Packer I

Packer JobThe Packer is responsible for operating winders, completing quality checks as required, packaging and palletizing finished product, handling scrap product and assisting in scrap reduction while maintaining quality standards.Responsibilities:Must enter one near miss and one observation per month.Must review production ordersMust determine correct packing materials are available at the lineRemoves finished product from winders and places it on scales to verify weightWeigh and accurately record all product on work order/ continuation sheets.Places items in designated cartons as per production order specificationsPackage product per work order manufacturing notes and any other order instructions checking accuracy of labels and adherence to product guidelines.Places identification labels on product or skids per work order instructionsMust keep work area clean of scrap plastic, cardboard and other debrisMust be able to ensure that the quality is being followed according to work order specificationsAssist in giving breaks to peersCut scrap and separate properlyMust be able to work all equipment in stretch and minimum 5 equipment in customOther duties as assigned.Safety Commitment:Takes reasonable care for their own health and safetyTakes reasonable care for the health and safety of othersCheck equipment and work area for potential safety hazards and report those to the shift SupervisorAuthorized to stop work when a perceived unsafe condition or behavior may result in an unwanted eventUnderstands and actively participates in the company's EHS policy, goals, and objectivesRequirements:Must know how to read and use a tape measure and weigh scaleMust be able to lift up to 50 lbs., if over 50 lbs. require a team lift or mechanical aid such as a roll lift or forkliftMust be able to stand for 12 hoursMust be able to work rotating 12-hour shift including holidays and weekendsMust be able to bend, twist, and rotate body at all timesAble to work in a fast-paced environmentPhysical Requirements:The employee in this job is required to exert 50 pounds of force occasionally (less than 1/3 of time); and up to 35 pounds of force frequently (more than 1/3 of the total time); if over 50 lbs, requires a team lift or mechanical aid such as a roll lift or forklift.Must be able to stand for 12 hoursMust be able to work rotating 12 hour shift including holidays and weekendsMust be able to bend, twist, and rotate body at all timesReaching with hands and arms for as much as 100% of workdayTalking to communicate with othersHearing to communicate with others and respond to manufacturing and PIT equipment soundsUsing arms to grasp, handle, and typeWalking to operate production machines and to package and palletize finished productWork Environment:This position requires that the employee be able to work Outdoors 1/3 of the time or lessNear moving mechanical parts Over 2/3 of the timeHigh or precarious places 1/3 of the time or lessNear electrical components 1/3 of the time or lessNear vibrating equipment and tools 1/3 of the time or lessFumes from equipment or airborne particles 1/3 of the time or lessToxic or caustic chemicals 1/3 of the time or lessExtreme heat (non-weather) 1/3 of the time or lessExtreme cold (non-weather) NoneWet or humid conditions (non-weather) 1/3 of the time or lessLoud environments (equipment operation) 1/3 of the time or lessLanguage Skills:Must be able to read and write in EnglishEducation:High School diploma or GED preferredSalary Range:The starting rate of pay for this position is expected to be $18.65; however, starting pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience between $18.65 and $21.50.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.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.We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:Medical, dental and vision plansPaid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by locationCompany-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by locationWellbeing programs & Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings Account/Flexible Spending AccountLife insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefitsPaid Parental LeaveRetirement Savings Plan with company matchTuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)