Palletizer

SUMMARY: Responsible for operation of machinery for palletizing of the product.  Must acquire understanding of palletizing requirements and operations of machinery including palletizers, strapping machines, wrapping machines, forklifts, and overall flow of product.

GENERAL JOB DUTIES:

• To exhibit teamwork skills and actively participate in team activities in a positive working environment.
• To demonstrate problem solving skills in a work environment that is striving for continuous improvement.
• Follow Company policies and display conduct expected of Amcor employees as stated in the Corporate and Local Handbook.
• Adhere to all safety and health objectives, policies and procedures of Amcor to provide for a safe and healthful workplace.  Work in a safe manner at all times and report any unsafe conditions to your supervisor in order that the situation can be corrected.  Report all accidents and near misses in a timely manner when they occur.
• Maintain proper ergonomics at all times when performing assigned tasks.
• To meet and maintain all customer quality standards as well as the standards of Amcor.
• Meet daily production goals and departmental objectives as directed.
• Clean all assigned work areas after completion of the required work, return all tools to proper storage area at the end of the shift and report any malfunctioning equipment. This includes applying Good Manufacturing Practices to meet plant goals. Reports daily on Master Cleaning Schedule.
• Direct all non-conforming parts to the appropriate reprocess area.
• Maintains standard production objectives through proper machine operation and accurately records production. Communicates production information at shift change
• Maintain proper radio etiquette when using company radios, PA system and/or phone, business use only.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Packages finished product according to customer specifications for quality and packaging as needed. Forklift operator certified and when assigned to forklift operation

Perform daily safety and operational checks

Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner.

Unload finished product with a forklift from the production area

Move incoming material

Check identification

Shortage reporting

Report damaged material

FIFO

Documents checks per the product requirements Apply tier sheets, missing bottles, packing labels etc. to pallets. Operate, load and complete minor adjustments to palletizer, strapper, and shrink wrapper

POSITION REQUIRMENTS:

Knowledge/Skills/Education

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment running palletizers, shrink wrappers, banders or equipment of a similar nature is preferred.

• Ability to read, write and understand English.

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

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.

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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.

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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)