Plastic Process Technician Nights

Amcor Limited; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-hour day shift

Vacation 2 weeks year 1

Hourly pay up to $38/hr

Attendance bonus $40/wk

Referral bonus

401(k) company match

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Amcor Morgantown PA is seeking personnel to monitor and operate injection molding equipment, handle mold changes, and troubleshoot molding processes to meet quality standards.

The role requires 2-3 years of molding setup experience, strong problem solving, and the ability to train and guide associates. Competitive compensation includes up to $38/hour, a 12-hour day shift, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of injection molding setup experience, robots, manufacturing software and processing systems experience required
• 2-3 years of manufacturing experience
• Problem Solving - Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Gather and analyze information skillfully.
• Written Communication - Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Contribute to building a positive team spirit.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot machine issues, minor hydraulic and electrical problems
• Ability to discern molding issues from machinery or process issues
• Record accurate production data necessary for tracking purposes
• Develop corrective actions for machine/molding issues
• Track downtime, quality performance and machine efficiency
• Train personnel to improve technical capabilities and experience
• Evaluate the quality of product form newly set-up machines
• Monitor production process
• Respond to reported machine/mold issues
• Start-up and shut-down molding machines as necessary
• Follow mold change procedures
• Perform mold changes and color changes in a proficient manner
• Communicate all changes and all important information to the Manager or Supervisor
• Ensure all system performances are optimized and running safely.
• Work with/relieve assembly line operators as needed to meet production requirements
• Follow and enforce all Environment, Health and Safety, ISO, Food Safety and cGMP policies and procedures

Job description

Americas - North America - United States - Morgantown - RPSNA Morgantown PA

Job Description

Summary:

Monitor the production process of multiple injection molding machines. Operate, shut-down, and start-up the mold equipment. Change molds and troubleshoot the injection molding process as necessary to meet quality requirements. Work to reduce scrap and increase molding output with enhanced technical training and development of associates.

Responsibilities:

Troubleshoot machine issues, minor hydraulic and electrical problems

Ability to discern molding issues from machinery or process issues

Record accurate production data necessary for tracking purposes

Develop corrective actions for machine/molding issues

Track downtime, quality performance and machine efficiency

Train personnel to improve technical capabilities and experience

Evaluate the quality of product form newly set-up machines

Monitor production process

Respond to reported machine/mold issues

Start-up and shut-down molding machines as necessary

Follow mold change procedures

Perform mold changes and color changes in a proficient manner

Communicate all changes and all important information to the Manager or Supervisor

Ensure all system performances are optimized and running safely.

Work with/relieve assembly line operators as needed to meet production requirements

Follow and enforce all Environment, Health and Safety, ISO, Food Safety and cGMP policies and procedures

Qualifications:

2-3 years of injection molding setup experience, robots, manufacturing software and processing systems experience required

2-3 years of manufacturing experience

Problem Solving - Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Gather and analyze information skillfully.

Written Communication - Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Contribute to building a positive team spirit.

Judgement - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explain reasoning for decisions; Include appropriate people in decision-making process.

Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.

Professionalism - Approach others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accept responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; Look for ways to improve and promote quality; Apply feedback to improve performance; Monitor own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; Report potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly. Be safety and quality conscience at all times

Adaptability - Adapt to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.

Be mechanically and electrically inclined

12 hour Day shift

2 weeks vacation in the first year

Great Pay up to $38.00/hr, based on experience and skill level

$40/wk. Perfect Attendance Bonus

Referral Bonus

401(k) retirement plan with a company match

Educational reimbursement

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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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

Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)