Automation Technician

Job Description

About the role

Under the supervision of the Production Supervisor or Team Lead, provides support in the automation areas; observes all safety rules and conducts assigned duties in a safe manner.

Key Job Accountabilities

Duties Common to All Operators

• Follows all Company policies regarding safety, quality and attendance. Performs duties in a safe manner and reports all observed safety hazards to the Production Supervisor or other management personnel. Leads by example and maintains a safe environment for self and co-workers.
• Identifies when equipment needs repair, cleaning or adjustment and reports issues to Lead Operator/Team Lead/Production Supervisor.
• Maintains packaging levels on all equipment in the automation areas; orders packaging as necessary and returns unused packaging to warehouse following established procedures.
• Completes all product changes and sets up new products on all automated equipment. Ensures that correct product is running by using online schedule and schedule released by Scheduler.
• Logs a variety of production data and inputs into automated tracking system as needed. Prints Traveler reports and provides them to Operators after product changes or after completion of a work order to verify that the product is running and correct packaging supplies are being used.
• Maintains a neat and orderly work area; meets or exceeds plant and department housekeeping standards. To maintain a clean and orderly workplace, Automation Technicians may be assigned additional housekeeping responsibilities throughout the plant as needed.
• Properly packages finished goods to include correct use of labels, sleeves, twist ties, outers and pallet patterns. Responsible for verifying, executing and proper packaging of all finished goods to achieve the best cosmetic presentation possible, as well as stretch wrapping pallets, printing and applying labels on finished goods as necessary.
• Resets malfunctioning automated equipment including conveyors, sleeving units, carton erector, pallet conveyors, robotic arms and all such equipment as may be added/changed in automation areas. Cleans equipment area of missed sleeves, glue on equipment surfaces. Replaces missed rolls and puts through automated process or repacks by hand.
• Participates in employee driven teams to address scrap, quality, safety or other production related issues.
• May conduct pre-shift meeting and training with employees to provide information on production, quality, safety, policy issues.
• Must be able to work any shift and occasional overtime.

Qualifications/Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education : Knowledge normally acquired through completion a High School diploma or GED.

Skills/Experience: In addition to the educational requirements 2-3 years' experience as a Machine Tender/Packer or equivalent experience is required. Training as a Quality Inspector/Lead Packer and previous experience as a Lead Packer highly desirable.

Minimum education and years of experience should not be used exclusive of other leveling factors described below.

Personality/Attributes:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

• Quality - Is dedicated to providing the highest quality products and services which meet the needs and requirements of internal and external customers; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality.

• Mathematical Skills - Basic mathematical skills to be able to understand simple mathematical concepts such as percentages and ratios.

• Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret procedure manuals, specification sheets and other product documentation. Ability to write simple reports and instructions. Must be able to understand and write in English. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

• Dependability - Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time.

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products

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.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• 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 and may vary by location
• Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)