Electrician

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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Job Description

Electrical Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance and repair of various equipment and systems in an industrial or manufacturing environment. This role typically requires a versatile skill set, as the technician must be capable of working on a wide range of machinery, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. 

Maintenance and Repair: Perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on various industrial machinery, equipment, and systems, including but not limited to motors, pumps, conveyors, PLCs, HVAC systems, and electrical panels.

• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment failures, determining root causes, and implementing effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Electrical Work: Install, repair, and maintain electrical systems, including wiring, circuit breakers, transformers, and control panels, ensuring compliance with electrical codes and safety regulations.
• Mechanical Work: Perform maintenance and repair of mechanical systems, including bearings, gearboxes, belts, and other mechanical components.
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems: Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including valves, cylinders, and compressors.
• Welding and Fabrication: Perform welding, brazing, and metal fabrication tasks as needed for equipment repair and modification.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and actively participate in safety training and audits.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, maintenance logs, and inventory usage. Update and maintain equipment manuals and schematics.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing ideas for enhancing equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other maintenance technicians, engineers, and production staff to coordinate repairs and maintenance activities. Provide guidance and training to junior technicians as needed.

Work Environment:

• The work is performed in a manufacturing or industrial setting, which may include exposure to noise, heat, cold, and other environmental factors.
• The role may require working in shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as on-call availability for emergency repair.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED required. Completion of an apprenticeship program or technical school training in electrical work is highly preferred.
• Additional certifications in specialized areas (e.g., PLCs, high-voltage systems) are beneficial.

Experience: 3-5 years of experience with industrial electrical and/or maintenance or similar role.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including motors, generators, transformers, and control systems.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and electrical diagrams.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex electrical issues.
• Familiarity with PLC programming and automation systems.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal electrical codes and safety regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in various industrial environments.
• Capable of lifting heavy equipment and working in physically demanding conditions.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime and on-call shifts as needed.

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing plant that involves exposure to loud noises, hazardous materials, and varying temperatures. Adherence to safety protocols is critical to avoid injury.

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

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.

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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)