Process Technician

Process TechnicianFull time Americas - North America - United States - Victoria - ACD Victoria TXUnder the supervision of the Process Engineering Manager, incumbent will be responsible for monitoring daily production, quality and scrap and maximizing equipment operations within established standards. Incumbents may be assigned to work in all areas of production.Key Job AccountabilitiesDuties Common to All OperatorsFollows all Company policies regarding safety, quality and attendance. Performs duties in a safe manner and reports all observed safety hazards to manager. Participates in safety programs by reporting Unsafe Conditions, Unsafe Acts and Close Calls; enters Near Miss data and observations into Global Data Center database (GDC)Maintains assigned area free of safety hazards; reports safety issues to the Process Engineering Manager or Safety Manager; works in a safe manner and acts as an example to other team members.Organizes and leads employee driven teams to address scrap, quality, safety or other production related issues.Works on a variety of equipment and machines (extruders, bag machines, folders, automation, winders, box machines, etc.) and maximizes equipment operations and up time on all equipment while maintaining quality and production rates.Troubleshoots equipment; determines and recommends appropriate solutions.Reviews processes and procedures and updates as needed.Sets up job changes; works with Senior Operators and Operators to ensure efficient job changes and reduce down time.Coordinate maintenance functions as needed to ensure production lines are operating. Follow-up on all work orders to ensure that the closed looped system is followed.Trains and develops Senior Operators and assists them with training subordinate operators. Assesses training needs and works with Process Engineering Manager and Human Resources to schedule and/or develop appropriate training.Responsible for startups of new equipment; evaluates performance and integrates new equipment into production process.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: High school diploma or GED; one to two years' technical school or college level courses preferred.Skills/Experience: In addition to the educational requirements incumbents must have 3 or more years of experience in manufacturing processes in blown film operations. Prior experience in various areas of production such as Twist tie, Drawstring, Roll Stock, etc. as an Operator or Senior Operator 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.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.Reasoning Ability - Ability to solve practical problems where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.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.Additional Requirements:Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have general knowledge of computers in order to complete assignments on Berry University and access Berry Self Service, JDE and a variety of input reporting, Experience with Microsoft products (Word, Excel and Power Point).Mechanical troubleshooting skills.Ability to organize and prioritize work activities and to handle multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility to make practical decisions without appreciable direction or advance preparationWorking knowledge of a variety of computer software utilized to prepare reports and correspondence and manage production activities.Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and/or walk for 8 to 12-hour shifts. Employee must be able to climb stairs to the towers. Employee is also required to lift/carry up to 35 lbs. unassisted. Employee is required to use hands and fingers to thread plastic, turn knobs and use a variety of wrenches and hand tools. Employees must be able to drive a forklift and must have 20/20 vision with corrective lenses and Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The work environment is noisy, and hearing protection is required for all employees. Employees are often required to work in situations where temperature, humidity, and other weather conditions are often adverse. Employees must be able to wear other PPE such as ear, eye and foot protection as required. Other PPE such as cut gloves, face shields and burn gloves may be required for certain activities.Our ExpectationsWe 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 teamOur customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovationOur investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returnsThe environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and productsAccelerate 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.To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityAmcor 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.If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. 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