Tubes Technician

Beccles

1 month ago

Applications closed

Permanent Role as a Technician

About the role

You’re an innovative thinker, passionate about the planet and eager to play a role in creating sustainable packaging that keeps the world healthy, fed and working. You’ll be supporting the Technicians ensuring that quality items are produced in line with the company standards, on time and in full.

You will report to the Production Manager and the working hours are dependent on department.

Shifts will consist of Continental 12 hour shifts (36/48/36)

Key Job Accountabilities

As part of the Technician Team you’ll be responsible for…

Carrying out tool changes and setting for plastics moulding machinery
Fault finding on machinery, identifying mechanical faults, set up issues, ancillary equipment settings and production quality issues.
Report to your Supervisor when any machines are stopped for any reason other than tool changes. Report all machine faults if they cannot be cured or are affecting production and agree a suitable course of action.
Raise maintenance works orders detailing any machine faults to the maintenance department.
Carry out regular safety checks on all machines and equipment and take appropriate action to deal with any non- compliance.
Ensure a QC check is completed on machines or at your supervisor’s request accurately every 2 hours.
Ensure at every QC check that all visual & functional checks are carried out carefully & in accordance with procedures.
Always inform your supervisor when a bottle is not to specification and discuss and carry out appropriate corrective / remedial action.
Ensure that tool changes, colour changes etc., are carried out in accordance with the training procedure as laid down by the Manager/Technical supervisor or relevant work instructions.
Ensure the machines are running correctly and safely at all times in accordance with the Injection programme.

The post holder may be required to perform duties other than those given in the job description. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and would not themselves justify the re-evaluation of the post

Qualifications/Requirements
Technical qualification: Minimum Level 2 in Engineering/ Vehicle Maintenance or similar / equivalent
Clear and proven competence of recent work in a technical role in an engineering environment, E.G. Motor Mechanic, vehicle technician, Machinist, service engineer or similar
A logical and methodical approach to problem solving/fault finding issues
Ability to work on own initiative to achieve objectives and taking responsibility for work/action undertaken
Confident in challenging existing practices in a positive manner, and looking for continuous improvement in all areas of work
Ability to undertake duties in every respect as laid out in the job description (further to training if required).
Conscientious and thorough in all aspects of work responsibilities, and has a professional approach to work

Amcor Behaviours and Values

At Amcor, how we achieve success is just as important as what we achieve. The successful candidate will embody and promote our core behaviours and values:

Our Values

Safety

We actively take care of each other’s wellbeing, everyday. We Eliminate risks to provide a safe and healthy workplace.

Customers

We put our customers at the centre of what we do. We help them succeed and we grow together.

Winning

We consistently deliver results and strive to surpass expectations. We think ahead, we are always ready, and we overcome challenges.

Agility

We adapt quickly to succeed in an everchanging world.

Sustainability

We collaborate to create a better future for our Company, our communities and the environment.

Our Behaviors

I Do

I act with integrity at all times
I speak up and lead by example
I balance today and tomorrow

I Champion

I anticipate and address customer needs
I look externally for ideas
I innovate every day

I Dream

I see and pursue opportunities everywhere
I ask what if and why not?
I seek excellence and personal growth

I Make

I take initiative and find solutions
I learn quickly from mistakes
I don’t give up when things get difficult

I Play

I care for and support my colleagues.
I help the global business grow
I contribute to collaboration across Amcor

Company Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days Holiday (+ 8 bank holidays)

Christmas Shutdown

3% Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Group Income Protection Scheme

Company Sick Pay Scheme

Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme

Free hot and cold beverages with monthly “Sweet & Savoury” treats

Cycle to Work scheme

Long Service Awards

Free Car Parking

Learning and Development Opportunities

Refer a Friend

Discount on gyms

Bungay swimming pool

Christmas Hampers

Many more

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