Machine Operator

Amcor•Montgomery, AL

9d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Amcor is hiring Machine Operators for extrusion/conversion operations in Montgomery, Alabama. The role operates and maintains machines that extrude or draw out thermoplastic materials, following established procedures, guidelines, and customer requirements. This is a night-shift position from 12:00 AM to 8:00 AM. Operators support safe, consistent production by monitoring equipment, troubleshooting process issues, inspecting product quality, completing required paperwork, and maintaining an orderly work area.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least two years of experience in Liners.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to read and write legibly in English to complete required forms and verify product quality.
Good vision, eye-hand coordination, and hearing.
Ability to adhere to Amcor's Safety, Health, and Environmental Vision, Policy, and Standards.
Ability to work overtime, holidays, weekends, days, or nights for 12 or more hours.
Ability to stand, sit, kneel, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and crawl for extended periods multiple times per day.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Manual dexterity involving total wrist action, twisting, pulling, and raising arms at or above shoulder height.
Ability to work in warm, humid, and cool climates for 12 or more hours per day or night.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety goggles, hearing protection, steel toe shoes or boots, face shield, gloves, and face mask.
Ability to operate a forklift and maintain a forklift operator license.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate machines in accordance with established procedures, guidelines, and customer requirements.
Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures.
Safely operate extruders and perform screen changes as needed.
Monitor machinery for jams and possible mechanical failure.
Troubleshoot process equipment.
Perform machine start-up, set-up, and shutdown operations.
Make machine adjustments and line changes requiring precision and judgment.
Complete required production safety and quality paperwork regularly.
Inspect production to maintain quality and notify a supervisor or manager of quality issues.
Communicate equipment issues to Maintenance personnel orally and through the maintenance work order system.
Keep the assigned work area clean and organized before leaving the shift.
Ensure appropriate packaging and production-related materials are present daily.
Demonstrate knowledge of plant emergency procedures and the emergency stops on production lines.
Perform other related functions and duties as assigned or required.