Mold Technician

Amcor; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off starting at 40 hours per year

Tuition Reimbursement

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Amcor is seeking a skilled individual in Oklahoma City to oversee molding machine operations. This role includes responsibility for efficiency and quality, along with maintaining a safe workplace. Candidates should have prior experience in plastic injection molding and excellent communication skills.

The position requires the ability to lift heavy items, work with minimal supervision, and ensure quality standards are upheld. A High School Diploma is essential.

Qualifications

• Prior plastic injection molding experience is highly preferred.
• Good communication skills—verbal and written.
• Ability to work as a cross‑functional team member.

Responsibilities

• Set up and oversee molding machine operation.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Make appropriate adjustments to machines to maintain efficient production levels.

Skills

Plastic injection molding experience

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Hand-eye coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

It is the responsibility of this role to set up and oversee molding machine operation to ensure efficiency and quality, and occasionally serve as backup in the absence of a Shift Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Exemplify the Amcor Behaviors and Values at all times. Leads by example and exhibits professionalism in all areas when representing Amcor inside and outside of the plant.
• Work in a professional manner with other mold technicians and maintenance personnel as needed to keep all equipment in top working order resulting in only quality product being released to the customer.
• Set up machines for operation, change material and color to meet production schedules.
• Must have a technical understanding of process and raw materials used.
• Keep supervisor/management informed of all problems.
• Startup machines in a timely manner and monitor quality at startup.
• Complete line clearance documentation and procedure after completion of each job.
• Make appropriate adjustments to machines to maintain efficient production levels and document appropriately.
• Perform mold repairs, insert changes, and preventative maintenance as required.
• Respond to Quality Assurance Techs by adjusting machines to maintain appropriate sizes and standards.
• Oversee proper packaging procedures.
• Review production schedules and ensure machines are running production to meet customer demands.
• Respond promptly to alarms and/or requests for assistance to correct machine malfunctions and/or Packer/Handler problems.
• Use proper Lockout/tagout procedures.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance and Maintenance Departments concerning machine operations and malfunctions.
• Inspect scrap to prevent any usable product from being ground and record scrap numbers.
• Ability to effectively perform the Packer/Handler job to assist with relief breaks.
• Assist with Material Handling as needed.
• Keep the floor stocked with materials required for production (fitments/handles/labels/tape, etc.).
• Responsible for ensuring quality and housekeeping standards are maintained.
• Ensure a smooth transition between shifts.
• Various other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior plastic injection molding experience is highly preferred.
• Ability to work weekends and overtime as needed.
• Possess or obtain a technical understanding of injection‑molding processes and procedures.
• Regularly required to stand for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Good hand‑eye coordination is required.
• Frequently required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequent exposure to production floor; required use of PPE including but not limited to: Bump Cap, Safety Eyewear or Prescription Safety Eyewear, Safety Shoes, Hair/beard nets, and Hearing Protection.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include distance, peripheral, and depth perception.
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.
• Good communication skills—verbal and written.
• Independent in working effectively with little supervision; self‑starter, displaying ability to work and deliver results in a fast‑paced, performance‑driven environment.
• Good attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work as a cross‑functional team member.

Equal Opportunity

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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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
• Well‑being 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)