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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

**Department:** Operations / Maintenance / Automation

**Reports To:** Maintenance Supervisor / Maintenance Manager on Duty

**FLSA Status:** NonExempt

**Work Environment:** Plastics Manufacturing (Amcor)

**Program:** NY State Registered Apprenticeship – Industrial Manufacturing Technician

**Partner Organization:** MACNY (Manufacturers Association of Central New York)

*Entry level hourly rate starting at $23.06*

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Technician Apprentice is an entry-level developmental role designed to build technical skills in industrial manufacturing within Amcor’s production environment. Through structured onthejob training and formal classroom education provided in partnership with **MACNY** under the **New York State Apprenticeship Program** , the apprentice will learn the core competencies of the Industrial Manufacturing Technician occupation.

The apprentice will rotate through key technical areas—including **Mold Technician** , **Automation Technician** , and **Equipment Maintenance** —to gain a comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment setup, troubleshooting, quality standards, safety protocols, and preventive maintenance.

Continuous learning is a requirement of this role, and participation in all MACNY apprenticeship coursework is mandatory for program completion.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

On-the-Job Learning

+ Assistand learn from skilledteam members (Mold Technicians, Automation Technicians, and Maintenance Technicians)in daily tasks.

+ Developproficiencyin machine setup, mold changes, adjustments, and troubleshooting.

+ Participate in diagnosing mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation system issues.

+ Support equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, and basic repairs.

+ Observe and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing, quality, and safety.

+ Learn tooperateproduction equipment and support root cause analysis for downtime or quality concerns.

+ Engage in continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, waste reduction, and process optimization.

Technical Skill Development

+ Build foundational knowledge in industrial manufacturing technologies such as:

+ Thermoforming and molding processes

+ Automation systems and robotics

+ Machine sensors, actuators, and control systems

+ Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting

+ Maintenance documentation and CMMS use

+ Develop competencies aligned with the NYS Industrial Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship standards.

Safety & Compliance

+ Follow all Amcor safety requirements and activelyparticipatein safety programs.

+ Learn and apply Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and hazard recognition.

+ Maintain a clean and organized workspace consistent with 5S and Amcor Safety Culture standards.

Educational Requirements

+ Attend and successfully complete all related instruction as required by MACNY’s NY State Apprenticeship Program, including:

+ Scheduled coursework

+ Testing and skill evaluations

+ Required study hours

+ Maintaingood academic standing and meet all NYS program requirements for progression.

Documentation, Compliance & Safety

+ Completeaccuratemaintenance logs, inspection reports, and work orders in the CMMS.

+ Follow all Amcor safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), proper PPE use, and machine guarding requirements.

+ Support compliance with ISO, quality, environmental, and safety standards.

+ Maintain clean, organized, and safe workspaces.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

+ Communicate equipment and facility issues promptly to senior technicians and supervisors.

+ Work cooperatively with production teams to address equipment concerns.

+ Support continuous improvement programs including 5S, lean manufacturing, and process enhancement initiatives.

+ Engage in skill-building,crosstraining, and professional development as directed.

Qualifications

+ **Willingness to** **participate** **in a multi-year apprenticeship program**

+ **Strong mechanical interest and aptitude**

+ **Ability to follow instructions, learn new skills, and work in a team environment**

+ **Commitment to full participation in all** **classroom** **and** **on** **the** **job** **training components**

+ **Basic computer skills for training, documentation, and communication**

Education & Experience

+ High school diploma or GED

Preferred (but not** **required** **)

+ Prior exposure to manufacturing, trade work, or technical coursework

+ Experience with hand tools, equipment operation, or technical problem-solving

+ Interest in long-term career growth in industrial manufacturing, maintenance, or automation.

Competencies Developed Through the Apprenticeship

By the completion of the apprenticeship, the Manufacturing Technician Apprentice will be able to:

+ Perform mold setup, machine adjustments, and basic mechanical repairs

+ Troubleshoot routine production and automation issues

+ Conduct safety inspections and support quality checks

+ Interpret technical documentation (schematics, SOPs, blueprints)

+ Communicate issues effectively with maintenance, engineering, and production teams

+ Demonstrateproficiencyin all NY State Industrial Manufacturing Technician competency areas

+ Support continuous improvement, equipment reliability, and operational excellence at Amcor

Program Details

+ **Length:** As defined by the NY State Apprenticeship Program (typically 18–24 months)

+ **Structure:** Combination of supervisedonthejobtraining and classroom instruction

+ **Credentials Earned:** NYS Registered Apprenticeship Completion Certificate

+ **Advancement Opportunities:** May include Mold Technician, Automation Technician, Maintenance Technician, or other skilled roles within Amcor

Physical Requirements

+ Ability tolift upto 50 lbs. and perform tasks involving standing, walking, bending, climbing, reaching, or kneeling.

+ Work in environments that may involve heat, cold, noise, heights, or confined spaces.

Other Requirements

+ Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize early signs of equipment or building deterioration.

+ Reliability, punctuality, and adherence toestablishedprocedures.

+ Ability to work independently with guidance and as part of a team.

+ Willingness to work overtime oroffshiftasrequiredto support production and maintenance needs.

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

+ 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)

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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