We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference!  

At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space. Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products. Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales. We have a proud history dating back to the 1860’s and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company. Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites.   

Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future? At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference. Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions. To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visit www.amcor.com.  

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Operate thermoforming equipment in a safe and efficient manner, adhering to company policies/processes and customer specifications
• Coordinate daily activities of an assigned machine production team consisting of Assistants and Packers, with a focus on safety, quality, and optimizing productivity, scrap, and downtime
• Assist Supervisor, Team Leader, and Lead Operator in coaching and training employees

DUTIES

• Follow all safety and 5S guidelines – ensure work area remains clean and organized at all times
• Promote others to work in a safe manner
• Act responsibly with equipment and property of the company and employees
• Effectively work within BMS, including reading schedules, entering and maintaining accurate operational data (machine status and materials management – inputs and outputs, both finished goods and scrap)
• Perform all duties pertaining to the operation of a thermoforming machine to produce finished goods in a safe and cost effective manner, which includes coordination of assigned support staff (Assistants and Packers), taking appropriate measures to minimize downtime, and conducting efficient changeovers using best practices and processes
• Take appropriate measures to ensure all products are completed to production, quality, and technical specifications.  Confirm acceptable levels are achieved/sustained by conducting and documenting QA testing & inspections using various fixtures and equipment.
• Keep Supervisor/Team Leader/Lead Operator informed of critical issues which affect safety, quality, and production levels
• Conduct production problem solving and troubleshooting, both independently and in partnership with Team Leader/Supervisor/Process Engineering/Maintenance support
• Maintain tool boards, machine boards, audits, check sheets, etc.
• Assist in giving scheduled breaks and lunches for the production crews on your machine
• Complete certification by successful completion of Thermoforming Operator Job Training Outline and Skills Assessment
• Serve as trainer/coach resource for production staff
• Perform any task as directed by Supervisor or Team Leader to support other plant operations
• Comply with and support enforcement of all policies and procedures, e.g., work rules, quality, GMP, Food Safety, etc.
• Support Kaizen Events and/or other continuous improvement and cost savings initiatives

SKILLS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated ability to operate thermoforming equipment
• Effective interpersonal and oral and written communication skills

• Conduct self and lead others in alignment with Bemis Core Values, maintaining professional conduct and leading by good example
  • Ability to direct/coordinate team members in achievement of daily production goals in a manner to promote teamwork and a positive work environment
  • Certified as an of Assistant Thermoforming Operator through successful completion of Job Training Outline and Skills Assessment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Will be required to manipulate shafts up to 70 pounds into rolls
• Will be required to install and secure forming and trimming tools
• Ability to work standing for 8 hour shift
• Able to withstand heat

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

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.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the links  "EEO is the and "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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