Process Technician

Amcor LLC; Kentucky; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Discretionary bonus program

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Amcor is seeking a skilled Process Technician to join our manufacturing team. The role involves setting up injection-molding machines, changing materials and colors to align with production schedules, and monitoring startup and quality to ensure efficient operations.

You will respond to QA findings and alarms, coordinate with QA and Maintenance on malfunctions, and maintain safe working conditions on the production floor.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior plastic injection molding experience is highly preferred.
• Possess or obtain a technical understanding of injection-molding processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines for operation and change material and color to meet production schedules.
• Monitor startup and quality; adjust machines to maintain efficiency and quality.
• Respond to QA and alarms; coordinate with QA and Maintenance on malfunctions.
• Inspect scrap and record scrap numbers; assist with relief breaks and material handling.
• Enter production information and ensure smooth shift transitions; follow Lockout/Tagout procedures.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Injection molding processes

Job description

Job Description Exemplifies 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 and monitor quality at start up. Make appropriate adjustments to machines to maintain efficient production levels and document appropriately. Respond to Quality Assurance Techs by adjusting machines to maintain appropriate sizes and standards.

Review production schedules and ensure machines are running production to meet customer demands. Respond to alarms and/or requests for assistance to correct machine malfunctions and/or Operator 1 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 Operator 1 job to assist with relief breaks. Assist with Material Handling as needed. Maintain a safe working environment. Responsible for ensuring quality and housekeeping standards are maintained.

Complete Process Tech Line Assignment for 12 Hours Sheet (FLKY FCD-00448) every shift. Enter production information into Factbird. Review scrap on assigned machines and report to management. Ensure a smooth transition between shifts. Various other duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL, SKILL, & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or equivalent. Prior plastic injection molding experience is highly preferred. 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, Hearing Protection and Disposable Mask. 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 exposed to fumes, or airborne particles. Frequently works near moving mechanical parts. Good communication skills--verbal and written; must effectively communicate with employees, vendors, and customers. 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.

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 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.

To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com

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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Benefits 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
• 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 Amcor is committed to providing a secure and reliable experience for all job seekers.