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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.

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Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: Machine Operator I

_12 Hour schedule, 7a-7p, Work 4 days and then off 4 day._

Job Summary:

_Primary Purpose_

Responsible for the safe & quality operation and proficient understanding of downstream equipment and machinery including; palletizers, strapping machines, wrapping machines, forklifts, grinding machines, unscramblers and overall flow of product. Operation of downstream equipment involves performing short-cycle, repetitive, and control functions in set patterns to attain high-quality production output that meets or exceeds customer expectations.

Specific Responsibilities/Essential Functions

1. Follows all established safety rules and guidelines as outlined in the Employee Handbook and as trained during the various safety-related training programs. Understands and communicates all hazards and safety issues to co-workers and managers/supervisors. Properly uses all personal protective equipment.

2. Before your shift begins, coordinate issues as to who is running which bulk? Who will go to the rework area? Who will take first break, etc.?

3. Must be able to quickly grasp operation of downstream equipment and possess trouble-shooting ability.

4. Ensure the downstream equipment is always in good and safe condition and maintained clean.

5. Knows and practices safe and proper start-up and shutdown procedures for each machine.

6. Report and Maintains standard production objectives through proper machine operation and record hourly visuals.

7. Performs adjustments to machinery involving hand movements and simple hand tools to ensure smooth, continued machine operation and during changeovers.

8. Has authority to stop machines/production to communicate machine problems and breakdowns to lead.

9. Inspects product for quality defects. Has authority to stop production due to quality issues.

10. Maintains housekeeping of all assigned areas. This includes applying Good Manufacturing Practices to meet plant goals and continuous improvement.

11. Inspects product for quality defects. Has authority to stop production due to quality issues.

12. Maintains housekeeping of all assigned areas. This includes applying Good Manufacturing Practices to meet plant goals and continuous improvement.

13. Complete all required downstream paperwork (rework, bulk downtime, non-conforming sheets, etc.) and hand in at the end of the shift.

14. Effectively run the machines and ensure it has enough raw materials.

15. Show understanding of the recycling procedures.

16. Report any mechanical issues to the Maintenance Technician. Track down any defects and reporting them to the QA Technician.

17. Become an active member of the downstream conversion team.

18. Assist as needed in training new operators.

19. Performs other related duties as directed by the shift lead or site manager.

Reporting Relationship

This position reports to the shift supervisor and is also directed by the shift lead.

Job Specifications and Requirements:

Education and Experience

Requires high school diploma or equivalent.

Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Level of Authority & Authorization

• Those employees with authorized training, have the ability to shut down / stop equipment if continued operation is a threat to any employee’s health and safety

• Stop production for unacceptable quality or food safety concerns.

• Quarantine out-of-specification products, materials or supplies.

• Authority to make process adjustments.

Contact any member of Management without fear of reprisal concerning questions, suggestions, or complaints regarding quality, working conditions or job environment

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Other Requirements:

Ability to recognize and understand numbers and values and enters this information into an on-line database accurately. A strong mathematical ability is essential.

Ability to visually distinguish visual defects.

Proficient hand/eye coordination to operate equipment.

Ability to visually and mentally make priority decisions and independent judgment calls based on the situation at hand.

Ability to assist in new operator training when needed.

Ability to efficiently and effectively use a computer and related software.

Ability to read and write in English.

Ability to work all shifts and required overtime.

Additional Training Requirements:

• Safety Procedures

• Machine Op I

• LOTO

• Fire/Evacuation

• Accident Reporting

• Safety Contract

• House Keeping

• Bloodborne pathogen

• Right to Know/Hazard Communications/Chemical Control

• Emergency Evacuation

• Ladder Safety/Fall Protection

• Monthly Training (see plant training schedule)

• GMP plant Training (internal)

• HACCP plant training (internal)

The above requirements and training are not limited to the above and could be one or more depending on job assignment. Requirements may include all other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to exert 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently.

• Required to stand/walk for up to 12 hours per shift on a concrete floor and is frequently required to do the following; carry up to 50lbs.

• Bend, squat, kneel.

• Must be able to climb steps and ladders frequently.

• Reach overhead and outward with frequency.

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

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 _"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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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)

About Amcor

Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. We are guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. Supported by a commitment to safety, over 75,000 people generate $23 billion in annualized sales from operations that span over 400 locations in more than 40 countries. NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC

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