Maintenance Tech I

Amcor Limited; Northern, Matthews (KY, NC); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Amcor Limited is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to sustain production equipment and lead preventative maintenance projects on a 24/7 site. You will document work orders, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, and work with cross-functional teams to minimize downtime and improve plant systems.

The role requires 3–5 years in industrial maintenance, strong knowledge of PLCs, and a solid safety mindset. Candidates must be able to work overtime to support 24/7 operations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in an industrial maintenance field.
• Knowledge of electrical systems including PLCs.
• Ability to read and interpret simple instructions and maintenance reports.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and report hazards; act as safety role model.
• Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and document work orders.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic issues to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production to improve systems.
• Wear PPE and adhere to plant safety requirements.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLC knowledge

Safety awareness

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

OT availability

Job description

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Maintain equipment and participate in preventative maintenance projects

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Follow all Company policies regarding safety, quality and attendance. Perform duties in a safe manner and report all observed safety hazards to management. Act as a role model for Safety on the shift. Participate in safety programs by reporting Unsafe Conditions, Unsafe Acts and Close Calls; enter Near Miss data and Observations into Global Data Center database (GDC)
• Maintains good housekeeping in the shop and on the plant floor
• Work shift coverage with advanced repair skills on all production equipment.
• Responsible for documenting all assigned reports and maintenance work orders (MWO’s) for work performed.
• Work with other maintenance, process and production personnel as necessary or directed in problem solving of equipment and production issues.
• General troubleshooting of all mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and operation issues
• Works with production and maintenance to improve systems and equipment
• Maintains a working knowledge of all plant utilities systems
• Wear proper PPE, personal protective equipment.
• Other tasks as assigned by Management or Supervisor or Lead

EDUCTION AND EXPERIENCE

Experience: In addition to the educational requirements, incumbents must have 3 - 5 years of experience in an industrial maintenance field

Minimum education and years of experience should not be used exclusive of other leveling factors described below.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of and skill in electrical systems including PLC’s
• Knowledge of Lock Out/Tag Out Requirements
• Knowledge of and skill in domestic water systems including chillers
• Knowledge of and skill in fire protection
• Knowledge of and skill in pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Knowledge of and skill in motors and drives
• Knowledge of and skill in air exhaust and supply systems
• Knowledge of and skill in resin handling systems
• Ability to operate a vehicle or powered industrial truck
• Must have a good mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to communicate serious or potential down time issues to managers
• Ability to make practical decisions without appreciable direction or advance preparation
• Ability to work OT as necessary to support a 24/7 site
• Language skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, simple checklists, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively communicate and present information in one-on-one and in small group situations.
• Mathematical skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ration and percent.
• Reasoning skills: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work around moving machinery or electricity requiring a high level of safety awareness. Employee is required to work with various hand tools and must be able to wear appropriate PPE. Employee may be required to lift up to 65 pounds unassisted while performing job duties; push or pull up to 100 pounds. Employee may walk, reach, climb, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, bend or twist up to 66% of the work

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often subjected to changing priorities, time pressures and constraints, and a high level of job related stress. Work is performed in manufacturing operations where the noise level in the work environment is typically loud. Employees are required to use hearing, eye and toe protection. Other PPE may be required when working around moving machinery.

Note: The statements herein describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They do not constitute an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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.

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, please click on 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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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

Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)