Plastics Machine Operator

Job Description Job Title: Operator Level: Pay Grade: **Reports to *(Title):***Operations Manager Location Country/ City: New Albany BG: Rigid Packaging Full time/ Part time: Full Time BU: Specialty Containers Permanent/ Temp: Permanent Function: Operations Approved by Hiring Manager: Replacement/ Addition: Approved by HR Business Partner: About the Role The primary function of the Operator is to keep the Injection Stretch Blow Molding and/or Injection Molding lines running well and producing good bottles. Accountabilities and Responsibilities: - Perform preventative maintenance on ISBM/IM molds and machines. This includes cleaning the machine and the basement of the machine. - Start up and shut down molding equipment in a safe manner. Make mechanical and system adjustments to machines to correct quality issues in the bottles and process out defects. - Perform root cause analysis to determine true cause of machine issues. - Must be willing and able to document all adjustments and changes to machinery. - Perform quality checks on bottles per policy, documenting any and all issues in the quality system. - Perform or assist with mold changes as needed. - Respect Amcor Rigid Plastics' primary focus, that is to ensure the "Safety" of all co-workers, temporary workers, contractors, and visitors granted access to the plant. Adhere to all safety guidelines. - Must follow Amcor's policies and procedures to ensure quality standards, product safety and good manufacturing practices are maintained as per company standards. - Must be committed to providing our customers a product that is safe and meets specifications, regulations and statutory requirements. Relationships: - Amcor Co-workers - Internal Customers Physical Requirements Normal Vision Hearing/Listening Sitting Distant Vision Talking/Speaking Standing Near Vision Hand/Finger Dexterity Walking Stooping Pushing/Pulling Bending Kneeling Climbing Driving- Forklift Carrying (>50 pounds) Lifting (50+ pounds) Driving Automobile/truck/van Carrying ( Lifting (< 50 pounds) About You - High school diploma or equivalent preferred. - Experience operating, processing and making some mechanical adjustments to Injection Stretch Blow Molding (ISBM) and/or Injection Molding (IM) machines preferred. - Ability to visually and mentally make priority decisions/judgment calls based on the situation at hand. - Able to effectively present information and to respond to questions from management. - Demonstrates strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. - Good written and verbal communication skills are required including the ability to present information and respond in a group environment. - Proficient hand-eye coordination to operate equipment. What we offer you - Opportunity for career advancement with a global company - Competitive medical and dental benefits - 401k with company match - Gainsharing program - Paid vacation and holidays - Company paid life insurance - And more! The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Our