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Thermoform Process Tech (2nd Shift)

Amcor

Lawrence, KS

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LOCATION
Lawrence, KS
POSTED
25 days ago
Job Description


About the Role


This position is an excellent starting point for individuals looking to build a long‑term career in industrial maintenance and technical manufacturing. As a Thermoforming Technician, you’ll gain hands‑on experience with thermoforming and extrusion equipment, learn foundational mechanical and process‑related skills, and work alongside experienced technicians who will help you grow. This role offers structured training, exposure to advanced materials, and opportunities to advance into higher‑level maintenance or process‑focused positions. If you’re motivated, mechanically curious, and eager to develop your technical abilities, this is a strong entry point into the field.


Key Responsibilities


+ Monitor and operate Thermoform equipment to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient production.

+ Perform start-up, shutdown, and cycling procedures for the entire thermoforming line, including extruder, former, and trim press.

+ Troubleshoot and correct issues on the line to reduce downtime and scrap.

+ Perform and document in-process quality checks, communicate clearly during shift changes and collaborate with team members to resolve production issues.

+ Complete line changeovers and ensure all related documentation is filled out correctly.

+ Follow all environmental, health, and safety regulations, including GMP, HACCP, SQF, ISO, and company policies.

+ Ensure PPE is obtained and worn properly before shift starts.

+ Record accurate production data in systems such as WebEFF.

+ Support operators when issues arise, including assisting with defective parts and rework.

+ Collaborate with team members to maintain smooth operations and assist others as needed.

+ Support QA by verifying product specs and documenting rejected data when required.

+ Follow sanitation procedures, line clearance protocols, and equipment startup/shutdown checklists.

+ Keep the production area clean and organized, ensuring all chemicals and tools are stored properly.

+ Report safety concerns or abnormal machine behavior to supervisors immediately

+ Perform additional duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor or Assistant Group Leader.


Qualifications:


+ High school diploma or GED required.

+ Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot basic equipment and process issues.

+ Dependable work history with strong attendance and punctuality.

+ Effective communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.

+ Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality and safety standards.

+ Willingness to complete on-the-job training and demonstrate understanding of process responsibilities.

+ Ability to accurately complete documentation and enter data into production systems.

+ Must be able to adapt to changing priorities and production needs.


Physical & Environmental Requirements


+ Ability to lift 35 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs with assistance occasionally.

+ Ability to push or pull loads over 75 lbs occasionally.

+ Ability to stand or walk for up to 7 hours in an 8‑hour shift.

+ Ability to bend, lift, and shovel material as needed.

+ Ability to work in dusty or smoky environments intermittently.

+ Hearing sufficient to respond to alarms and forklift horns.

+ Vision requirements: 20/40 or better with peripheral vision of at least 70 degrees.

+ Ability to read 10–12‑point font at a distance of 12–18 inches.

+ Ability to use both hands effectively and work overhead or in awkward positions.

+ Ability to climb ladders safely and without assistance.


Additional Information


+ Compensation: $21.53/hour + shift differential

+ Work Schedule: 2nd Shift (3:00pm-11:30pm)

+ Ideal for individuals seeking growth in industrial maintenance or process technology.

+ Hands‑on training and advancement opportunities available.

+ PPE and specialized tools provided


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


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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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.


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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)


About Amcor


Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. We are guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. Supported by a commitment to safety, over 75,000 people generate $23 billion in annualized sales from operations that span over 400 locations in more than 40 countries. NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC 


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