Processing Technician

Amcor; Pittston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

PTO and holidays

Wellbeing programs

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Amcor is seeking an Injection Molding Technician to join our production team in the United States. You will operate molding machines, troubleshoot issues, log production data, and ensure quality while maintaining safety and efficiency.

We value problem solving, teamwork, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. This role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and adhering to Amcor's EHS and cGMP policies.

Qualifications

• Problem solving skills to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Written communication to read and interpret information.
• Teamwork to contribute to a positive team spirit.

Responsibilities

• Exemplifies Amcor behaviors and values while representing Amcor.
• Operate molding machines and assist maintenance to keep equipment in top order.
• Record production data for tracking and quality purposes.
• Develop corrective actions for machine/molding issues.
• Monitor production process and downtime, quality, and efficiency.
• Train personnel to improve technical capabilities.
• Ensure safety and cGMP policies are followed.

Skills

Problem Solving

Written Communication

Teamwork

Judgement

Planning/Organizing

Professionalism

Quality

Quantity

Safety and Security

Adaptability

Attendance/Punctuality

Dependability

Innovation

Be mechanically inclined

Injection molding knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Prior plastic injection molding experience

Technical understanding of injection-molding processes

Tools

Injection molding machines

Robots

Manufacturing software

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 processing technicians and maintenance personnel as needed to keep all equipment in top working order resulting in only quality product being released to the customer.
• Various other duties as assigned.
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues
• 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 products form newly set-up machines
• Monitor production process
• Respond to reported machine/mold issues
• Start-up and shut-down molding machines as necessary
• Perform material 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

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 processing technicians and maintenance personnel as needed to keep all equipment in top working order resulting in only quality product being released to the customer.
• Various other duties as assigned.
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues
• 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 products form newly set-up machines
• Monitor production process
• Respond to reported machine/mold issues
• Start-up and shut-down molding machines as necessary
• Perform material 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

• 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.
• Bonus to be familiar with operation and set-up of Injection Molding machines, robots, manufacturing software and processing systems
• Be mechanically inclined

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.

I have read and understand the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. I agree to perform them to the best of my ability, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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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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
• 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)