Material Handler

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 Summary:

Responsible for the safe & quality operation and proficient understanding of loading, unloading, and moving raw materials within or near plant, and regrinds scrap product.  

Abides by all Amcor’s Safety and Quality policies and procedures. MUST BE ABLE TO OPERATE A FORKLIFT in a safe, but proficient manner.  Must be able to do so for a 12-hour period. Supply necessary raw materials to production as needed. Must be able to stack finished product in warehouse in a neat manner. Must be flexible and able to work any shift. Must be able and willing to work in a fast-paced environment that can change instantly. Must be able to work safely and in a very tight production area. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Must willingly accept any other duties/changes to position to fit the needs for production as requested by Shift Supervisor. Must wear safety equipment, personal protective equipment, as required in the area or to perform specific job duties.

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 fine variations in color and other 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 efficiently and effectively use a computer and related software.
• Ability to work all shifts and required overtime.

Additional Training Requirements: 

• New Hire Training (see new hire orientation)
• Monthly Training (see plant training schedule)
• SAP Computer Training
• GMP plant training (internal) - annual
• HACCP plant training (internal) – annual
• Glass and Brittle Plastic and Ceramic Fragment Avoidance and Containment Program – annual
• Food Defense – annual
• Communicable Disease – annual
• Forklift certification and/or recertification training based on job duties.

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.

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Physical Requirements:

Ability to move, lift/push/pull on a continual basis:  this is a physically demanding job as outlined by the U.S. Department of Labor.  Incumbent is required to transport loads from inside and outside warehouses.  

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)