Slitting Operator

at Amcor Flexibles Inc in Mundelein, Illinois, United States

Job Description

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, visitwww.amcor.com.

Job Description
This position will support all production operations to optimize output and minimize waste while maintaining excellent quality and safety standards. Assist in the manufacture of quality products (per customer standards) as determined by the production schedule and or supervisor. To gain understanding of the technical knowledge required in the manufacturing process, and will continuously improve skills and productivity through teamwork. Performing housekeeping chores as needed, to maintain a safe and orderly work environment.
Job Dimensions:
12 hour schedule on days (6:00AM-6:00PM) or nights (6:00PM-6:00AM). Must be available to work weekends and Holidays.

Principal Accountabilities:
Be proactive with product quality, process and machine issues.
Assist in maintaining machines and auxiliary equipment.
Perform all functions including operation of slitter, product inspection, area clean up, quality testing requirements, etc
Communicate within the group to insure co-workers are kept up to date with what occurred during the shift. Must be able to anticipate things that will come up after shift change and communicate all shift activities verbally and through documenting in shift logs.
Set up and operate line to meet product requirements.
Record machine and process conditions.
Perform and document quality checks.
Operate machine to achieve and exceed standard scrap and efficiencies
Qualifications/Requirements
Knowledge & Experience:
Technical and mechanical knowledge of slitting machines
Film handling fundamentals
Manufacturing experience preferred
Education & Certifications:
High school diploma or GED, Associates Degree and/or industrial certification preferred
Skills/Abilities/Behaviours:
Solid verbal and written communication skills
Mechanic aptitude
Good troubleshooting and problem solving skills are essential
Demonstrates organizational skills
Read dimensional graphic templates in both metric/standard and apply to finished product
Basic computer skills
Physical Demands
Physically able to lift 50 lbs
Standing up to 12 hours per day on a rotating day or evening shift, up to 5 days per week
Occasional twisting, turning, or bending to move items up to 50 lbs.
Alert state of mind to avoid safety hazards, Able to make fast reaction to visual/sound signal
Able to read/see up to 1/16 of an inch
Able to read; must be able to read English text, blueprints. Write, speak and understand English directions/instructions
Writing skills required: Must be able to communicate in writing with all levels of the organization in English

Work Environment
Job is performed near moving mechanical parts and occasionally in high, precarious places.... For full info follow application link.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity 

Amcor Flexibles - United States 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 Law" Poster 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 847-362-9000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.