Tool Technician

amcor; Kentucky; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Amcor is seeking a Tool Technician to join our maintenance team. The role involves reading blueprints, setting up machine tools, heat treating components, and testing molds to ensure quality products are released to customers.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and 2+ years in industrial maintenance or related training. The position requires lifting up to 100 pounds and strong communication within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required with 2+ years in industrial maintenance or manufacturing or technical training.
• Regularly required to stand for long periods; use hands to manipulate tools and controls; read measurements and follow instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds on occasion and work in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Excellent vision and manual dexterity; strong communication skills with vendors and customers.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints or follow verbal/written instructions for tooling and molding tasks.
• Plan setup and operation of machine shop tools, considering materials, tolerances, and feeds/speeds.
• Heat treat and weld parts as required and test molded parts to meet specs.
• Assemble mold parts and dies; set up and test molds; assist machinists and millwrights when needed.
• Maintain safety and quality while supporting cross-functional teams.”

Skills

Precision measuring

Reading blueprints

Hand tools

Verbal and written communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree / technical institute training

Tools

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Injection molding machines

Hot runner mold systems

Job description

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary duties and responsibilities of the Tool Technician consist of, but are not limited to, the following: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 maintenance personnel and mold technicians as needed to keep all equipment in top working order resulting in only quality product being released to the customer.Reads and interprets blueprints or works from verbal or written instructions, sketches, or from the actual part to be copied or fitted.Plans the setup and operation of various machine shop tools, considering types of material, tolerances, and machine tool feeds and speeds.Heat treats and welds parts as required.Uses precision measuring and gauging tools, performing required inspections before, during, and after machining.Uses hand tools of the trade for modifications as required.Fits and assembles mold parts, tools, and dies. Sets up, runs off, and tests molds to produce a product meeting specification, tracing die difficulties to their source and making any necessary modifications.May assist machinists and millwrights in injection molding press overhaul.May assist product designers by providing information about potential manufacturing difficulties with new product designs.Various other duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL, SKILL, & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or equivalent and 2+ years industrial maintenance, manufacturing, technical school &/or Associates degree from an accredited technical institute or combination education and experience.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.Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 100 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.Independent in working effectively with little supervision; self-starter, displaying ability to work and deliver results in a fast-paced, performance driven environment.Extensive knowledge with electrical, hydraulic and injection molding machines.Familiarity with "hot runner" mold systems is highly preferred.Ability to communicate with designers concerning technical ramifications of designs.Excellent corrected vision to read blueprints and to perform careful inspection of molds and test products.Excellent manual dexterity, muscular control, and a delicate touch to accomplish precision work without damage to valuable molds.

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'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.To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities