Production Operator

Amcor; Aurora (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off starting at 40 hours per

Company-paid holidays starting at 8

Retirement Savings Plan with company

Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon

Job summary

Amcor in Aurora, Ohio, is seeking an on‑the‑line production operator to run extrusion equipment, ensure product quality, and follow all SOPs, GMPs, safety and housekeeping standards.

You will perform quality checks, assist with changeovers, maintain accurate production records, and support safe, efficient line operation with attention to material availability. Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds and stand for long shifts.

Qualifications

• Able to lift up to 80 pounds.
• Trained in PVC manufacturing procedures as it relates to the Winder Operator position.
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to properly use a tape measure and calculator.
• Reports maintenance and safety issues to shift supervision.
• Ability to safely operate, maintain and perform minor adjustments on heavy equipment.
• Must be able to stand for 12 hours per shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion equipment to meet production and product requirements.
• Make boxes and wax cores to fulfill work orders on the production line.
• Ensure adequate raw material levels to run the line consistently.
• Conduct quality checks on rolls and packaging per quality procedures.
• Assist with line changeovers, thread‑ups, and setup tasks as directed.
• Record production data accurately on work order paperwork.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and PPE compliance.

Skills

Heavy lifting

PVC manufacturing

Reading instructions

Tape measure use

Calculator use

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Stand 12 hours

Job description

Job Summary: Responsible for operation of extrusion equipment; including product quality, following all SOCs, winder flips, box making, core and resin supply constancy. Must comply with all safety, quality, GMPs, productivity and cleanliness standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible meeting production and product requirements in accordance with the scheduled work order(s).
• Makes boxes and waxes cores to be used to fulfill work order requirements on production line.
• Ensure adequate raw material (compound) levels are available to consistently run line.
• Performs first piece, periodic and finished roll quality checks such as roll weight, width, footage, stretch, core length, packaging and other quality inspections in accordance with Quality Line Report.
• When applicable, and directed by work order, complete quality check on every roll.
• Assists Production Techs in making changeovers, line thread‑up, screen changes and other set‑up tasks needed to get production lines in operation.
• Responsible for accurately completing and recording production data on work order paperwork.
• Responsible for working safely, cleanly and ethically.
• Follow all plant PPE requirements, safety rules and policies.
• Reports unsafe conditions to supervisor immediately.
• Responsible for maintaining general area housekeeping and recording its completion in the daily cleaning logs.
• Responsible for following all GMPs to assure food product safety.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This job description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified for the purpose of job evaluation. Although certain positions have specific tasks and responsibilities with respect to food safety, the food safety and quality of all products manufactured by Berry Global Industries is the responsibility of every Berry Global employee.

EDUCATION / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds.
• Trained in PVC manufacturing procedures as it relates to the Winder Operator position.
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to properly use a tape measure and calculator.
• Reports maintenance and safety issues to shift supervision.
• Ability to safely operate, maintain and perform minor adjustments on heavy equipment.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Must be able to stand for 12 hours per shift except for authorized breaks.

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)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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.