Thermoforming Maintenance Apprentice

Location: RPSNA Evansville (EVV) IN

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

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

Thermoforming Maintenance Apprentice

You’re an innovative thinker, passionate about the planet and eager to play a role in creating sustainable packaging that keeps the world healthy, fed and working. As part of our world-class, performance-focused team you’ll, support the efficient operation of thermoforming equipment by assisting in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of machinery under the guidance of experienced technicians. This role is designed to develop technical skills and knowledge in mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems specific to thermoforming processes. The apprentice will learn to troubleshoot equipment issues, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Through hands-on training and mentorship, the apprentice will contribute to minimizing downtime and enhancing production reliability while progressing toward becoming a fully qualified maintenance technician.

Key Job Accountabilities 

As part of the Thermoforming Maintenance Team, you’ll be responsible for…

• Inspect and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic, electrical, and mechanical systems on thermoforming equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance procedures as specified in the QSI system.
• Complete work assigned by Group Leader or Asst. Group Leader.
• Communicate activities with Group Leader and other members of department.
• Maintain neat and orderly appearance of the shop and printing equipment.
• Obtain parts in emergency cases.
• Assist in other departments as requested by Group Leader or Asst. Group Leader.
• Seek training to stay current with job requirements.
• Assume control of machine when a situation arises which has potential for personal injury or rapid deterioration of machine.

Qualifications/Requirements 

Education:

• High school diploma / GED equivalent.
• Willingness to complete an apprenticeship program.

Practical:

• Relevant past work experience.
• Able to accept responsibility for work performed.
• Able to work independently and with others.
• Able to work independently in a potentially isolated area of the building.
• Knowledge on mechanical systems.
• Basic trouble shooting skills.
• Must be self-motivated and self-disciplined abiding by all Berry Plastics codes of ethics, safety polices and rules.
• Verbal communication adequate to use a radio and or paging system to contact other co-workers in other areas of the complex.
• Ability to Safely use a forklift independently and maintain all applicable training requirements for use in high traffic, low clearance areas while not posing a safety risk to others.

Physical Expectations:

• Hearing sufficient to recognize and respond to shouted warnings, alarms and horns on forklifts.
• Stereo optical vision of 20/40 or better and peripheral vision of 70 degrees or greater and ability to read 10–12-point font at a distance of 12-18 inches.
• Able to see and identify colors. (Complete an “Ishiharar” color Vision Test)
• Able to stand/walk for 11 hours of a 12-hour shift.
• Able to use both hands for effective manipulation of tools/parts.
• Ability to work at heights (with or without fall protection).
• Must not be at risk of sudden alterations in consciousness.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds at a minimum of 10 times per day.
• Ability to push/pull loads of approx. 45 lbs. at a minimum of 10 times per day/shift.
• Able to work in extremes of heat/cold.
• Able to work overhead or in awkward positions on a frequent basis.
• Ability to occasionally climb on and off a forklift safely and without assistance.

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)