Inspector/Packer

About the role

Entry-level Inspector/Packer position at Amcor Mundelein. No prior manufacturing experience required. This role offers a safe, clean, and temperature-controlled working environment with opportunities for training and advancement into operating converting machines.

Responsibilities

• Start-up and shutdown equipment
• Train new inspector operators in the area
• Reinforce safety and environmental principles and ensure adherence to standard operating procedures
• Operate computers to monitor and adjust process variables
• Communicate via shift logs and provide proper relief to ensure continuous plant operation
• Inspect raw materials and finished product
• Conduct product inspection to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures
• Report incidents or near misses affecting safety, health, or the environment
• Acquire knowledge of operations, equipment, instrumentation, and processes
• Communicate within the group to update Maintenance and Operators on shift events and potential fixes

Requirements

• Manufacturing experience preferred but not required
• Technical knowledge of bag/pouch machines preferred but not required
• Knowledge of pouch/bag making, film handling fundamentals, and troubleshooting preferred but not required
• Solid verbal and written communication skills in English or Spanish
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read a ruler
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrates organizational skills

Physical Demands

• Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs
• Standing up to 12 hours per day, up to 5 days per week
• Occasional twisting, turning, or bending to move items up to 50 lbs
• Alert state of mind to avoid safety hazards
• Able to read/see up to 1/16 of an inch

Benefits

• Benefits start on day one
• Up to 8% 401k company match
• Quarterly eligibility for bonuses
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Paid time off (starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees)
• Company-paid holidays (starting at 8 days per year)
• Wellbeing programs and 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
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

Schedule

• Flexible shift schedules including 12-hour and 8-hour shifts
• 12-hour shifts: 2-2-3 schedule on days (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM) or nights (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM). Must be available to work weekends and holidays
• 8-hour shifts: 2nd shift (2:00 PM - 10:00 PM) and 3rd shift (10:00 PM - 6:00 AM)