Machine Operator - Nights - 6:45pm - 7am

Amcor LLC; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Retirement plan

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Amcor is seeking an Extrusion Machine Operator to operate and monitor extrusion equipment, ensuring high-quality film production while complying with safety standards. You will work with a team, maintain accurate production records, and support continuous improvement efforts on a 12‑hour shift in a high-noise, 24/7 environment.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in extrusion or similar manufacturing, a HS diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Full operational knowledge of department equipment and ability to start, set up, operate, and adjust it.
• Clean attendance record with no recent disciplinary actions.
• Willingness to work overtime, holidays, weekends, or 12‑hour shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders and verify equipment, personnel, materials meet specs.
• Assist with equipment set-up for extrusion processes (extruder, die, tower).
• Operate inline bag machines, winders, and other film equipment as directed.
• Inspect finished film and take corrective actions for substandard product.
• Train team members on procedures, safety, and quality standards.
• Maintain documentation of output, downtime, and quality checks.
• Coordinate with maintenance and quality teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area and follow PPE requirements.

Skills

Extrusion equipment operation

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Documentation of production data

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Reading specs

Job description

Job Description

The Extrusion Machine Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring extrusion equipment to ensure efficient production of high-quality products in compliance with safety and quality standards. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to established procedures, and collaboration with team members to meet production goals. The position reports to the Plant Manager, Production Manager, or Production Supervisor and is classified as an hourly role.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews work orders and specifications to verify that the correct equipment, properly trained personnel, packaging supplies, and raw materials are available to produce products that meet customer requirements.
• Assists with equipment set-up under the direction of the Lead Operator or designated personnel. Set-ups may include, but are not limited to, the following production equipment: Extruder, die, and tower to establish film dimensions and thickness.
• Treater stations to prepare film surfaces.
• In-line bag machines to set film dimensions and characteristics.
• Winders to control film dimensions and characteristics.
• Post gusseter to set film dimensions.
• Folder to configure film dimensions.
• In-line press for printed film.
• Separator to separate film.
• Periodically inspects finished film on production lines and takes immediate corrective action to address any substandard product.
• Assists in training team members on proper operating procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards under the direction of the Lead Operator.
• Verify materials and supplies are available and meet specifications before production begins.
• Ensure accurate documentation of production data, including output, downtime, and quality checks.
• Coordinate with maintenance and quality teams to resolve equipment or product issues promptly.
• Train new operators on machine operation, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety and housekeeping standards.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for success in this role. The individual must have full operational knowledge of all equipment within the department, including the ability to start, set up, operate, and adjust such equipment. A clean attendance record and no disciplinary actions within the past twelve (12) months are required. Additionally, the individual must be willing and able to work outside their scheduled shift as needed to meet production demands.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in extrusion production or similar operations.

Communication and Leadership

• Strong communication skills and ability to lead and train team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Language & Communication

• Must be fluent in English with strong communication and interpersonal skills; bilingual ability is a plus.

Cognitive & Problem-Solving Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to resolve problems involving several concrete variables.

Work Schedule & Flexibility

• Ability to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and 12-hour shifts (day or night) as needed.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, kneel, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and crawl for extended periods multiple times per day.
• Manual dexterity involving wrist action, twisting, pulling, and raising arms at or above shoulder height.
• Ability to work in warm, humid, and cool climates for extended periods.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses/goggles, hearing protection, steel-toe shoes/boots, face shield, gloves, and face mask.
• Frequently lifts and packages rolls or boxes of flexible packaging from production machines, weighing between 15-100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

Working conditions

This position is performed in a high-noise production environment with variable temperatures, including potentially hot conditions, and supports a 24/7 continuous operation with 12-hour shifts. All employees are required to adhere to established safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

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. To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube

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, see 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.

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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)

About Amcor

Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. We are guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. Supported by a commitment to safety, over 75,000 people generate $23 billion in annualized sales from operations that span over 400 locations in more than 40 countries. NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC www.amcor.com|LinkedIn|YouTube Amcor is committed to providing a secure and reliable experience for all job seekers.