Plastics Machine Operator

Job Title: Operator

Level:

Reports to (Title): Operations Manager

Location Country/ City: New Albany

BG: Rigid Packaging

Full time/ Part time: Full Time

BU: Specialty Containers

Permanent/ Temp: Permanent

Function: Operations

About the Role

The primary function of the Operator is to keep the Injection Stretch Blow Molding and/or Injection Molding lines running well and producing good bottles.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on ISBM/IM molds and machines. This includes cleaning the machine and the basement of the machine.
• Start up and shut down molding equipment in a safe manner. Make mechanical and system adjustments to machines to correct quality issues in the bottles and process out defects.
• Perform root cause analysis to determine true cause of machine issues.
• Must be willing and able to document all adjustments and changes to machinery.
• Perform quality checks on bottles per policy, documenting any and all issues in the quality system.
• Perform or assist with mold changes as needed.
• Respect Amcor Rigid Plastics' primary focus, that is to ensure the \"Safety\" of all co‑workers, temporary workers, contractors, and visitors granted access to the plant. Adhere to all safety guidelines.
• Must follow Amcor's policies and procedures to ensure quality standards, product safety and good manufacturing practices are maintained as per company standards.
• Must be committed to providing our customers a product that is safe and meets specifications, regulations and statutory requirements.

Relationships

• Amcor Co‑workers
• Internal Customers

Physical Requirements

• Normal Vision
• Hearing/Listening
• Sitting
• Distant Vision
• Talking/Speaking
• Standing
• Near Vision
• Hand/Finger Dexterity
• Walking
• Stooping
• Pushing/Pulling
• Bending
• Kneeling
• Climbing
• Driving- Forklift
• Carrying (>50 pounds)
• Lifting (50+ pounds)
• Driving Automobile/truck/van
• Carrying (<50 pounds)
• Lifting (< 50 pounds)

About You

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience operating, processing and making some mechanical adjustments to Injection Stretch Blow Molding (ISBM) and/or Injection Molding (IM) machines preferred.
• Ability to visually and mentally make priority decisions/judgment calls based on the situation at hand.
• Able to effectively present information and to respond to questions from management.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and problem‑solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills are required including the ability to present information and respond in a group environment.
• Proficient hand‑eye coordination to operate equipment.

What we offer you

• Opportunity for career advancement with a global company
• Competitive medical and dental benefits
• 401k with company match
• Gainsharing program
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company paid life insurance
• And more!

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 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)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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