Machine Operator I-ARP

Amcor • Napoleon, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for operation and proficient understanding of packaging machinery including palletizers, depalletizers, strappers, stretch wrappers, forklifts, and overall flow of production. Operation of production machines involves performing short-cycle, repetitive, and control operations of equipment, while maintaining set patterns of products to attain high-quality output that meets or exceeds customer expectations. Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. We are guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. Supported by a commitment to safety, over 75,000 people generate $23 billion in annualized sales from operations that span over 400 locations in more than 40 countries.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to pass forklift skills test
• Ability to recognize and understand numbers and values and accurate data entry of the information into an on-line database.
• A strong mathematical ability is essential.
• Ability to visually distinguish fine variations in color and other product defects.
• Ability to visually and mentally make priority decisions and independent judgment calls based on the situation at hand.
• Ability to efficiently and effectively use a computer and related software.
• Ability to work all shifts and required overtime.

Nice To Haves

• Some post-secondary education preferred (i.e., Technical or Vocational education;).
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains standard machine operation and accurately records production.
• Communicates production information at shift change.
• Knows and practices safe and proper start-up and shut-down procedures for each machine.
• Performs minor adjustments to machinery to ensure smooth, continued machine operation.
• Has authority to stop machines/production for machine problems or breakdowns, and communicates them to Production Coordinator or Maintenance.
• Inspects product for quality defects.
• Has authority to stop production due to quality issues, including raw materials.
• Maintains housekeeping of all assigned areas. This includes applying Good Manufacturing Practices to meet plant goals.
• Reports daily on Master Cleaning Schedule.
• Forklift operator certified, and performs daily safety and operational checks, and operates forklift in a safe and efficient manner.
• Transports finished product from the production area to warehouse.
• Unloads, moves and stores incoming materials; and checks identification, reports shortages or damaged materials; and arranges material in FIFO order.
• Reports daily production scrap in computer program.
• Actively participates in Quality training and Good Manufacturing Practices to assist in continuous improvement of plant operations.
• Follows all established safety rules, guidelines, and completes safety training as assigned.
• Understands and communicates all hazards and safety issues to co-workers and managers/supervisors.
• Properly uses all personal protective equipment.
• Performs other related duties as directed by the Production Coordinators and/or Management.

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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees