Extrusion Operator

Amcor; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day 1

401(k) match

Quarterly bonuses

Paid holidays and vacation

Gym membership

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Amcor Mundelein, a global leader in flexible packaging, is hiring an extrusion operator to set up, operate and troubleshoot extrusion machines to produce quality products for customers.

Shift options include 12‑hour days or nights, with weekends and holidays required. Benefits start day one, up to 8% 401(k) match, and eligibility for quarterly bonuses.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience or machine operation is mandatory (explained in responsibilities).
• Technical knowledge of extrusion is preferred.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read a ruler.

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety rules and regulations.
• Follow work orders and schedules; make decisions within procedures.
• Set or monitor extrusion parameters (pressure, speed, tension, heat).
• Move nip rollers, rewind shafts and razor-cut devices as required.
• Operate equipment to maintain flow of film material; perform forming, cutting, and rewind operations.
• Remove completed work and perform simple tolerance checks.
• Assist with setup, machine repair or maintenance as instructed.
• Detect and report defective material or faulty equipment.
• Set up extrusion lines and die-head changes; monitor line controls.
• Examine products for defects and perform quality testing; maintain records.
• Assist with preventative maintenance of machines and equipment.
• Ensure work is completed to standards and keep area clean.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Reading a ruler

Basic computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Job Description

Come grow with us at Amcor Mundelein! Start your career with a global leader in flexible packaging. Enjoy a safe, clean and temperature‑controlled working environment on a variety of 8 or 12 hour shifts – no rotating shifts. Benefits start day one, up to 8% 401(k) match, and eligible for quarterly bonus.

Benefits

• Advancement opportunities
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with up to 8% company match
• Benefits start day 1
• Quarterly eligibility for bonuses
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Gym membership & tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Paid time off (40 hours per year for full‑time hourly employees)
• Company‑paid holidays, mandatory 8 days per year
• Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, 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)

Shift Schedules Available

2‑2‑3, 12‑hour schedule on days (6:00 AM‑6:00 PM) or nights (6:00 PM‑6:00 AM). Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

Job Overview

In this extrusion operator role, you will set up, operate, and troubleshoot extrusion machines to produce quality products for our customers.

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety rules and regulations.
• Follow work orders, schedules, and make decisions within procedures.
• Obtain work instructions and follow prescribed procedures to set or monitor extrusion parameters such as pressure, speed, tension, heat.
• Move, position nip rollers, rewind shafts, and razor‑cut devices as required; arrange scrap recovery rolls or carts as needed.
• Operate equipment to maintain proper flow of raw and scrap film material; perform forming, cutting, and rewind operations.
• Remove completed work; make simple tolerance and/or measurement checks.
• Assist with complicated setup, machine repair or maintenance duties as instructed.
• Detect and report defective, contaminated material, unusual conditions, or faulty equipment.
• Set up extrusion lines and die‑head changes; monitor all line controls and adjust as needed; check dimensions/quality of product.
• Examine products for defects and perform quality testing; maintain production records.
• Assist with preventative maintenance of machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Ensure work is completed to standards.
• Keep area clean and equipment in good working order.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience or previous machine operating mandatory.
• Technical knowledge of extrusion preferred.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read a ruler.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 40 lbs.
• Stand up to 12 hours per day on rotating day or evening shift, up to 5 days/week.
• Occasional twisting, turning, or bending to move items up to 50 lbs.
• Must be alert to avoid safety hazards.
• Must read/see up to 1/16 of an inch.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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