Lead Extrusion Operator

Job Description

This description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties and responsibilities may be required based on business needs and are subject to change.

*This position requires skill progression and testing.

Job Function

Supports coordination and direction of daily production activities to achieve safety, quality, and production objectives

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support Production Supervisor in planning and execution of production activities, including break relief for staff, facilitation of pre-shift meetings, work assignments, and scheduling priorities; supervises and directs production activities in the absence of Production Supervisor

• Set up and operation of extrusion equipment in accordance with established guidelines (i.e., correct resin, additives, line speed, temperature); performs proper adjustments to maintain safety, quality, and production standards

• Maintain a safe and clean workplace by supporting safety initiatives and promoting safe behaviors of others

• Assists with review of quality throughout shift to ensure conformance to standards; partners with Quality and Production management to address concerns as needed

• Assists with preliminary troubleshooting of equipment and processes malfunctions as needed; escalates concerns to Production Supervisor and/or Maintenance for resolution as needed

• Conduct and facilitate training of new employees in accordance with established policies and procedures

• Assist with preparation of production reporting and documentation including daily production labels, data entry, and production records; reviews reports for accuracy

• Observe all Plant safety, quality and production policies

• Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Must be Level III

• Ability to utilize a variety of computer software

• Mechanical and troubleshooting ability

• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds unassisted

• Ability to work overtime and/or extended shifts as needed

• Strong verbal and writing skills

• Good general math skills

• Ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with others

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES

• Must be able to stand for continuously for 12 hours

• Lift 50 lbs. repeatedly throughout during shift

• Twist / Turn repeatedly throughout during shift

• Bending/ Stooping / Kneel repeatedly throughout during shift

• Pushing/ Pulling/ Reaching repeatedly during shift

• Carrying 45+ lbs. repeatedly during shift

• Must be able to wear all required Personal protective equipment (PPE) continuously during shift.

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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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)