Maintenance Technician ; Facilities & Equipment

Maintenance Technician I (Facilities & Equipment)

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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 ever changing 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

Department: Operations / Maintenance / Automation

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor / Maintenance Manager on Duty

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Work Environment: Plastics Manufacturing (Amcor)

Program: NY State Registered Apprenticeship – Industrial Manufacturing Technician

Partner Organization: MACNY (Manufacturers Association of Central New York)

• Entry level hourly rate starting at $23.06*

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Technician Apprentice is an entry‑level developmental role designed to build technical skills in industrial manufacturing within Amcor’s production environment. Through structured on‑the‑job training and formal classroom education provided in partnership with MACNY under the New York State Apprenticeship Program, the apprentice will learn the core competencies of the Industrial Manufacturing Technician occupation.

The apprentice will rotate through key technical areas—including Mold Technician, Automation Technician, and Equipment Maintenance—to gain a comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment setup, troubleshooting, quality standards, safety protocols, and preventive maintenance.

Continuous learning is a requirement of this role, and participation in all MACNY apprenticeship coursework is mandatory for program completion.

• Assist and learn from skilled team members (Mold Technicians, Automation Technicians, and Maintenance Technicians) in daily tasks.
• Develop proficiency in machine setup, mold changes, adjustments, and troubleshooting.
• Participate in diagnosing mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation system issues.
• Support equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, and basic repairs.
• Observe and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing, quality, and safety.
• Learn to operate production equipment and support root cause analysis for downtime or quality concerns.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, waste reduction, and process optimization.

• Build foundational knowledge in industrial manufacturing technologies such as:
  • Thermoforming and molding processes
  • Automation systems and robotics
  • Machine sensors, actuators, and control systems
  • Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
  • Maintenance documentation and CMMS use
  • Develop competencies aligned with the NYS Industrial Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship standards.

• Follow all Amcor safety requirements and actively participate in safety programs.
• Learn and apply Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and hazard recognition.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace consistent with 5S and Amcor Safety Culture standards.

• Attend and successfully complete all related instruction as required by MACNY’s NY State Apprenticeship Program, including:
  • Scheduled coursework
  • Testing and skill evaluations
  • Required…