Machine Operator

Amcor; Cranbury Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Amcor Limited in Cranbury, NJ is seeking a production operator to maintain the efficiency of assigned blow molding machines and meet department goals. This role covers color and resin changes, equipment adjustments, and coordination with Quality Control.

Shift schedule Friday–Tuesday with overnight hours; pay range $25–$28 per hour DOE; requires HS diploma and 1 year experience in blow molding, strong mechanical aptitude, teamwork, and strict safety compliance.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in plastic blow molding or equivalent on the job training.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must work twelve (12) hour shifts with breaks and overtime on short notice.
• Must wear PPE and work around high temperature plastics and moving machinery.

Responsibilities

• Maintain efficiency of assigned machines to meet department and company goals.
• Perform first articles on color and resin changes.
• Coordinate with Quality Control on production activities.
• Utilize production reporting systems to monitor downtime and quality data.
• Make adjustments to bottle operation lines, conveyors, robotics and inspection systems.
• Ensure equipment is kept operational by following maintenance and safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Basic computer literacy

Teamwork

Safety adherence

Education

High School diploma

1 year plastic blow molding experience

Job description

3.0 Responsibilities & Procedure

3.1 To perform the job functions to maintain efficiency of assigned machines in order to meet departmental and company goals.

Job Description

Schedule: Friday-Tuesday

Fri & Sat 11:45pm-8:15am

Sun & Tue 11:45pm-8:30am

Mon- 8pm--8:15am

Salary: $25-$28 DOE

3.0 Responsibilities & Procedure

3.1 To perform the job functions to maintain efficiency of assigned machines in order to meet departmental and company goals.

3.2 . To perform first articles on color and resin changes.

3.3 To coordinate with Quality Control department on production activities, such as held ware, isolation procedures, etc.

3.4 To utilize the MATTEC production reporting system to control and improve the process. For example: production reporting downtime reports, SPC, SQC, etc.

3.5 To make adjustments and maintain the bottle operation of the conveying, flaming, robotic and inspection systems on any IBM machine.

3.6 Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and following manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures.

3.7 Continuously improves the efficiency of the IBM production department by improving existing processes.

3.8 Works with the supervisor in directing activities of utilities and packers assigned to the group leader.

3.9 Responsible for the complete ownership of assigned machines and lines.

3.10 Contributes to the team effort.

3.11 Supports and adheres to all Berry safety policies.

3.12 Follows and supports all Berry GMP’s.

3.13 Other duties as assigned

4.0 Qualifications

4.1 Skills

• 4.1.1 Must be able to remember department and company policies and procedures, and recall multiple operations.
• 4.1.2 Must be able to analyze and prioritize projects, and have the ability to respond to instructions, and follow through in an independent manner.
• 4.1.3 Must have the interpersonal skills with the ability to deal positively with others in a team environment
• 4.1.4 Ability to gather information quickly, communicates to others, and reacts in a timely manner.
• 4.1.5 Able to respond in emergency situations with a cool head, and be able to direct to the appropriate person.
• 4.1.6 Must be able to maintain focus on multiple duties, prioritize, and adjust schedule as necessary.
• 4.1.7 Must maintain ownership of responsibilities in the department and support the quality system process.
• 4.1.8 Must have a general mechanical ability.
• 4.1.9 Must be able to speak, write, and read effectively.
• 4.1.10 Basic comprehension skills at a normal business level.
• 4.1.11 Must possess good verbal and written communication skills
• 4.1.12 Must have a basic understanding on how to use a computer.
• 4.1.13 Must Have Required Tools To Perform Job Functions.

4.2 Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• 4.2.1 One (1) year of experience in plastic blow molding or equivalent on the job training.
• 4.2.2 High School diploma or equivalent.

4.3 Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• 4.3.1 Must be able to work twelve (12) hours per day with three 15-minute breaks and one (1) 30-minute lunch. Must be able to work overtime on very short notice.
• 4.3.2 Must be able to work safely in the vicinity of open flames, hot plastic, oil and metal (at approximately 350-380 degrees). There is possible exposure to dust and odors from various substances such as oil, molten plastics, degreasers and cleaning solvents.
• 4.3.3 Noise level is usually 90dB and above and requires ear protection.
• 4.3.4 Must be able to work around sharp edges of machinery and moving machine components.
• 4.3.5 Must wear the following personal protective equipment: rubber soled/ steel toed shoes, ear plugs, safety glasses, hard hat, gloves and forearm sleeves.
• 4.3.6 Will be required to lift on an occasional basis anywhere from 10-50 lbs. Must be able to carry approximately 50 lbs. for a distance of 100 ft twice a day on the average. Must be able to push/pull a 1000 lb. mold into position on a machine table.
• 4.3.7 Must be able to stand on average 10 hours a day.
• 4.3.8 Must be able to detect visual defects in a bottle. Must be able to clearly distinguish shades in color.
• 4.3.9 Must be able to hear and recognize various sounds such as emergency machine shutdown alarms.
• 4.3.10 Bending and twisting at a 90 ° angle will be required about 50% of the day.
• 4.3.11 Must be able to read and understand all work procedures and instructions.

5.0 Organization Relationship

5.1 Reports to the Production Supervisor

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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Benefits

• 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)