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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

Job Title:  Maintenance Mechanic 2

Job Summary:

Primary Purpose

Perform general maintenance and preventative/predictive maintenance on a variety of blow mold, auxiliary and plant support equipment.  Individual is required to have proven knowledge and skill of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic theory and procedure to trouble shoot, perform preventative maintenance and complete necessary repairs.  The overall goal is to assist in minimizing downtime due to breakdown repairs and PM’s and to optimize the quality of products manufactured to the highest degree equipment is capable of producing.  Must have completed all training required of Maintenance Mechanic 1.

Specific Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Applies knowledge of the following in maintenance and repair of blow mold, auxiliary and support equipment; mechanical electrical pneumatic hydraulic theory and procedure

2.         Applies knowledge of machines and processes for each of the following to analyze, setup and maintain equipment for safe and continuous operation:

blow mold drying mechanical systems design construction

      Ability to apply knowledge of each technical requirement: Electrical Skills

Ability to read electrical schematics and identify symbols and control circuits with a high degree of competency.  Includes ability to understand and trouble-shoot PLC program and logic. 

Ability to competently trouble-shoot electrical circuits.

Must be capable of re-working or modifying electrical circuitry in order to change status of machine (i.e. installation of PLC’s , change motors, install relays and starters, install control circuits).

Hydraulic Skills

Ability to read hydraulic schematics and identify symbols and control circuits with a high degree of competency.

Ability to competently trouble-shoot a hydraulic circuit.

Must be capable of re-working and modifying equipment to repair, change or upgrade the status of equipment.

Mechanical Skills

Must be capable of performing maintenance on all types of equipment represented in the plant with a high degree of skill and competency.

Must have a reasonable degree of skill with refrigeration, drying, conveying, fluid pumps, blowing and vacuum pumps, pneumatic circuits and welding.

Supplies own tools sufficient to perform maintenance tasks in the disciplines of the scope needed to perform job task assigned.  This includes basic electrical test tools, industrial hand tools, some air and hand tools, plumbing tools, welding tools and a tool box adequate to secure the employee’s investment.

Maintains housekeeping of all assigned areas.  This includes cleaning up after making repairs and applying Good Manufacturing Practices to meet plant goals.

Is responsible to remain on each assignment until the job is complete or until released by a proper authority.

Follows all established safety rules and guidelines as outlined in the Employee Handbook and as trained during the various safety-related training programs.  Understands and communicates all hazards and safety issues to co-workers and managers/supervisors.  Properly uses all personal protective equipment. 

Performs other related duties as directed by the Maintenance Manager, Production Manager, or Shift Supervisor, and be willing to perform other duties as assigned that may not necessarily fall within the scope of the duties outlined above.

Reporting Relationship

This position reports to the Maintenance Manager.

Job Specifications and Requirements:

Education and Experience

Requires high school diploma or equivalent.  Some post-secondary education preferred (i.e., Technical or Vocational education).

All training required for a Maintenance Mechanic 1 must be completed to be considered a qualified candidate for this position.

Experience must include the proven ability to perform all the specific responsibilities/essential functions of the Maintenance Mechanic 1 position.

A minimum of five (5) years maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment if candidate is not currently employed with the Company.

Other Requirements:

Ability to recognize and understand numbers and values and enter this information into an on-line data-base accurately.  A strong mathematical ability is essential.

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 read and understand product specification drawings and related dimensional measurements to specifications as related to these drawings.  Ability to make decisions and judgment calls based on those findings is critical.

Ability to perform competently on any and all types of molding machinery and ancillary equipment including strong understanding of the blow-molding equipment used in the production process.

Ability to work all shifts and required overtime.

Training Requirements:

 New Hire Training (Haz Comm, BB Pathogens)

  Monthly Training (see plant training schedule)

  GMP/HACCP  Plant Training (internal)

  Department Specific Procedure training (internal)

As required by Management.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift/push/pull 70 pounds on a continual basis;  this is a heavy physical demand job as outlined by the U.S. Department of Labor.  Incumbent is required to stand/walk for up to 11 hours per shift on a concrete floor and is frequently required to do the following:  1)  lift up to 120 lbs. , 2)  carry up to 50 lbs.,  3)  push/pull up to 900 lbs. using a hydraulic hand jack (this is the equivalent of a static push/pull of approximately 70 lbs.)  Must occasionally squat/bend/kneel/reach/etc. in order to carry out the essential functions of the position.

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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