Machine Operator II

Amcor•Nicholasville, KY

About The Position

The Machine Operator II safely and effectively operates one-step equipment, including Nissei and related machinery, to meet production requirements and produce high-quality products in accordance with customer specifications. The role involves monitoring and adjusting equipment, completing quality checks, troubleshooting and communicating operational issues, maintaining production and equipment records, and supporting packaging and preventive maintenance activities. The operator also follows work instructions, Good Manufacturing Practices, safety requirements, and proper PPE procedures while maintaining a clean and safe work area.

Requirements

Ability to safely and effectively operate one-step equipment, including Nissei and related machinery.
Ability to recognize visual quality defects and make necessary adjustments.
Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and communicate them accurately and in a timely manner.
Ability to use required equipment to move materials, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
Ability to follow work instructions, Good Manufacturing Practices, safety rules, and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

Keep assigned machines running and producing quality products, including Nissei and related machines.
Monitor product quality, identify visual defects, make adjustments to correct problems, and alert appropriate personnel to quality issues.
Use Customer Profile information to ensure finished products meet specifications.
Complete required quality checks every hour on all products in production, on time and every shift.
Troubleshoot problems and communicate machinery and equipment issues accurately and promptly to supervisors or maintenance personnel.
Perform cycle time checks as required and maintain machine setup sheets.
Maintain process, maintenance, and machine reference logs and books.
Record daily production numbers and enter information into SAP; process production tickets and make corrections as required.
Use the Levels Program to develop technical skills and knowledge and cross-train on Nissei machines and related equipment.
Complete a daily activity log and record and maintain equipment downtime information.
Make boxes in accordance with production requirements.
Oversee packers in the area and ensure they perform required packaging quality checks.
Move materials using appropriate equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
Assist personnel with preventive maintenance activities.
Communicate relevant information to incoming shift personnel, supervision, maintenance, and other personnel to support optimum operations.
Maintain a safe and clean work area in accordance with company standards.
Follow work instructions and job duties to produce quality products efficiently.
Follow documented Good Manufacturing Practices.
Follow safety rules and guidelines, communicate hazards and safety issues to appropriate personnel, and properly use required PPE.
Perform other related assignments as directed by supervision.

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, subject to approval
Discretionary bonus program, with initial eligibility dependent upon hire date