Thermoforming Operator

Amcor•Fremont, OH

7d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Amcor is hiring a Thermoforming Operator in Fremont, Ohio. In this machine operator role, you will operate thermoforming equipment, support a small production team, and help maintain safe, efficient, high-quality production. The position follows a 12-hour, 2-2-3 schedule, on either day shift (6:55 a.m.–7:10 p.m.) or night shift (6:55 p.m.–7:10 a.m.). Pay is $22.74–$28.29 per hour, with a $0.50-per-hour night-shift premium. The operator leads and coordinates Assistants and Packers, monitors production, completes quality checks and records, supports changeovers and continuous improvement, and follows safety, quality, GMP, and food-safety requirements. The role requires standing for a 12.25-hour shift, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in hot and cold manufacturing environments. Amcor describes its packaging business as focused on innovative and responsible packaging that benefits customers, people, and the planet. The company emphasizes safety, customer success, teamwork, adaptability, and developing its employees.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate manufacturing equipment.
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and support a production team.
Ability to stand for a 12.25-hour shift and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in hot and cold manufacturing environments.
Ability to complete Amcor Thermoforming Operator training and skills certification.

Responsibilities

Operate thermoforming machines and monitor production performance.
Lead and coordinate Assistants and Packers to meet daily production goals.
Complete product quality checks and inspections.
Support machine changeovers and help minimize downtime.
Maintain production records, machine boards, audits, and check sheets.
Train and coach team members as needed.
Follow safety, quality, GMP, and food-safety requirements.
Support continuous improvement and Kaizen activities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage starting day one.
Disability and life insurance starting day one.
Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 8%.
Overtime paid at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours over 40.
Tuition reimbursement, subject to approval.
Professional development opportunities.
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees; amount may vary by location.
Company-paid holidays, starting at 8 days per year; amount may vary by location.
Wellbeing programs and Employee Assistance Program.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and voluntary benefits.
Paid parental leave.
Discretionary bonus program, with initial eligibility dependent on hire date.