Automation Lead Setup Tech, Injection Molding

Amcor Limited; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Amcor Limited in Evansville, IN is seeking an Automation Setup Technician to set up automated equipment following mold changes. You will lead the automation setup team, tune equipment after mold changes, and train new employees.

You will remove and install equipment, verify operation before startup, and maintain various molding-related machinery while upholding strict safety and maintenance standards. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, strong organizational skills, forklift

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Willingness to enter the apprenticeship program as openings develop.
• Able to use basic tools (screw drivers, allen wrenches, sockets, etc.).
• Ability to push/pull loads as part of a team.
• Able to work independently and with others.
• Dependable and motivated.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift in high traffic areas.
• Able to climb ladders safely and work overhead or in awkward positions.
• Able to lift 50 pounds; 20 pounds over shoulder height.
• Able to stand/walk for long periods.
• Adequate hearing to recognize warnings and alarms on forklifts.
• Clear verbal communication to contact coworkers via radio/paging.
• Flexibility to stay late or come in early as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up automated equipment after mold changes.
• Lead automation set up team as the first layer of leadership.
• Assist with training of new employees on automation setup.
• Remove, install and set up automation equipment for mold changes.
• Check equipment for proper operation before production startup.
• Maintain and service tape machines, banding equipment, chutes, and covers.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of equipment storage areas and tools.
• Participate in daily department operations and projects.
• Comply with safety, environmental and health requirements.
• Inspect automation equipment daily for part containment and improve as needed.
• Assist with preventive maintenance tasks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Basic mechanical aptitude

Communication

Adaptability

Willingness to apprentice

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Job Description

Purpose: The purpose of the Automation Setup Technician is to set up automated equipment following mold changes.

Responsibilities

• First layer of leadership in automation set up team.
• Tune in all automation equipment after mold changes.
• Key member of automation set up training for new employees.
• Remove, install, and set up automation equipment for mold changes.
• Check equipment for proper operation prior to production startup.
• Clean equipment prior to mold changes.
• Maintain tape machines and banding equipment for molding.
• Maintain chutes and tie bar covers.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment storage areas and functionality of tools in work area.
• Assist with daily department operation/projects as assigned by automation leadership team.
• Maintain and enforce all company safety, environmental and department of health requirements.
• Daily inspection of automation equipment in production for part containment. If necessary, improve part containment.
• Assist with preventive maintenance tasks.

Authorities

• LOTO certified
• Arc Flash certified
• Automation equipment installation
• JDE work order entry
• Review molding memos to ensure automation equipment is set up and available for upcoming mold changes.

Qualifications

• High School diploma / GED equivalent.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Willingness to enter the apprenticeship program as openings develop.
• Able to use basic tools. (screw drivers, allen wrenches, sockets, combination wrenches, hammer, etc.)
• Ability to push/pull loads as part of a team.
• Able to work independently and with others.
• Dependable and motivated
• Ability to safely operate a forklift in high traffic, low clearance areas while not posing a safety risk to others.
• Able to climb ladders safely.
• Able to work overhead or in awkward positions on a frequent basis.
• Ability to work safely on elevated surfaces.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds; 20 pounds over shoulder height.
• Able to stand/walk for long periods of time.
• Hearing sufficient to recognize and respond to verbal warnings, alarms, and horns on forklifts.
• Verbal communication adequate to use a radio and or paging system to contact other co-workers in the other areas of the complex.
• Flexibility to stay over or come in early to meet department objectives.

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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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.

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.

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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)