Tool Technician

Responsibilities

• Exemplifies the Amcor Behaviors and Values at all times; leads by example and exhibits professionalism in all areas when representing Amcor inside and outside of the plant.
• Works in a professional manner with other maintenance personnel and mold technicians to keep all equipment in top working order, ensuring only quality product is released to the customer.
• Reads and interprets blueprints or works from verbal or written instructions, sketches, or from the actual part to be copied or fitted.
• Plans the setup and operation of various machine shop tools, considering types of material, tolerances, and machine tool feeds and speeds.
• Heat treats and welds parts as required.
• Uses precision measuring and gauging tools, performing required inspections before, during, and after machining.
• Uses hand tools of the trade for modifications as required.
• Fits and assembles mold parts, tools, and dies; sets up, runs off, and tests molds to produce a product meeting specification, tracing die difficulties to their source and making any necessary modifications.
• May assist machinists and millwrights in injection molding press overhaul.
• May assist product designers by providing information about potential manufacturing difficulties with new product designs.
• Performs various other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 2+ years industrial maintenance, manufacturing, technical school, and/or Associates degree from an accredited technical institute or combination of education and experience.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and injection molding machines.
• Familiarity with "hot runner" mold systems is highly preferred.
• Ability to communicate with designers concerning technical ramifications of designs.
• Excellent corrected vision to read blueprints and perform careful inspection of molds and test products.
• Excellent manual dexterity, muscular control, and a delicate touch to accomplish precision work without damage to valuable molds.

Skills

• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Good communication skills—verbal and written; must effectively communicate with employees, vendors, and customers.
• Independent in working effectively with little supervision; self-starter, displaying ability to work and deliver results in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work as a cross-functional team member.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include distance, peripheral, and depth perception.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.

About the Company

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people, and our planet. We champion our customers and help them succeed, play to win by adapting quickly in an ever-changing world, and make smart choices to safeguard our business, communities, and the people we serve. We invest in our world-class team, empowering colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

Benefits

• 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 (may vary by location).
• Wellbeing programs and Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term and 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).