PROCESSING OPERATORS - NIGHTS (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)

Amcor•Hanover, MD

8d•$21 - $23

About The Position

Processing Operators operate stretch blow-molding machines and lift equipment to produce, inspect, and pack rigid-plastic PET containers. The role includes scheduled charting and inspections of machines and associated equipment, routine equipment cleaning and maintenance, and quality inspections using test equipment, statistical quality methods, and visual inspection techniques. Operators pack containers to production specifications and safely move materials using lift trucks. The position works a night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM on a rotating schedule, working 15 days per month. Operators are expected to maintain a clean, safe, and effective work environment; follow Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP), Safety Quality Foods (SQF), and food safety requirements; and fill in as a Packaging Technician when needed. Overtime may be required. Compensation is $21.00–$23.00 per hour. Amcor describes its mission as providing innovative and responsible packaging solutions and says safety is its guiding principle. The company also emphasizes customer success, adaptability, responsible business practices, employee development, and protecting the future.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Excellent attendance.
Good housekeeping skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, including periodically.
Knowledge of product identification and basic math skills.
Forklift experience.
Ability to perform duties safely and effectively.
Physical mobility to walk, sit, bend, twist, stand, push, pull, and lift.
Ability to work in a production environment and recognize various sounds and alarms.
Ability to work with automated equipment.
Ability to operate a scanner.
Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

Start and stop stretch blow-molding machines to produce quality rigid-plastic containers.
Perform routine inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and tightening of machine assemblies.
Inspect containers using test equipment, statistical quality methods, and visual inspection techniques.
Pack containers into boxes or cartons at designated production-line speeds according to specifications, and stack packed cartons into units 4 feet high.
Safely operate lift trucks to move materials.
Work as a responsible team member to maintain a clean, safe, and effective work environment.
Operate stretch blow-molding machines, pull seepage, use SPC methodologies to initiate machine adjustments, change materials, assist with changeovers, and identify the start and stop of out-of-spec production (held ware).
Fill in as a Packaging Technician when needed to complete orders.
Maintain and adhere to established GMP, SQF, and food safety compliance requirements.
Complete routine paperwork accurately.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with a 50% match on the first 6%; a three-month waiting period applies, and employer-match vesting is one year
Vacation time
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Profit-sharing bonus program, paid biannually in June and December
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Basic life insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Supplemental term life insurance
Supplemental medical insurance, including accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness coverage
Voluntary additional life insurance
Voluntary whole life insurance
Voluntary AD&D insurance
Voluntary legal plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement, subject to approval
myDevelopment training and employee development program
Auto and home insurance
Employee discount and savings plans
Pet insurance
Identity theft protection
Wellness programs
Succession planning and promotion opportunities
Paid parental leave
Discretionary bonus program, with initial eligibility dependent on hire date
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