Packer, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Amcor Flexibles, LLC is seeking a Packer for their manufacturing facility in Shelbyville, KY. The role involves packing and wrapping finished products, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and operating a forklift. Candidates should have strong communication skills and basic computer knowledge. The position requires adherence to sanitation guidelines and participation in training. Amcor is committed to sustainability and provides opportunities for impactful work in the packaging industry.
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,
Job Description

I.

Purpose:

The packer position is responsible for the packing and wrapping of finished products, in accordance with client packing specifications. The packer is also responsible for the movement of materials within the department and for storing or staging materials in designated areas.

II.

Duties
• Follows safe operating procedures and complies with all EHS and GPM guidelines to ensure that only the highest safety standard is maintained.
• Performs tasks within acceptable limits for quality, quantity, sanitation, and timeliness of completion, paying particular attention to prevent and eliminate costly errors.
• Meets Company's attendance requirements, including timely reporting of absence and working overtime, as requested.
• Checks and inspects materials received from prior operations to verify accuracy and conformance to specifications on Work order form.
• Understands and follows basic packing instructions including: box pack, bulk pack, poly wrap
• Creates packing documents in accordance to client requirements.
• Operates a forklift to move finished materials throughout the department area.
• Complies with sanitation guidelines and good manufacturing practices related to neatness, product cleanliness and personal hygiene.
• Maintains a neat and orderly work area, in accordance to 5S Standards, by cleaning spills and disposing of trash on a timely basis.
• Participates in on-the-job training and instruction to learn other job tasks.
• Complies with Company policies and performing other duties as assigned.

III.

Knowledge

1.

Requirements
• Strong communication skills and the ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be able to operate basic hand tools.

2.

Sources
• 0 to 1 years experience in a manufacturing setting.

IV.

Contacts

1.

Internal
• Daily contact with maintenance workers, shift supervisor, production employees and production planners.

2.

External
• Limit exposure to external contacts.

V.

Responsibility

The packer position is responsible for the packing and wrapping of finished products, in accordance with client packing specifications.

VI.

Physical Requirements

The position requires an employee to stand and walk for an extended period of time. Exposure to moderate noise levels and potential hazardous materials. Must be able to lift a maximum of 55 lbs and must adhere to PPE and GMP requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case by case basis.

When form complete, e-mail to supervisor for approval. Supervisor e-mails to June Haig, Nancy Koepke, or Melanie Higgins.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities,…