Mold Set-Up Technician

Company:  Amcor plc
Location: Youngsville
Closing Date: 08/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / 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, visit
Job Description
Position Overview:
Technician sets up molds and cycle into specifications within a reasonable amount of time. Additionally, maintains all operations in a safe and efficient way and to insure quality acceptable and production requirements.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
Be able to set up molds and cycle into specifications within a reasonable amount of time. Know duties of service technician (Material Handler): a.) different types of material, b.) How to mix material, c.) Automatic color benders Quality Control: a.) distinguish different defects b.) Know the different dimensions. Basic knowledge of hydraulic systems and electrical systems of machines, have enough knowledge to troubleshoot minor problems. Understand materials and cycles so as to explain why different materials require different cycles. Make proper adjustments to machines when ware is not running into specs. Know proper way to shut down and start up machines. Assists in maintaining GMP within the plant, including housekeeping on assigned production lines. Have basic knowledge of all secondary equipment: a.) Set up flaming line, b.) Mold heaters, c.) Trouble shoot minor problems. Train and assist other production operators and know the duties performed by the Service Technician. Performs attribute inspections. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. Support Production/Documentation. Work overtime when needed , vacation coverage and set up when needed. Clean and PM molds and tooling as required. Clean and maintain the machines as required.
Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma
Experience: 5 years' work experience in related field.
Specific Knowledge: Must be familiar with plastic molding and troubleshooting machines. Good
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 links "EEO is the 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 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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