Extrusion Assistant

Amcor Flexibles, LLC; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 29,504 - 42,020; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) match up to 8%

Paid time off and holidays

Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

Amcor Flexibles, LLC in Oshkosh, Wisconsin is hiring an Extrusion Assistant to support the operation of Coater and Blown Film extrusion lines. This role involves machine setup, production runs, and maintaining safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates will have prior manufacturing experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical coverage and a 401(k) match. Apply today to join a company making a global impact.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledgeable in computer applications.
• Strong math, measurement, and reading skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate Coater or Blown Film machines when qualified.
• Maintain resin inventory and manage scrap materials.
• Support safety compliance and report to supervisors.
• Perform routine housekeeping to maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Math and measurement skills

Computer literacy

Job description

Role Overview

Role Overview: Unpack Your Potential. Join Amcor as an Extrusion Assistant and help produce high-quality packaging with global impact. Extrusion Assistants support the operation of Coater and Blown Film extrusion lines. This position assists with machine setup, changeovers, production runs, and shutdowns, ensuring smooth and efficient operations while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

Schedule

• 12-hour shift on a 2-2-3 biweekly schedule rotating from days to nights
• 12-hour shift on a 2-2-3 straight night shift schedule

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $25.96/hour + $1.20/hour night shift premium (when working night shift)
• Overtime: 1.5x pay on Sundays and for hours over 40 per week
• 401(k): Dollar-for-dollar match up to 8%
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one
• Paid time off and holidays
• Growth and development opportunities

What You Will Do

• Safety & Compliance: Act as a safety leader by following all safety procedures and promoting a safety-first culture
• Machine Operation: Operate Coater or Blown Film machines when qualified and as needed to cover absences or vacations. Order and maintain resin box inventory to ensure a steady supply for extrusion lines. Package mill rolls and manage scrap materials efficiently.
• Workplace Organization: Perform routine housekeeping to maintain a clean and organized work environment. Support 5S and Continuous Improvement initiatives, including cross-training and flexible work assignments.
• Team Collaboration: Understand and support product safety requirements. Take on additional duties as assigned by supervisors or management to support team and operational goals.

What We Want From You: Lead the Pack

Preferred qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Knowledgeable and able to understand a computer and programs
• Possess adequate math, measurement, and reading skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Commitment to teamwork, safety, and quality

What We Value

Our Core Values guide us: Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Results, and Outperformance.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Stand for long periods (steel-toed shoes required)
• Perform climbing, crouching, and reaching
• Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Why Amcor?

Be part of a global leader while working in a team-driven environment at our Oshkosh plants. At Amcor, your contributions are recognized, your growth is encouraged, and your work makes a difference. Apply today and unpack your potential with Amcor.

Expectations & Values

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.

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 you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on 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.

We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States. Benefits include a comprehensive package with medical, dental and vision plans, paid time off, company-paid holidays, wellbeing programs, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, life insurance and more.