Packer Handler

Duties and Responsibilities

The primary duties and responsibilities of the Packer/Handler consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Exemplifies the Amcor Behaviors and Values at all times. Leads by example and exhibits professionalism in all areas when representing Amcor inside and outside of the plant.
• Work in a professional manner with other associates.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Inspect product to ensure quality; set aside product that is below quality standards.
• Work closely with Leads and alert the Team Leader or Supervisor of any quality issues or reject conditions. Timely response to quality issues is key to this position.
• Notify the Team Leader of any safety, machinery, raw material, quality, preventive maintenance, emergency maintenance, packaging or documentation concerns.
• Document information correctly on the reports for production and any downtime.
• Complete assembly of product by installing gaskets in lids and handles in containers as required while keeping up with the production machines cycles.
• Flame containers and lids when required.
• Stack and pack product per instructions that vary with different customers and orders.
• Prepare proper product identification and/or packaging labels.
• Assist with material handling and other tasks as needed.
• When the machine experiences an interruption in production, utilize time to clean up oil, sweep, mop, make boxes or other tasks that may be assigned by the Shift Supervisor.
• Various other duties as assigned.

Educational, Skill, & Physical Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in fast-paced production environment is highly preferred.
• Regularly required to stand for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Good hand-eye coordination is required.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent exposure to production floor; required use of PPE including but not limited to: Bump Cap, Safety Eyewear or Prescription Safety Eyewear, Safety Shoes, Hair/beard nets, Hearing Protection and Disposable Mask.
• Must be able to frequently lift, bend, and reach to perform necessary job functions.
• Must be able to keep-up with the fast-paced production cycles.
• Position requires agility and consistent attention to detail.
• Able to tolerate constant repetition.
• Must be able to identify alpha / numeric product codes.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holiday and over-time.
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.
• Good communication skills--verbal and written; ability to effectively communicate.
• Ability to work well independently or in a team environment; displaying ability to work and deliver results in a fast-paced, performance driven environment.

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

Additional information

Accelerate 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity:

Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
• Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)