Operator 1

Amcor•Fulton, KY

About The Position

The Operator 1 performs production and assembly work while maintaining product quality, a safe and organized work area, and accurate production documentation. The role involves installing gaskets in lids and handles in containers as needed, keeping pace with production machine cycles, flaming containers and lids when required, and stacking and packing products according to customer and order instructions. The operator also prepares product identification and packaging labels and completes cleanup or other assigned tasks during production interruptions. The position requires regular work on the production floor near moving mechanical parts, use of required personal protective equipment, attention to detail, and the ability to keep up with fast-paced, repetitive production cycles. Operators work with leads and supervisors to report quality, safety, machinery, material, maintenance, packaging, and documentation concerns. They may also assist with training associates and perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Good hand-eye coordination.
Ability to identify alphanumeric product codes.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently or in a team in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
Ability to keep up with fast-paced production cycles and tolerate constant repetition.
Ability to regularly stand for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to frequently lift, bend, and reach to perform job functions.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Ability to wear required PPE, including bump cap, safety eyewear or prescription safety eyewear, safety shoes, hair/beard nets, hearing protection, and disposable mask.
Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.
Prior experience in a fast-paced production environment is highly preferred.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

Exemplify Amcor’s behaviors and values and represent the company professionally inside and outside the plant.
Work professionally with other associates and work independently or as part of a team.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area, including housekeeping around the assigned machine.
Inspect products for quality and set aside products that do not meet standards.
Work with Leads and promptly alert the Team Leader or Supervisor to quality issues or reject conditions.
Notify the Team Leader of safety, machinery, raw material, quality, preventive maintenance, emergency maintenance, packaging, or documentation concerns.
Accurately document production information and downtime in reports.
Assemble products by installing gaskets in lids and handles in containers as required, keeping pace with machine cycles.
Flame containers and lids when required.
Stack and pack products according to instructions for different customers and orders.
Prepare product identification and packaging labels.
During production interruptions, clean oil, sweep, mop, make boxes, or complete other tasks assigned by the Shift Supervisor.
Assist with training associates as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

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; initial eligibility depends on hire date.