Poly Technician
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on293, Southeast 10th Street, Pryor Creek, Mayes County, Oklahoma, 74361, United States
About Amcor
Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions. With over 75,000 people generating $23 billion in annualized sales from operations spanning more than 40 countries, we provide flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons, and closures that are more sustainable, functional, and appealing. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second, relying on us for safe access to food, medicine, and other goods.
Our purpose is to elevate customers, shape lives, and protect the future. We are guided by our core value of safety, which is integral to how we do business. We champion our customers, play to win by adapting quickly in an ever-changing world, and invest in our world-class team to empower colleagues to unpack their potential.
About the Role
This position is essential to ensuring the correct resin blends are delivered to each manufacturing line. You will utilize poly pumps and blending equipment to support the manufacturing department's daily operations. Your work involves performing housekeeping around resin hook-up trees, blenders, extruders, and die carts, ensuring the production environment remains safe and efficient.
You will be responsible for engaging railcars for pumping, transferring resins, and identifying proper blends using silo reports and JDE numbers. A key part of your day involves inspecting incoming resin for contamination, logging railcar hook-up information, and monitoring inventory conditions to prevent outages. You will also play a vital role in training new team members on material handling and reporting any unsafe conditions immediately to EHS or management.
Our Expectations
We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our values every day. We win when our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing team, our customers grow from our quality and innovation, our investors benefit from consistent growth, and the environment is better off because of our leadership. We are committed to making safety our guiding principle and believe that when our people grow, so does our business.
Hiring Process
To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, please visit our careers page or our social media channels on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Facebook, and YouTube.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. We are committed to providing a secure and reliable experience for all job seekers. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a medical condition or disability, please contact us at 224-313-7000.
We also participate in E-Verify to verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.
Work location
Work model: On-site
293, Southeast 10th Street, Pryor Creek, Mayes County, Oklahoma, 74361, United States
Pryor Creek, Oklahoma
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePerform housekeeping around resin hook up trees, blenders, poly pumps, and extruders
- check_circleUse silo reports and JDE numbers to identify proper resins for each blend
- check_circleInspect incoming resin packaging for contamination using check sheets
- check_circleWear fall protection gear to open rail car hatches when necessary
- check_circleMaintain daily resin hopper check sheets on a designated frequency
- check_circleTrain new team members in material handling procedures
- check_circleHook up railcars to correct silos using pumps and line check procedures
- check_circleEngage railcars for pumping and adhere to all pumping SOPs
- check_circleLog railcar hook up information and material line movements in the log book
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Requirements
- verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred
- verifiedSix months as a Machine Tender/Packer or similar position
- verifiedKnowledge of resins and additives
- verifiedAbility to drive a forklift and pallet jack
- verifiedAbility to unload railcars
- verifiedAbility to operate Railcar Pumps
- verifiedBasic computer skills
- verifiedAbility to write legibly
- verifiedAbility to read and interpret documents
- verifiedAbility to compute rate, ratio and percent
Nice to Have
High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, and vision planscheck_circlePaid time off starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employeescheck_circleCompany-paid holidays starting at 8 days per yearcheck_circleWellbeing programs and Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Forklift, Pallet Jack, Railcar Pumps, Computer Skills, Resins, Additives, Railcars, Poly Pumps, Blending Equipment, Extruders.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Poly Technician at Amcor
What does a Poly Technician at Amcor do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Poly Technician at Amcor will perform housekeeping around resin hook up trees, blenders, poly pumps, and extruders; use silo reports and jde numbers to identify proper resins for each blend; inspect incoming resin packaging for contamination using check sheets; and wear fall protection gear to open rail car hatches when necessary.
What are the requirements for this Poly Technician role?expand_more
Amcor is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred; Six months as a Machine Tender/Packer or similar position; Knowledge of resins and additives; Ability to drive a forklift and pallet jack; Ability to unload railcars; and Ability to operate Railcar Pumps.
Where is the Poly Technician role at Amcor located?expand_more
Poly Technician at Amcor is based in 293, Southeast 10th Street, Pryor Creek, Mayes County, Oklahoma, 74361, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Poly Technician job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Amcor has listed this Poly Technician role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Poly Technician role?expand_more
Poly Technician at Amcor typically requires 0.5+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
What skills do you need for the Poly Technician role at Amcor?expand_more
Key skills for Poly Technician at Amcor include Forklift; Pallet Jack; Railcar Pumps; Computer Skills; Resins; Additives; Railcars; and Poly Pumps.
What education is required for Poly Technician at Amcor?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
What category does the Poly Technician role belong to?expand_more
Poly Technician at Amcor is part of the manufacturing job category on Recrutus.