Thermoform Production Supervisor (2nd Shift)

Amcor•Lawrence, KS

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 | LinkedIn | YouTube

Requirements

High School diploma/GED equivalent, or previous experience.
Previous extrusion and/or thermoforming experience.
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and direct employees.
Previous experience as an Inspector Packer/Operator/Floater.
Strong organizational skills with proven ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
Verbal communication adequate to use a radio and or paging system to contact other co-workers in other areas of the complex.
Ability to deal with any personnel situations or problems that may arise.
Good attendance.
Ability to lift 35 pounds frequently and/or up to 100 pounds with assistance occasionally.
Ability to push/pull loads in excess of 75 pounds occasionally.
Able to stand/walk for 7 hours of an 8-hour shift.
Be able to work extended shifts if needed.
Hearing sufficient to recognize and respond to shouted warning alarms and horns on forklifts.
Able to occasionally climb ladders safely and without assistance.
Able to use both hands for effective manipulation of tools/parts.
Able to work overhead or in awkward positions on a frequent basis.
Optic vision of 20/40 or better and peripheral vision of 70 degrees or greater and ability to read 10-12 point font at a distance of 12-18 inches.
Bending and lifting ability adequate to shovel material.
Ability to work in dusty/smoky envrionment on an intermittent basis.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all environmental, health & safety regulations.
Lead by example, following all critical safety behavior rules while encouraging other employees to work safely.
Oversee special projects.
Report to Thermoform Supervisor, Manager or in their absence report to the Thermoform Engineering Manager or Plant Manager on status of production from their shift.
Aid Quality Assurance department with problem areas.
Help orient new employees.
Aid in testing process ability of new and advanced resins.
Prioritize machine problems.
Complete daily efficiency reports.
Perform any other duties established by the Thermoform Supervisor/Manager.
Oversee the duties of the production floor.
Coordinate activities of the processing floor.
Monitor direct labor costs.
Ensure new hires receive proper training and training checklist.
Ensure all samples are done and documentation is done properly.
Check timecards to verify payroll for their shift.