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

POSITION:                             Quality Technician

WORK SCHEDULE:              D Shift – 3:50PM to 4:00AM Rotating 12 Hour Shifts

REPORTS TO:                        Quality Supervisor

STATUS:                                Hourly

LOCATION:                           10N. Mitchell Court Addison IL 60101

Position Overview

 

Quality Technician provide overall front-line support to the production of quality product with a basic understanding of visual inspection using various lab equipment and methods. Qualified candidates must have an overall understanding of the various processes including product descriptions, critical measurements, weights, and customers. Provides control and maintenance of fundamental quality systems information with the ability to understand & follow basic testing practices & guidelines; ability to perform measurements & testing on lab equipment provided.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

Observe all safety rules/regulations and perform duties in a safe an efficient manner. Properly uses all required personal protective equipment.Promotes and follow all corporate and local OSHE and Quality policy and guidelinesFollows all corporate and local policy, procedures, and guidelinesFollows all job specific Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, and Form Controlled DocumentsFollows all Good Manufacturing PracticesCollects and evaluate plastic molded product by using various inspection techniques and equipmentReviews the shop floor paper for all customer requirements on the manufacturing process.Reviews Quality Inspection Plan (QIP) and product drawings to ensure revisions are current; report discrepancies as needed.Determines from factory drawing and QIPs what samples are to be taken inspected from each linePerforms dimensional examination on all samples as per QIP requirementsPerforms the Hold Ware Procedure for out of specification ware produced until corrective action is verified by re-check. Places product on Hold/HFI as needed. All items placed on hold must be placed on hold physically and within Quality Systems.Alerts Management of potential quality problems to assure that defective product or raw materials are not used or shipped to the customer.Has the authority to stop machines / production & communicate issues effectively to QA Manager.Demonstrates organizational ability to complete daily assignments as required to meet internal and external customer requirements in a concise detailed manner.Enters required data with minimal errors in Real SPC System, follows Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).Audits and maintains accurate records for product capability and traceability.Performs Start of Run Inspection Procedure as required.Performs sample examination to determine acceptable visual quality according to quality standards and customer requirements.Performs appropriate product functional tests to include leak detection, flame treatment, drop, and rub any other functional tests.Perform carton label inspection and verify correct packing and packaging procedures as per shop floor instructionsUnderstands SPC & is able to interpret quality data and statistics.Applies and enforces Good Manufacturing Practices & HACCP requirements to meet plant goals.Demonstrates organizational ability to complete daily clean-up assignments, and adequately maintains good housekeeping throughout the entire area of responsibility.Directly responsible for the proper support to the Production Department and all other team members to ensure a positive team environment.Fulfill QA obligation for the Visual/Attribute Inspection Procedure every other hour and as well as weight checks.Notifies Production Lead/Supervisor of any rejected attributes found and of other quality related issues.Performs all corrective/ preventive actions as well as effectiveness check as needed. These are communicated by the Quality Manager anytime there is a complaint.Understand and communicates customer complaints to other employees to create awareness of the different defects.Analyzes dimensional attribute data to identify any trends or non-conformances.Trains other employees in areas of expertise, when required.Assists other job classifications, when required.Performs other related duties as directed by the Quality Manager, Supervisors or Leads.Can act as the IFS PACSecure Assistant Nominated Representative.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency preferred; in lieu of education, equivalent quality technician experience accepted.Possess a high level of attention-to-detail and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.Previous quality inspector/technician/auditor experienceBe willing to work various shifts, hours, and overtime as required.Maintain an exceptional level of attendance and punctuality.Must have the necessary skills to perform reading, writing and mathematics in English as required.

Pay

The starting rate of pay for this is : $19.55

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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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision plans

Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees

Company-paid holidays starting at 9 days per year and may be slightly higher by location

Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits are available

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)