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Maintenance Assistant - PART TIME

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Amcor

Allentown, PA (In Person)

Part-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

Maintenance Assistant
  • PART TIME
    Amcor
  • 3.
4 Allentown, PA Job Details Part-time 9 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Forklift Certification Lifting equipment Saws Record keeping Welders (tool) English Forklift Plastics blow molding Shop math Drills Grinding tools Computer skills Emergency response procedures Pallet jack Material handling equipment operation
Full Job Description Job Description Position Overview:
Performs general maintenance and preventative / predictive maintenance on a variety of injection, auxiliary and plant support equipment in an Assistants capacity
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
PART TIME UP TO 24 HOURS A WEEK
Keeps molding machines free of debris and oil. Cleans the production area floor around the production equipment. Supplies maintenance and production equipment with proper lubrication. Paints equipment using spray gun or paintbrush. Performs general repair work on building All work performed will be in accordance to GMP's. Maintains machines, tools and work area in a clean and safe orderly manner. Must perform all duties within established safety guidelines and procedures. Follow lock-out/tag-out procedures. Follow requirements established under Job Safety Analysis training. Other duties as assigned. Follows all established safety rules and guidelines as outlined in the Amcor "No Injuries Safety Contract" and as trained. Understands and communicates all hazards and safety issues to co-workers and Supervisors. Properly uses all required personal protective equipment. Authorization Must have basic math skills to include addition, subtraction, division, multiplication and decimals. Must be able to speak, write and read effectively using the English language in order to understand work orders, safety notices and other forms of written communication. Ability to print legibly and fill out forms. Must be able to retain machine locations, equipment rooms and safety equipment. Logical reasoning with the ability to respond to instructions and follow through and notify Supervisor when instructions or requirements are not clearly understood. Must be able to plan basic day based on list of objectives that are noted on daily work lists. Must posses a Setco forklift license and be able to operate and hand jack and powered work platforms. Must be able to respond in emergency situations such as fires and accidents. Must be capable of using hand drills, grinders and saws. Must have good manual dexterity. Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions. Must be able to work overtime, if needed.
Qualifications:
Education Education and Experience High school diploma or graduate of vo-tech program preferred
Other Requirements:
Supplies own tools sufficient to perform maintenance tasks in the disciplines of the scope needed to perform assigned duties. This includes basic electrical test tools, industrial hand tools, air tools, hand tools, plumbing tools, welding tools, and specialty tools needed for specific job tasks in blow molding and injection, and mold repair / maintenance. Must also supply own toolbox to adequately secure tools. Ability to recognize and understand numbers and values related to job functions. Ability to visually and mentally make priority decisions / judgement calls based on the situation at hand. Proficient hand / eye coordination to operate equipment and assemble packaging for shipment. Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to efficiently and effectively use a computer and related software related to record keeping and machine troubleshooting / maintenance.
Training Requirements :
New Hire Training (see new hire orientation check list) Monthly Safety and related (CBT) Training (see plant training schedule) SAP Computer Training (internal) GMP Plant Training (Internal)
  • Annual HACCP Plant Training (Internal)
  • Annual Glass, Brittle Plastic, Ceramic Fragment Avoidance and Containment Program
  • Annual Food Defense
  • Annual Communicable Disease
  • Annual Forklift Certified based on job duties Aeriel Lift Certification Arc Flash Training Physical Requirements Normal Vision Distant Vision Near Vision Hearing/ Listening Sitting Talking/Speaking Hand/Finger Dexterity Walking Standing Stooping Pushing/Pulling Bending Kneeling Climbing Lifting (amount 50+ pounds) Carrying (amount 50+ pounds) Driving
  • Forklift Lifting (amount < 50 pounds) Carrying (amount < 50 pounds) Driving
Automobile/truck/van Other Physical Requirements:
Lift / push / pull up to 100 pounds 50 feet using a hydraulic hand jack (this is the equivalent of a static push / pull of approximately 70 pounds).Maximum frequent lifting weight of 75 pounds from ground to 6 feet overhead. Occasional frequency of lifting up to 100 pounds from ground to 6 feet overhead .Maximum frequent carrying weight of 60 pounds for 10 feet .Employees are required to stand / walk for up to 11 hours per shift on a concrete floor .Employees must be able to work 12-hour shifts day or nights, including weekends and holidays. Employees are required to bend; turn / twist; kneel; squat; crawl; climb; reach out and up; turn wrist; grasp; pinch; and have finger manipulations.
Work Environment :
Plant Manufacturing Setting 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. To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity 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. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "
Know Your Rights:
Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster . If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. E-Verify We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States. 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)