Apprentice Quality Technician

Job Description Role Overview The Apprentice Quality Technician supports production by performing routine quality testing and audits to ensure products meet established specifications. This role focuses on learning and executing standard testing procedures, accurately documenting results, and communicating findings to the Quality Technician or Supervisor. The apprentice contributes to maintaining product quality while developing the skills needed for increased responsibility within the quality function. Your Role in Unpacking Possibilities Perform routine quality testing including break/hole testing using Cognex camera systems under guidance Conduct cling testing with proper sample preparation following standard procedures Assist in running ultimate stretch testing and recording key performance data Perform basic QA testing such as haze, transmission, and coefficient of friction (COF) as directed Complete scheduled quality audits across production lines using established checklists Accurately enter all test data into computer databases Assist in preparing QC and process records for the previous 24 hours Communicate test results and immediately report non-conformities to the Quality Technician or Supervisor Support production teams by providing timely and accurate test results Escalate quality concerns and potential scrap risks to appropriate personnel Maintain a clean and organized lab environment Follow direction from Quality Technicians and leadership during shift activities Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor Actively puts safety first in all responsibilities promoting Amcor’s safety culture What We Value Willingness to learn and develop technical skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a team environment Attention to detail and accuracy in testing and documentation Reliability and a proactive attitude What We Want From You Ability to read, write, and communicate in English effectively Basic computer skills including Excel and Word Ability to follow standardized procedures and instructions Strong organizational and documentation skills Ability to work rotating shifts 0–1 year of relevant experience preferred Percentage Breakdown of Role’s Responsibilities Quality testing execution – 45% Data entry and documentation – 25% Production support and communication – 15% Audits and compliance checks – 10% Lab maintenance and organization – 5% Relationships Quality Technicians Production Operators Production Supervisors Quality Control Team QC & Technical Manager Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements Work Environment: 50% office environment 50% plant/manufacturing floor Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, and move between production lines and testing areas (75–100%) Ability to lift up to 65 lbs (25–49%) Ability to read in English (75–100%) Ability to hear alarms and communicate effectively (75–100%) Ability to climb, stoop, and kneel (25–49%) Manual dexterity for handling materials and writing (25–49%) Working Conditions: Exposure to high noise levels Work near high-speed machinery and temperatures up to 550°F Exposure to forklift fumes and occasional smoke from production equipment Use of tools including knives 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. 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