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

Come grow with us at Amcor Mundelein! Start your career with a global leader in flexible packaging! Enjoy a safe, clean and temperature controlled working environment on a variety of 8 or 12 hour shifts - no rotating shifts. Benefits start day ONE, up to 8% 401k match, and eligible for quarterly bonus'. Join us today! 

BENEFITS:

Advancement opportunities

Competitive pay

401k with up to 8% company match $1:$1

Benefits Start Day 1

Quarterly eligibility for Bonuses

Paid holidays and vacation

Gym membership & tuition reimbursement

SHIFT SCHEDULES AVAILABLE:

2-2-3, 12 hour schedule on days (6:00AM-6:00PM) or nights (6:00PM-6:00AM). Must be available to work weekends and Holidays.

JOB OVERVIEW:

In this extrusion operator role, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting extrusion machines to produce quality products for our customers.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO AS AN EXTRUSION OPERATOR:

Observe all prescribed or standard safety rules and regulationsWork from assigned schedule, work orders, perform and make decisions as the sequence of setups and processes within recognized methods and proceduresObtain work instruction and follow prescribed procedures to set or monitor a limited number of barrel augur, extruder, and related forming/winding controls, such as pressure, speed, tension, and heatMove, position nip rollers, rewind shafts, and razor cut devices as required for proper operation. Arrange scrap recovery rolls or cart in proper feed mannerOperate equipment or monitor continuing operations to maintain proper flow of raw and scrap film material and forming, cutting, and rewind operationsRemove completed work; make simple tolerance and/or measurement checks requiredOccasionally perform or assist fairly complicated setup, other machine or related equipment repair, or maintenance duties as instructedDetect and report defective, contaminated material, unusual conditions, or faulty equipment to proper supervisionSet up extrusion lines, extrusion/die head changes, monitoring all line controls & making proper adjustments, and checking dimensions/quality of productExamine products for fine defects and perform quality testing while maintaining production recordsAssist in preventative maintenance of all machines and auxiliary equipment.Ensure work is completion to standardKeep area clean and equipment in good working order

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

Manufacturing experience or previous machine operating is requiredTechnical knowledge of extrusion preferred, not requiredSolid verbal and written communication skillsMechanical aptitudeAbility to read a rulerBasic computer skillsDemonstrates organizational skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physically able to lift up to 40lbsStanding up to 12 hours per day on a rotating day or evening shift, up to 5 days/weekOccasional twisting, turning, or bending to move items up to 50 lbsAlert state of mind to avoid safety hazardsAble to read/see up to 1/16 of an inch

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)