Machine Assistant

Amcor•Appleton, WI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Assistant supports production of food packaging at Amcor’s Appleton facility. The role assists with machine operations and contributes to a team focused on safety, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. The schedule is a 12-hour night shift on a 2-2-3 rotation, with three-day weekends every other weekend. The position involves reading production order specifications, completing paperwork, performing quality checks, entering data into computer systems, and maintaining facility cleanliness. Employees may cross-train in departments and on machines as needed.

Requirements

Willingness to learn and grow in the role.
Passion for safety, quality, and a high-performing culture.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts while walking, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally 100 pounds.
Ability to perform visual inspections using measurement devices and identify and distinguish colors.

Nice To Haves

Prior manufacturing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prioritize safety and act as a safety leader in all responsibilities.
Read and understand production order specifications and scheduled customer order requirements.
Complete required paperwork.
Perform quality assurance checks and flag defective material.
Enter accurate data into computer systems and use Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Keep the facility clean by following a 5S schedule and participate in related initiatives.
Cross-train in departments and on machines as needed.

Benefits

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.
401(k)/retirement savings plan with company match, described as matching up to 8%.
Tuition reimbursement, subject to approval.
Wellbeing programs and an 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.
Discretionary bonus program; initial eligibility depends on hire date.