician or Supervisor. The apprentice contributes to maintaining product quality while developing the skills needed for increased responsibility within the quality function.

Job Description

Role Overview

The Apprentice Quality Technician supports production by performing routine quality testing and audits to ensure products meet established specifications. This role focuses on learning and executing standard testing procedures, accurately documenting results, and communicating findings to the Quality Technician or Supervisor. The apprentice contributes to maintaining product quality while developing the skills needed for increased responsibility within the quality function.

Your Role in Unpacking Possibilities

• Perform routine quality testing including break/hole testing using Cognex camera systems under guidance
• Conduct cling testing with proper sample preparation following standard procedures
• Assist in running ultimate stretch testing and recording key performance data
• Perform basic QA testing such as haze, transmission, and coefficient of friction (COF) as directed
• Complete scheduled quality audits across production lines using established checklists
• Accurately enter all test data into computer databases
• Assist in preparing QC and process records for the previous 24 hours
• Communicate test results and immediately report non-conformities to the Quality Technician or Supervisor
• Support production teams by providing timely and accurate test results
• Escalate quality concerns and potential scrap risks to appropriate personnel
• Maintain a clean and organized lab environment
• Follow direction from Quality Technicians and leadership during shift activities
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Actively puts safety first in all responsibilities promoting Amcor’s safety culture

What We Value

• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and accuracy in testing and documentation
• Reliability and a proactive attitude

What We Want From You

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English effectively
• Basic computer skills including Excel and Word
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and instructions
• Strong organizational and documentation skillsAbility to work rotating shifts
• 0–1 year of relevant experience preferred

Percentage Breakdown Of Role’s Responsibilities

• Quality testing execution – 45%
• Data entry and documentation – 25%
• Production support and communication – 15%
• Audits and compliance checks – 10%
• Lab maintenance and organization – 5%

Relationships

• Quality Technicians
• Production Operators
• Production Supervisors
• Quality Control Team
• QC & Technical Manager

Work Environment

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements

• 50% office environment
• 50% plant/manufacturing floor

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move between production lines and testing areas (75–100%)
• Ability to lift up to 65 lbs (25–49%)
• Ability to read in English (75–100%)
• Ability to hear alarms and communicate effectively (75–100%)
• Ability to climb, stoop, and kneel (25–49%)
• Manual dexterity for handling materials and writing (25–49%)

Working Conditions

• Exposure to high noise levels
• Work near high-speed machinery and temperatures up to 550°F
• Exposure to forklift fumes and occasional smoke from production equipment
• Use of tools including knives

Our Expectations

We Expect Our People To Be Guided By The Amcor Way And Demonstrate Our Values Every Day To Enable The Business To Win. We Are Winning When

• 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

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

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.

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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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• 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)