Extrusion Machine Operator

Amcor Flexibles, LLC; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision,

Disability and life insurance starting

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and development

Day-one benefits

Job summary

Amcor Flexibles, LLC in Batavia, IL, seeks an experienced Extrusion Operator to lead all extrusion lines, including changeovers, start-up, running and shutdown. The role operates on 12‑hour night shifts (7PM – 7AM) in a 4‑3 rotation and emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include running jobs to specification, organizing resin, training teammates, and ensuring proper documentation. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience required.
• Able to understand a computer and programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead all extrusion lines (Blown Film or Coater) including changeovers, start-up, running and shutdown.
• Operate within customer specs, manufacturing specs and SOPs.
• Organize and store resin properly and ensure paperwork is complete.
• Adjust machine settings for each job and minimize downtime with the extrusion team.
• Train and direct the extrusion assistant across required duties.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Role Overview: Unpack Your Potential

Join Amcor asan Extrusion Operatorwhere you willlead all Extrusion lines (Blown Film or Coater lines) including changeovers, machine start-up, running and shutdown.

Schedule:

Shift: 12-hour shifts (7PM - 7AM) on a4-3 Rotation

Compensation & Benefits: Value, Recognized

We rewardgreat workwith:

• Pay:$28.29/hour

• Benefits:Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, disability, and life insurance coverage startingday one

• Paid time off and holidays

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Job Description: Possibility Unpacked

Whatyou'lldo:

• Support operations in becoming World Class in all aspects of the business, beginning with Safety.
• Run all jobs in accordance with customer specification, manufacturing specification, and standard operating procedures.
• Organize, record, and ensure proper storage of resin.
• Adjust machine specifications, pressures, and equipment for each job.
• Ensure all appropriate paperwork is filled out accurately and completely.
• Work with and direct the extrusion assistant and other team mates to minimize job change-over and down time.
• Train and direct the extrusion assistant to become efficient at all the required assistant duties defined in each level of the assistant training matrix on time.
• While also knowing and understanding the role in product safety.
• Comply with all 5S and WCM initiatives (Cross Training, moving to the work)
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor or management

What we want from you: Lead the Pack

Preferred qualifications:

• Previous manufacturing experience
• Knowledgeable and able to understand a computer and programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with others in a team environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50-60 lbs
• Willing and able to stand and walk for a 12 hour shift
• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting
• Frequent use of wrist and hands
• Frequent stepping up and down from platforms
• Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Why Amcor?

Be part of a global leader while working in a supportive, team-driven environment. At Amcor, your contributions are recognized, your growth is encouraged, and your work makes a difference.

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.

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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