Machine Operator - Downstream

Amcor•Nicholasville, KY

About The Position

The Machine Operator I: Downstream Operator safely and effectively operates downstream equipment to meet production requirements and ensure efficient operations and high-quality finished products. Equipment includes boxmakers, palletizers, robots, casepacking cells, casecreasers, strapping equipment, and related machinery. The operator troubleshoots problems, clears jams, and communicates with coworkers to maintain production flow and respond to production schedule changes. The role includes performing changeovers and machine adjustments; conducting, documenting, and responding to hourly quality checks; containing, quarantining, and escalating defects; monitoring materials and production counts; and coordinating timely raw-material supply. The operator also performs directed preventive maintenance assignments, enters work orders in FMS, and develops equipment skills through the Downstream Levels Program, including cross-training on at least three of five equipment sets. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to learn downstream machinery and production systems, effective communication and teamwork, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The operator must be able to work a 12-hour shift schedule and demonstrate flexibility for business needs and coverage. Physical duties include standing and walking throughout the production shift, occasionally lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, and occasionally squatting, bending, kneeling, and reaching. The role reports directly to the shift Production Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but is not listed as a requirement.
Good written and verbal communication skills; ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Ability to learn and successfully use the SAP Mii system for production needs.
Ability to quickly learn downstream equipment operations and troubleshoot equipment problems.
Ability to complete the company’s levels program as specified.
Attention to detail and production flow, and ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced, high-quality manufacturing environment.
Ability to interpret and carry out instructions, including Work Instructions, the Master Process Book, and SOPs.
Ability to work a 12-hour shift schedule and demonstrate schedule flexibility as business needs require, including coverage for vacations and other absences.
Ability to stand and walk on the production floor for the length of the production shift; occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds; and occasionally squat, bend, kneel, and reach.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and clean work area in accordance with company standards and follow Good Manufacturing Practices, safety rules, and training requirements; identify and communicate hazards and use required personal protective equipment.
Safely operate a walk reach truck according to standard procedures, including loading raw materials.
Operate downstream equipment, including boxmakers, robots, casepacking cells, casecreasers, Seetech robot stacking cells, MSK and tumble-pack stations, bulk palletizers, and strapping equipment.
Load knockdown boxes and dividers into boxmaker magazines and set up containers and ticketing for tumble-pack stations.
Perform equipment changeovers and make adjustments to accommodate product changes according to the production schedule.
Conduct hourly quality checks on containers, cartons, palletizing patterns, and materials as applicable; confirm and document results and counts.
Work with appropriate resources to contain defects, quarantine and escalate quality issues, and conduct bottle inspections after packaging.
Count and record corrugated scrap, produce production-related tickets, and work with the team to reduce scrap and resolve HFI issues.
Use computer systems for production needs, including printing production schedules and producing scrap and finished-goods tickets.
Communicate with line drivers at product changes and communicate production schedule changes, including countdown and color changes, to coworkers.
Proactively request raw materials and coordinate supply to avoid unnecessary downtime.
Troubleshoot problems, clear jams, and promptly and accurately report machinery or equipment issues to supervisors or maintenance personnel.
Complete assigned preventive maintenance on downstream machinery and enter work orders in FMS as appropriate; work with Frontline Leaders on immediate issues.
Follow equipment cleaning schedules and confirm tumble-pack counts and materials hourly.
Use Downstream Levels Program training documentation to build technical skills and cross-train on at least three of five equipment sets.
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, dependent upon approval
Discretionary bonus program; initial eligibility depends on hire date