Amcor
MachineOperator
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Machine Operator at Amcor. Skills: Machine operation, Quality checks, Scrap management. Operate winders. Adjust machines”
What You'll Achieve.
Meet scrap goals
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting equipment problems
12-hour shifts, Work holidays, Work weekends, Bend at all times, Twist at all times, Rotate body at all times, Exert 50 pounds of force occasionally, Exert up to 35 pounds of force frequently, Stand for 12 hours, Reach with hands and arms, Team lift or mechanical aid over 50 lbs, Work outdoors 1/3 of time or less, Work near moving mechanical parts, Work in high or precarious places 1/3 of time or less, Work near electrical components 1/3 of time or less, Work near vibrating equipment 1/3 of time or less, Work near vibrating tools 1/3 of time or less, Work with fumes 1/3 of time or less, Work with airborne particles 1/3 of time or less, Work with toxic chemicals 1/3 of time or less, Work with caustic chemicals 1/3 of time or less, Work in extreme heat 1/3 of time or less, Work in extreme cold 1/3 of time or less, Work in wet conditions 1/3 of time or less, Work in humid conditions 1/3 of time or less, Work in loud environments 1/3 of time or less
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Operate at least 9 blown lines, Perform regular quality checks, Perform weight checks, Verify work orders, Verify skid plans, Ensure scrap goals are met, Cut scrap, Separate scrap, Refeed scrap, Assist Maintenance Technicians, Minimize downtime, Operate McGuires, Operate process control units, Monitor production, Adjust setting settings, Handle thread up, Handle startup of machines, Package finished goods, Use labels for packaging, Use pallets for packaging, Use trays for packaging, Ensure adequate packaging supplies, Maintain thorough knowledge of processes, Maintain thorough knowledge of equipment, Assist in Training Packers, Assist in giving breaks, Maintain housekeeping standards, Interpret production work orders, Adhere to company policies, Adhere to company procedures, Actively participate in company policies, Actively participate in company goals, Actively participate in company objectives, Communicate about malfunctions, Communicate about unsafe work conditions, Communicate about equipment problems, Attend scheduled meetings, Wear mandatory PPE, Be dependable, Be flexible, Work with minimal supervision, Overall knowledge of extruders, Overall experience of extruders, Overall knowledge of recycling procedures, Overall experience of recycling procedures, Overall knowledge of profiles of resins, Overall experience of profiles of resins, Overall knowledge of resin properties, Overall experience of resin properties, Work 12-hour shifts, Work holidays, Work weekends, Bend at all times, Twist at all times, Rotate body at all times, Exert 50 pounds of force occasionally, Exert up to 35 pounds of force frequently, Stand for 12 hours, Reach with hands and arms 100% of workday, Talk to communicate with others, Hear to communicate with others, Hear manufacturing sounds, Hear PIT equipment sounds, Use arms to grasp, Use arms to handle, Use arms to type, Walk to operate machines, Walk to package product, Walk to palletize product, Work outdoors 1/3 of time or less, Work near moving mechanical parts, Work in high or precarious places 1/3 of time or less, Work near electrical components 1/3 of time or less, Work near vibrating equipment 1/3 of time or less, Work near vibrating tools 1/3 of time or less, Work with fumes 1/3 of time or less, Work with airborne particles 1/3 of time or less, Work with toxic chemicals 1/3 of time or less, Work with caustic chemicals 1/3 of time or less, Work in extreme heat 1/3 of time or less, Work in extreme cold 1/3 of time or less, Work in wet conditions 1/3 of time or less, Work in humid conditions 1/3 of time or less, Work in loud environments 1/3 of time or less, Read in English, Write in English, High School diploma or GED, Equivalent work experience
What You'll Do.
Package finished goods
Conduct quality checks
Handle scrap production
Assist in scrap reduction
Maintain safety standards
Maintain quality standards
Supervise production lines
Oversee processes on lines
Oversee equipment on lines
Oversee employees on lines
Oversee safety on lines
Oversee housekeeping on lines
Assist Maintenance Technicians during breakdowns
Operate process control units
Handle startup of machines
Package finished goods using labels
Package finished goods using pallets
Package finished goods using trays
Ensure adequate packaging supplies for next crew
Maintain knowledge of processes
Maintain knowledge of equipment
Assist in Training Packers
Assist in giving breaks to Packers
Maintain housekeeping standards in plant
Maintain housekeeping standards in department
Interpret production work orders
Adhere to company policies
Adhere to company procedures
Participate in company policies
Participate in company goals
Participate in company objectives
Communicate about malfunctions
Communicate about unsafe work conditions
Communicate about equipment problems
Attend scheduled meetings
Take care for own health
Take care for own safety
Take care for health of others
Take care for safety of others
Stop work for unsafe conditions
Stop work for unsafe behavior
Understand EHS policy
Participate in EHS policy
Participate in EHS goals
Understand EHS objectives
Participate in EHS objectives
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Communicate with Managers; Communicate with Supervisors; Communicate with co-workers
Communication Scope
Verbal communication; Written communication
Full Job Description
# **Job Description** ** _Summary:_** The Machine Operator is responsible for operating winders, adjusting, and packaging finished goods, conducting quality checks, handling scrap production and assisting in scrap reduction while maintaining safety and quality standards. They are responsible for the direct supervision of production lines. ** _Essential Functions and Responsibilities:_** * Oversee all processes, equipment, employees, safety, and housekeeping on assigned lines. * Understand and able to operate at least 9 blown lines. * Perform regular quality checks and weight checks by reading and verifying work orders and skid plans. * Responsible for ensuring scrap goals for the department are met by cutting, separating scrap and refeeding. * Assist Maintenance Technicians during breakdowns to minimize downtime. * Operate McGuires and process control units, monito production and adjusting setting settings as needed * Handle thread up and startup of machines, including during start up modes. * Package finished goods using labels, pallets, and trays to ensure the best cosmetic presentation. * Ensure adequate packaging and supplies for the next crew (at least two hours into the next shift). * Maintain thorough knowledge of all processes and equipment. * Assist in Training Packers. * Assist in giving breaks to other Packers on the lines. * Maintain housekeeping standards in the plant and department. * Interpret and adhere to production work orders. * Adhere to company policies and procedures. * Actively participate in the company’s policies, goals and objectives. * Communicate with Managers, Supervisors, and co-workers abut malfunctions, unsafe work conditions, and equipment problems. * Attend scheduled meetings. * Wear mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) * Be a team player with a positive attitude and work well with others. * Possess good written and verbal communication skills. * Be dependable and flexible when work is required in other facets of production
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