Machine and Process Operator

Amcor•Remote/Home Missouri, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This onsite position in Truesdale, Missouri is responsible for operating and understanding Sidel blow mold machinery. The Blow Mold Operator operates the machines efficiently, effectively, and safely, while ensuring that finished products meet quality specifications and customer expectations and that production volumes are achieved. The operator maintains production objectives, follows schedules, starts up and shuts down machinery, monitors production processes and supporting equipment, identifies bottle defects, and adjusts processes as needed. The role also includes recording production and scrap data, completing documentation, communicating equipment issues, troubleshooting, and maintaining housekeeping and company GMP, HACCP, product safety, and safety requirements. The operator may perform other duties as plant and production needs require. Amcor describes its purpose as providing innovative and responsible packaging solutions that benefit customers, people, and the planet. The company identifies safety as its guiding principle and emphasizes customer success, adaptability, responsible decision-making, and employee development. Amcor is an equal opportunity employer and verifies the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired in the United States.

Requirements

Prior blow molding and processing experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read, write, and understand English.
Ability to recognize and understand numbers and values and accurately enter information into an online database.
Ability to visually distinguish fine variations in color and other visual defects.
Proficient hand-eye coordination to operate equipment.
Ability to make priority decisions and independent judgment calls based on the situation.
Ability to efficiently and effectively use a computer and related software.
Ability to work all shifts and required overtime.

Nice To Haves

Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain standard production objectives through proper machine operation and accurate production records; communicate production information.
Follow production schedules.
Start up and shut down blow mold machines.
Operate and maintain blow mold machines and supporting equipment during startup and production.
Visually identify bottle quality defects and correct production processes as needed to meet quality specifications.
Report daily production scrap in the computer system.
Troubleshoot production or equipment issues and promptly communicate machinery or equipment problems to the Maintenance Technician and team.
Follow and maintain company GMP, HACCP, and product safety standards, and complete housekeeping requirements in work areas.
Complete required documentation accurately and on time.
Use the company computer system to enter preform consumption, quality test results, and scrap processing information.
Follow safety rules and machine-operation requirements, including PPE, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and use of safety equipment; communicate hazards and safety issues to coworkers and supervisors.
Perform other related duties as directed by the Production Supervisor and other duties or position changes as plant and production needs require.

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; 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.
Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
Tuition reimbursement, dependent upon approval.
Discretionary bonus program, with initial eligibility dependent upon hire date.