Quality Inspector

Job DescriptionAccelerate 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 I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTubePosition SummaryThe Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring that all products manufactured in the Print or Mold division meet Amcor’s strict quality, safety, and performance standards. This role supports production by conducting inspections, verifying compliance with established standards, performing testing, and documenting results. The Quality Inspector plays a key role in identifying nonconformities and communicating quality concerns to production leadership to maintain continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesQuality Inspection & ApprovalInspect production processes and finished products for various quality attributes.File and maintain standards for product quality, color, and performance.Approve jobs to run by verifying that materials, setups, and standards comply with specification requirements.Make informed decisions about product acceptability based on established criteria.Documentation & ReportingDocument and record quality-related data accurately and completely.Complete QA check sheets, submission forms, and changeover documentation.Identify and report quality defects to appropriate personnel promptly.Keep supervisors and group leaders informed of critical or unresolved quality issues.Quality Standards & TestingEstablish and maintain color standards for print or molded products.Conduct scheduled and unscheduled product audits.Perform required quality testing using appropriate measurement tools and equipment.Support root-cause identification and assist in corrective action activities when applicable.Operational & Team SupportProvide backup support to the Assistant Production Supervisor when required.Collaborate with production teams to ensure quality requirements are understood and followed.Maintain effective communication with operators, supervisors, and leadership.Safety & ComplianceFollow all safety rules and procedures.Adhere to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with facility and regulatory requirements.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.One to three months of related experience and/or training preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with attention to detail and accuracy.Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.Basic computer proficiency for data entry and documentation.Ability to use measurement tools (e.g., calipers, rulers, color standards) is a plus.Physical DemandsThe physical requirements for a Quality Inspector in a plastics manufacturing environment generally include:Standing and walkingFrequent standing and walking throughout the production floor to conduct inspections, audits, and testing.May involve moving between multiple production lines or departments.Bending, twisting, and reachingRegular reaching over and around equipment to collect samples or inspect product.Occasional bending or kneeling to access low machinery, pallets, or bins.Lifting and carryingAbility to lift up to 25–50 lbs., depending on plant requirements, such as moving sample boxes, resin containers, tooling, or finished product.Carrying smaller items like test equipment, measuring tools, or documentation.Manual dexterityHandling small components, measurement tools (calipers, micrometers), test samples, or print plates.Precise color matching, sample cutting, or measuring.Visual demandsClose visual acuity for inspecting fine details, print quality, surface imperfections, or dimensional accuracy.Ability to distinguish colors for color matching and color standard verification.HearingAbility to communicate in a moderately noisy manufacturing environment and hear alarms, equipment sounds, or safety signals.MobilityAbility to move quickly between departments during quality checks or to address production issues.Work EnvironmentQuality Inspectors in plastics manufacturing typically work in conditions such as:Industrial manufacturing settingExposure to production machinery, extrusion lines, molding presses, printing presses, and converting equipment.Frequent presence on the shop floor as well as time in a quality lab environment.Noise levelsModerate to high noise levels depending on the area; hearing protection may be required.Temperature fluctuationsPlant areas may be warmer near ovens, extruders, or molding machines.Occasional exposure to cooler areas depending on storage or facility layout.Chemical exposureRegular exposure to inks, solvents, cleaning agents, or raw materials used in plastics manufacturing.Use of PPE required (gloves, safety glasses, respirators when necessary).Air qualityPossible airborne particles from resin, dust, scrap material, or grinding.Facilities typically use ventilation systems, but PPE may still be required.Fast-paced production environmentWork may require quick decision-making to support continuous production flow.Interaction with operators, supervisors, maintenance, and engineering teams.Safety requirementsMust follow all plant safety policies, including PPE use, lockout/tagout awareness, and safe material-handling practices.PPE requires hard hat, steel toe or composite toe shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs, hair net, beard net (if applicable), no jewelry of any kind.Expected adherence to GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) and quality standards.Hourly Range: $19.50 - $25.00 per hour depending on experience **Night differential**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 productsEqual 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. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.E-VerifyWe verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.BenefitsWhen you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:Medical, dental and vision plansPaid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by locationCompany-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by locationWellbeing programs & Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings Account/Flexible Spending AccountLife insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefitsPaid Parental LeaveRetirement Savings Plan with company matchTuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)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 I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTubeEqual 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. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.E-VerifyWe verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.BenefitsWhen you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:Medical, dental and vision plansPaid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by locationCompany-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by locationWellbeing programs & Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings Account/Flexible Spending AccountLife insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefitsPaid Parental LeaveRetirement Savings Plan with company matchTuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date) #J-18808-Ljbffr