Bowling Green KY Hiring Event 11/4

Amcor•Bowling Green, KY

3d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

Amcor is hiring an Assistant Machine Operator to support production of high-quality packaging. The role contributes to safety, product quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Work may support extrusion or press operations, including preparing and handling materials, setting up and monitoring equipment, completing production paperwork, maintaining housekeeping standards, and supporting efficient job changes and production runs. The schedule is a 2-2-3 rotation with 12-hour shifts. Night shifts run from 6:45 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.; day shifts run from 6:45 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Starting pay is $17.00 per hour and up, with a $1.50 per-hour night shift premium. Amcor describes itself as a global packaging company whose products support access to food, medicine, and other goods. The company emphasizes safety, customer service, innovation, employee development, and responsible packaging.

Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50–60 pounds.
Ability and willingness to stand and walk for a 12-hour shift.
Ability to frequently reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and twist.
Frequent use of wrists and hands.
Ability to frequently step up and down from platforms.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing experience.
Knowledge of and ability to understand computers and programs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with others in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Support operations in achieving high standards across the business, beginning with safety.
Run jobs according to customer and manufacturing specifications and standard operating procedures.
Organize, record, and ensure proper storage of resin.
Adjust machine specifications, pressures, and equipment for each job.
Complete all required paperwork accurately and fully.
Work with and direct extrusion assistants and teammates to minimize job changeover time and downtime.
Train and direct extrusion assistants to complete the duties in the assistant training matrix on schedule.
Understand and carry out responsibilities related to product safety.
Comply with 5S and World Class Manufacturing initiatives, including cross-training and moving to the work.
Prepare inks, substrates, plates, cylinders, gears, and other materials for scheduled press jobs.
Assist the Press Operator in monitoring product quality.
Perform make-readies and participate in press operation, with the ability to operate the press if needed.
Order, charge, and return raw materials to jobs as needed.
Complete daily paperwork and 5S/housekeeping logs.
Follow company policies and procedures.
Remove and identify scrap, except flying splices, before master rolls are moved to the WIP area.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor or management.

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 7%.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees; amount may vary by location.
Company-paid holidays, starting at 8 days per year; amount may vary by location.
Wellbeing programs and Employee Assistance Program.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and voluntary benefits.
Paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement, subject to approval.
Discretionary bonus program, with initial eligibility dependent on hire date.
Growth and development opportunities.