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

 This position will support all production operations to optimize output and minimize waste while maintaining excellent quality and safety standards.  Responsible for the timely delivery and pick-up of material, to the production areas to meet scheduling and production needs to achieve production standards aligned with plant goals. Adhere to plant processes, safe operating methods, and good housekeeping standards.

Job Dimensions:

Part of AF Mundelein Production TeamHourly non-exempt, no direct reports.Schedule:  Rotating 12 hour shift – 6:00am-6:00 pm. Must be available on alternating weekends and some holidays.

Principal Accountabilities:

Package and wrap Finished Goods to specific Customer requirementsIssue and receive raw and sub-assembly material to production floorProvide rollstock and pallets to production floorAssemble, monitor, and weigh production generated scrap gaylordsDemonstrate the proper use of a lift truck and maintain forklift license certificationDeliver and return material substrates to the production equipment to meet scheduling and order requirements as needed.Unload plant suppliesDemonstrates effective interactive skills to support production and scheduling activities related to meet customer needs/requirement, and plant goals

Qualifications/Requirements

Knowledge & Experience:

Bringing the correct manufacturing material to the lineReturning material to the correct storage location & properly labelling when applicablePutting subassemblies away in the racks and properly status product and baysMaintaining corrugate returns and recyclables

Education & Certifications:

High school diploma or GED, Associates Degree and/or industrial certification preferred

Skills/Abilities/Behaviours:

Good computer skillsAble to work well with others / self-motivatedStrong mechanical skills Strong Attendance and Safety RecordAbility to stand and walk for majority of a 12 hour rotating shiftAbility to read and speak EnglishAbility to follow verbal and written directions

Physical Demands

Physically able to lift 50 lbsAble to operate heavy machinery continuouslyStanding up to 12 hours per day on a rotating day or evening shift, up to 5 days per weekAble to drive a forklift (stand-up and sit-down) for up to 12 hours per dayOccasional twisting, turning, or bending to move items up to 50 lbsAlert state of mind to avoid safety hazards

Work Environment

Job is performed near moving mechanical parts and occasionally in high, precarious places. This position requires the use of eye protection, hair net, and hearing protection in designated areas. When handling a sharp object or tool a cut glove must be worn per safety requirements. Other required PPE is task specific.  GMP procedures are observed in all areas of the plant.
 

Why work at Amcor?

We value safety, integrity, collaboration, accountability and results and out performanceAmcor is a growing company which means career opportunities both locally and internationallyThe environment is better off because of our leadership and productsWe offer world class benefits including annual bonus opportunities; including various retirement savings/voluntary pension plans (vary depending on country).We value diversity.  With sites in over 40 countries around the world, you have the unique opportunity to work and grow with a multi-cultural team.

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 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 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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Benefits

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

Medical, dental and vision plans

Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees

Company-paid holidays starting at 9 days per year and may be slightly higher by location

Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits are available

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)