Maintenance Technician III (Process Technician)

Amcor•Fairfield, CA

2d•$43 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business. Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business. To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube Job Description Maintenance Technician III (Process Technician)

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
5+ years experience in PET manufacturing
Strong machine/mechanical knowledge
Working knowledge of PET carbonated and non-carbonated containers
Working knowledge of practical experience with quality product specifications and controls methods
Ability to work independently, solve problems, make decisions and resolve conflicts
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts; including call-ins and weekends as needed to support production changeovers and startups
Willingly accept any other duties/changes to position to fit the needs for production as requested by Sr. Operations Manager or designee.
Must be able to stand and walk on concrete floors for extended periods of time. Breaks will be the only time you will have an opportunity to sit.
Perform all good housekeeping assignments.
Must be able to lift, bend and twist repetitively during the shift.
Must be able to coordinate movements quickly and accurately in a high output production area.
Must demonstrate ability though previous work assignments to work effectively in a fast-paced high-quality manufacturing environment.
Able to help organize and maintain maintenance areas and stock room.
Employee is required to be awake and alert during all work hours.

Responsibilities

Participate during mold changes; specifically, oven setup and identification of maintenance issues that will affect process
Develop Best in Class (BIC) processes and establish process parameters for production bottles Includes existing and new tooling
Optimize process parameters based on container performance
Ensures BICs are saved in FMS, then posted at the line for operators to reference during production
Updates BICs in FMS when a production bottle process changes and requires replication / repeatability
Perform daily audits on BIC process sheets and follow up on changes. Verify daily operator BIC sheets
Ensure blank BICs are posted on the production lines for operators to use during process changes
Produce sample containers to provide the quality team and maintenance team
Work with Quality Team to measure containers in order to confirm physical characteristics and establish performance capabilities
Review test data and compare it with the Tentative Performance Specifications. Complete Process portion of the SOP-0025 Final report includes: Process Set-up Sheets and recommended Process Control Parameters.
Recommend design modifications and process improvements if required to meet the Tentative Performance Specifications
Assist other Amcor plants with start-up and validation of new product specifications, as needed
Work with Maintenance team members, Maintenance Manager and Sr. Operations Manager, to order parts, schedule and complete preventive maintenance (PM) items related to process control on each blow molder
Assists production and quality in solving recurring defects caused by improper profiles
Develops and maintains progressive training in blow molding theory and application; identifies, plans, and conducts or coordinates technical training for plant employees (GMP, SOPs, WIs, FCDs, machine operations, processing, lockout/tagout, or forklift/man lift operations)
Performs all other tasks as directed
Must own general mechanics tools.
Must have good leadership and communication skills. Lead by example.
Must be safety conscious and observe all safety rules for lock-out/tag-out procedure, electrical code safe practices, and confined space entry programs.
Must follow all safety practices.
Possess ability to instruct other maintenance staff and production operators in safe operation of equipment.
Must wear safety equipment, personal protective equipment, as required in the area or to perform specific job duties.
Must be willing to remain on an assignment until it is completed or until released by the Supervisor.
Must be thoroughly familiar with hand tools and maintenance practices.
Must be experienced in functioning of hydraulics and pneumatic circuits.
Troubleshoots hydraulic and pneumatic circuits with the aid of schematics.
Repair basic electric circuits with complete understanding of electrical schematic diagrams.
Must be willing to respond to emergency mechanical issues that require technical assistance beyond level 2 maintenance requirements.

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)