AF Hazleton, PA, USA
7 days ago
Bag Machine Operator Apprentice
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 www.amcor.com.  

Job Description

I.  Purpose

The purpose of this position is to set up 2 lines making up 1 bag machine to produce bags and make adjustments as needed to maintain the run process of each job for a good quality product.   This includes packing bags in cartons after each wicket is filled with the appropriate count of bags.

II.  Duties

          Task 1: Machine Operation

Make hand adjustments to Bag Machine as needed with every job change. Control panel has a height of 49.5”- 61.5” with a 18”-20” reach to push button and turn dial controls.Re-web machine if webbing breaks during a job. The webbing area has a top height of 80” and the bottom rollers are at 34.”Change punch units and adjust knife placement on Bag machine, and/or set electrical eye.Stop and re-start machine after adjustments are made, if necessary.Place metal wicket on wicket holder.Place cardboard chip holder on metal wicket prongs.Place rubber washers over cardboard on metal wickets.

            Task 2: Packing

Remove flat boxes from supply table and unfold to make a packing box.

(Supply table is 39” high x 32” wide x 30” deep and holds cardboard boxes, stickers, wickets, and ¾” rubber stoppers.)

Place appropriate sticker on packing box.Ensure as the machine cuts the bags that the paddles are placing the bags correctly on the prongs of the metal wicket holder.Move wicket when bag count is completed to the wicket stand.Pull out any bad bags before packing in the box and discard bag bags in waste bins.Place another cardboard holder and rubber washer on top of bags through the wicket prongs.Remove entire wicket of bags from holding area for packing.  (Wicket holders are set at the appropriate height for each operator with ergonomics in mind, approx.. 41”- 46” high.)Carry completed wickets 6-10 feet and place into packing box.Push completed box of product onto conveyor belt; requires 25” reach to belt.

            Task 3: Paperwork

Check job assignments and compare for proper labeling.Check off job as they are completed.Place completed jobs in the completed bin hanging on the machine.

            Task 4: Clean- up Work Area

Pick up bad bags.Sweep up around machine.Use Air Hose to remove debris.Use brass pad and brush to clean hot knife.

      

III.  Knowledge

1.  Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.Manufacturing experience preferred, but not required.Good computer skills.Ability to work with and interact effectively and professionally with coworkers in a team environment.Good math skills.Must be able to read, understand, and stay current with all department work instructions and procedures.Good organizational skills.

2.  Sources

             On-the-job training is provided by the company.

IV.  Contacts

1.  Internal

    Has daily contact with the Bag Helper about supplies and job orders needed for the Bag Machine.  Daily contact with the immediate Crew Leader in relation to work assignments and instructions.

2.  External

NA

V.  Responsibility

Safety is top priority.Ensure the set-up of the bag machine is accurate for gusset, holes, etc. on bag being produced per customer’s order form.Do quality checks to prevent the customer from receiving out of specification bags or from producing as little waste as possible.Ensure bags are to customer order specifications.Comply with all AIB, Safety, and Company policies.Participate and attend on-site employee meetings.Regular attendance is required.Willing to work overtime when needed.

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 teamOur customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovationOur investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returnsThe 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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