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

1. Job Overview

The Night Shift Pouch Operator supports in the operation of the entire pouching department. Pouch Operator can operate at least one of the pouching machines.

The operator can load, set up the machines, and pack from a pouching machine. They can complete all testing and paperwork required for each position.

2. Job Dimensions

• The Pouch Operator will load slit rolls onto machine and create pouches in various dimensions according to customer standards.
• Operator appropriately understands and follows the plant's EHS (Environmental, Health and Safety) and Quality systems to maintain a safe workplace and ensure quality product.

3. Principal Accountabilities

• Perform set-up and operate pouching equipment to produce product according to quality and productivity requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation
• Ensures material meets customer requirements throughout the run
• Assumes responsibility for the quality and quantity produced on the machine
• Obtains information from the computer, prints and applies labels
• Posts production information into the computer
• Accurately performs and records all required testing
• Provide communication on a daily basis with management, maintenance, shift personnel, etc.
• Maintain housekeeping standards of pouch machines and the surrounding area
• Perform packing and material handling tasks as required
• Follow all company safety rules and procedures
• Anticipates and reacts productively to changes, and willingly handles other tasks as assigned
• Seeks and implements improvement activities through teamwork and CI Process participation
• Perform other duties as assigned

4. Major challenges & complexities

• Fast paced environment
• Product needs to be precisely made to customer specification
• Multiple products with multiple customer demands

5. Relationships

Internal

• Pouching Department Members
• Supervision / Management

External

• Customers
• Auditors

6. Qualifications / Requirements

6.1 Formal Qualifications and Experience

Knowledge and Experience

• Minimum two years slitting or pouching experience preferred
• General knowledge of computers preferred

Education and Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Fork Truck Certification preferred

6.2 Knowledge / Skills / Abilities / Behaviours

Job Specific skills and abilities

• Good mechanical ability
• Demonstrate ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to use rulers, gauges and callipers
• Accurate math skills equivalent to high school level for measuring and counting product
• Forklift certification or willingness and ability to learn and obtain certification
• Adequate visual acuity to discern extremely minor imperfections in products
• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to working with moving equipment
• Skilled in or able to learn safe operation of tools, equipment and test equipment associated with the pouching operations
• Effective communications and interpersonal skills to work as a team member in the finishing department
• Ability to speak, read, and complete reports accurately in English
• Ability to work independently and make good decisions without constant supervision
• Well-developed work habits to ensure smooth machine operation and minimal downtime
• Proficiency with computers; ability to learn and use additional programs
• Ability to distinguish differences between finished product and product specifications
• Ability to identify maintenance needs and ensure that all required preventive maintenance is performed
• Ability to manipulate cartons up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Other physical demands include climbing, crouching, and reaching when webbing machine

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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Last updated : 2024-05-14