Injection Tooling Machinist
Amcor Flexibles, LLC
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Job summary
Amcor in Lawrence, KS is seeking a skilled Machinist for our Tool Room to maintain, repair, and troubleshoot molds and related equipment for production operations.
The role requires a machinist background or apprenticeship with hands-on experience operating lathes, mills, and grinders, plus proficiency with measuring tools. You will collaborate with Maintenance and Molding teams, document work, and uphold safety standards.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Completion of a machinist apprenticeship program or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with machining equipment (lathes, mills, grinders).
- Knowledge of injection mold components and systems.
Responsibilities
- Operate molding presses and assist in opening/closing molds for repair and maintenance.
- Troubleshoot basic molding process issues related to molds.
- Assist in setting, pulling, cleaning, and inspecting molds.
- Perform mold testing (water, air, and electrical) before release from the Tool Room.
- Wire and check all mold heaters.
- Monitor mold efficiencies and support continuous improvement efforts.
- Maintain accurate documentation in Mold Maintenance Files.
- Apply green-tag status to molds that are production-ready.
- Assist with training of new team members.
- Collaborate with other departments as needed.
- Perform routine safety and equipment inspections.
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Job description
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Machinist to join our Tool Room team. This role is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting molds and related equipment to support efficient production operations. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, experience with machining equipment, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Operate molding presses and assist in opening/closing molds for repair and maintenance.
- Troubleshoot basic molding process issues related to molds.
- Assist in setting, pulling, cleaning, and inspecting molds.
- Perform mold testing (water, air, and electrical) before release from the Tool Room.
- Wire and check all mold heaters.
- Monitor mold efficiencies and support continuous improvement efforts.
- Maintain accurate documentation in Mold Maintenance Files, including work performed, dates, and details.
- Use proper procedures for mold cleaning, inspection, and maintenance tracking.
- Apply green-tag status to molds that are production-ready.
- Assist with training of new team members.
- Collaborate with other departments (Maintenance, Molding, Printing, Thermoforming, etc.) as needed.
- Perform routine safety and equipment inspections. Notify supervisors of damaged molds or needed repairs.
- Maintain a clean and organized Tool Room.
- Shut down equipment when necessary to prevent harm to personnel or property.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by Tooling leadership.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Completion of a machinist apprenticeship program or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with machining equipment (lathes, mills, grinders, etc.).
- Knowledge of injection mold components and systems.
- Proficiency with measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges).
- Good mathematical, analytical, and troubleshooting abilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Positive attitude with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Must provide own hand tools.
- Comfortable working around grease, oil and solvents.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Forklift and crane certification required (or ability to obtain).
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and squat for extended periods.
- Ability to distinguish between colors.
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
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.
To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visitwww.amcor.comILinkedInIGlassdoorIFacebook IYouTube
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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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)
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