Utility Operator

Amcor•Waxahachie, TX

About The Position

The Utility Operator works as part of Amcor’s Production Utility Team in a manufacturing environment. The role involves setting up, operating, and adjusting equipment to produce quality products safely and efficiently; supporting daily production activities on assigned lines; assisting Machine Line Operators; and troubleshooting equipment to reduce downtime. The position reports to the Production Supervisor and works with operators in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. Responsibilities also include verifying finished-product weights against specifications, scanning and packing products, operating the palletizer, adjusting the box machine to traveler measurements, coordinating workflow, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and using computer systems such as JDE and label-printing tools. The operator may make minor equipment adjustments, prepare downstream equipment for startup, and assist with threading rope and bringing production lines into operation. The role requires following safety and PPE procedures and handling wooden pallets. Candidates should be able to perform physical tasks in a non-climate-controlled facility, including repetitive standing, walking, bending, pushing, carrying, stooping, and lifting. Overtime, including weekends and holidays, may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to follow safety protocols and PPE policies.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Basic computer literacy skills.
Ability to perform functional math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and maintain effective working relationships with operators and the Production Supervisor.
Ability to lift and move moderate weight up to 50 pounds; physical requirements specify lifting 35 pounds to waist level.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, push, carry, or stoop repetitively throughout the shift.
Ability to perform tasks in a non-climate-controlled facility, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Availability to work overtime as needed, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Verify that finished-product weights meet the requirements on the specification sheet.
Ensure finished products are scanned into production and packed properly.
Operate the palletizer to stack and secure products on pallets.
Identify production-line needs and adjust tasks accordingly.
Adjust the box machine to the measurements provided on the traveler.
Coordinate with other operators to maintain a smooth workflow.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment and perform housekeeping duties.
Use computer systems for production tasks, including printing labels, and navigate JDE to maintain the production schedule.
Make minor equipment adjustments and set up equipment when needed.
Prepare downstream equipment for startup when needed.
Thread rope and assist the operator in bringing lines into production when needed.
Follow PPE policies and safety protocols.
Handle wooden pallets.
Support and train Machine Line Operators and help troubleshoot equipment to minimize downtime.
Work overtime as needed, including weekends and holidays.

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, with initial eligibility dependent upon hire date.