Press Assistant Operator

amcor; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Amcor is seeking a Press Helper/Assistant to set up and prepare materials as specified on work orders. The role requires following safety policies, maintaining good attendance and communication, and collaborating closely with the Press Operator in the production process.

The position involves supporting the finishing and press operations, stocking supplies, and learning quality and production standards while growing within a team environment at AF-S Shelbyville.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills and ability to read and follow instructions.
• Willingness to flex hours for multi‑shift operation.
• Ability to understand and apply safety, quality and production standards.
• Basic measurement, math, reading and writing skills.
• Prioritize safety in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare materials per work order.
• Follow safety and work procedures; maintain good attendance and attitude.
• Assist Press Operator with set ups, paperwork and operation of equipment.
• Label, palletize finished rolls and stock operating supplies.
• Support continuous improvement and positive teamwork.

Skills

Computer basics

Flexible hours

Focus on task

Basic math

Reading & writing

Safety standards

Standing for long shifts

Lifting 50 lbs

Forklift operation

Safety prioritized

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

1. Job Overview

As Press Helper/Assistant, you will be responsible for setting up and preparing of materials that are specified on the work order. You will also be required to follow and write policy for safety and work procedures. Communication, good attitude, and good attendance are also required. As a Press Helper/Assistant you will work hand and hand with the Operator in the production process.

2. Job Dimensions

• Support Operations in the Press Department
• Part of the AF-Shelbyville Operations Team
• No direct reports

3. Principal Accountabilities

• To be aware of, adhere to and help to improve all safety standards and procedures at AF-Shelbyville
• To be aware of, adhere to and help to improve all quality standards and procedures at AF-Shelbyville
• To be aware of, adhere to and help to improve all production standards and procedures at AF-Shelbyville
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills
• Learn and apply understanding of current operating standards and practices. Willingly learns and applies new standards and practices
• Willing to learn and apply new skills
• Able to understand and make accurate measurements. Has a basic, high school-level math skill.
• Able to read, comprehend and follow verbal or written instructions in English
• Has basic computer skills
• Understands and completes all paperwork related to operations
• Labels and palletizes finished rolls
• Will acquire and stock all necessary operating supplies and materials for the Finishing equipment
• Will assist Press Operator with set ups, paperwork and operation of equipment
• Will learn and apply knowledge of Quality standards and procedures. Will learn to identify quality defects
• Will learn and apply knowledge of Work Order specifications
• Assists with the take down and set up of jobs
• Cleans cylinders, washes up decks, and sumps
• Refills and maintains ink supply, and testing ink viscosity
• Responsible for all press material at machine, film, inks
• Completes tasks and helps pharmaceutical quality product in a timely manner
• Participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Works with co-workers and management in a positive and constructive manner
• Cover for Operator when needed (cross train)
• Other duties and responsibilities as required

4. Major challenges & complexities

Managing time and effort to safely meet the demands for quality product

Working with co-workers in their own and other departments to make our company successful

5. Relationships

Internal

• AFS- Press Team
• AFA Management Team
• Site Co-workers

External

• Other Amcor Facilities
• Customers

6. Qualifications/Requirements

6.1 Formal Qualifications and Experience

Knowledge and Experience

• 1 year working in a manufacturing environment preferred

Education and Certifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

6.2 Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Behaviours

Job Specific skills and abilities

• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to flex hours in order to support multi-shift operation
• Ability to stay on task and follow instruction
• Basic measurement, math, communication, reading and writing skills
• Ability to understand and apply all Amcor safety, quality and production standards
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift continuously for up to 12 hours
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs without assistance
• Ability and willingness to drive forklift
• Must prioritize safety, above all else

6.3 Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear.
• Frequent use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision and depth perception.

6.4 Work Environment

The work environment involves moderate risks or discomforts requiring special safety precautions that are normally encountered when working around moving machines in production facilities.

Protective clothing or gear such as hearing protection, safety glasses or goggles, gloves, bump cap and safety shoes are required.

The employee will occasionally be exposed to solvent fumes and flammable liquids. Working with these chemicals possess a risk of fire or explosion from an ignition source, therefore Static Dissipating (SD or ESD) safety shoes are required.

The employee will be required to work near fast moving equipment with nip points and rollers that require caution.

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