General Helper

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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Can you read a ruler? If you answered yes, or you can learn, this is a position for you! No prior manufacturing experience is required for our entry level inspector and helper roles. Anyone can work in manufacturing, 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

The starting rate of pay for this position is expected to be $17; however, starting pay offered may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills, and experience between $17 and $20.

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 entry level machine helper role, you will be responsible for assisting operators in the slitting/extrusion processes with the ability to train and advance into operating slitter or extrusion machines.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO AS AN EXTRUSION/SLITTING HELPER:

• Assist operators, and aid in all aspects of operation of Extrusion & Slitting lines including change-overs, machine start-up, running and shut-down.
• Order and maintain resin boxes to sustain a proper steady supply of resin for Extrusion machines.
• Package rolls per packaging specification, cut cores, operate hoist to load master rolls, and make roll changes.
• Run slitting rewinders
• Be proactive with repairs to minor mechanical machine issues.
• Assist in preventative maintenance of all machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Perform light maintenance and cleaning of ink pumps.
• Organizing die cage, core room, and cleaning of the anilox roller inventory.
• Understand the operation of the extrusion winders.
• Assist the operators with starting up extrusion lines and slitting lines.
• Assist the operators with performing resin changes, cleaning blenders and hoppers.
• Monitor resin supply and communicate needs to the resin department.
• Weigh and haul scrap.
• Quality testing and maintaining production records.
• Responsible for 5S in assigned work areas.
• Perform cleaning and housekeeping within the departments.
• Assist in stocking supply inventory in the Extrusion and Slitting Department.
• Understand the operation of the re-winders.
• Observe equipment operations so that malfunctions can be detected, and notify operators of any malfunctions.
• Perform other miscellaneous projects within the department

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Technical knowledge and/or experience of extrusion and slitting machines and processes preferred, but not required
• Experience in Manufacturing is a plus, but not required
• Solid verbal and written communication skills in English or Spanish
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read a ruler
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrates organizational skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Physically able to lift up to 40lbs
• Standing up to 12 hours per day on a rotating day or evening shift, up to 5 days/week
• Occasional twisting, turning, or bending to move items up to 50 lbs
• Alert state of mind to avoid safety hazards
• Able to read/see up to 1/16 of an inch

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

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 "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. 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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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)