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Maintenance Mechanic II - Mold Shop

Amcor · Itasca, IL · Part time

Posted Mar 11, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you trained another technician or operator.

What they are checking: Whether they can teach others, which the posting lists as a duty.

Tell me about a time you were asked to work outside your normal job.

What they are checking: Whether they are flexible and willing to support other areas when needed.

What would you do

Production is pressuring you to start up before parts are fully in spec. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they protect quality under pressure and explain the risk clearly.

About the work

Walk me through setting up a mold and cycling it into specification.

What they are checking: Whether they know the full mold setup process, which is the main purpose of this role.

Why do different materials require different cycle settings?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how resin properties affect temperature, pressure and cooling, as the posting asks.

A part is showing short shots and flash. How do you troubleshoot it?

What they are checking: Whether they can tell defects apart and connect each one to a likely process cause.

How do you troubleshoot a hydraulic problem on a molding machine?

What they are checking: Whether they understand hydraulic systems well enough to find the fault safely.

How do you set up and check an automatic color blender?

What they are checking: Whether they can mix materials correctly so parts come out the right color and quality.

What does Good Documentation Practice mean when you record a mold change?

What they are checking: Whether they write records that are accurate, timely and traceable.

Walk me through how you safely shut down and restart a machine.

What they are checking: Whether they follow proper shutdown and startup sequences that protect people and molds.

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The full job description

As published by Amcor.

Job Description Primary Purpose : This position is responsible to set up molds and cycle into specifications, maintain all operations in a safe and efficient way and to ensure acceptable quality and production requirements. Essential Function and Responsibilities : • Abide by all Amcor’s Safety and Quality policies and procedures. • Must be thoroughly familiar with hand tools and maintenance practices. • Set up molds and cycle into specifications. • Understand various materials, mixing materials, automatic color blenders and cycles. • Be able to explain why different materials require different cycles. • Understand and distinguish various defects & dimensions. • Knowledgeable of hydraulic systems and electrical systems of machines • Ability to troubleshoot minor problems and adjustments to get machine into specification. • Ability to properly shut down and start up machines. • Train and assist other technicians to perform work. • Maintain good housekeeping in work area. • Assist other job classifications and perform work, as assigned. • Assist in the training of other maintenance, production, and other personnel in areas of expertise. • Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) Education/Experience : • Requires high school diploma or equivalent. Some post-secondary education preferred (i.e., technical or vocational education). • Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Other Requirements: • Ability to recognize and understand numbers, values, and enters this information into an on-line database accurately. A strong mathematical ability is essential. • Proficient hand/eye coordination to operate equipment. • Ability to visually and mentally make priority decisions and independent judgment calls based on the situation at hand. • Ability to use a computer and related software efficiently and effectively. • Ability to work all shifts and required overtime. • Must own general mechanics tools per Amcor’s Basic Tool Requirement List Physical Requirements: • Must be able to stand and walk on concrete floors for extended periods of time. Breaks will be the only time you will have an opportunity to sit. • Must be able to occasionally lift 75 lbs. • Must be able to lift, bend and twist repetitively during the shift. • Must be able to coordinate movements quickly and accurately in a high output production area. • Must demonstrate ability though previous work assignments to work effectively in a fast-paced high-quality manufacturing environment. • Follows all established safety rules and guidelines as outlined in the Co-Worker Handbook and in accordance with Amcor’s Safety Policies and Procedures. Understands and communicates all hazards and safety issues to co-workers and supervision. Properly uses all required personal protective equipment. • Perform all good housekeeping assignments. • Able to help organize and maintain maintenance areas and stock room. Pay Transparency: The pay range for the above-referenced position is determined by considering many factors such as experience, qualifications, certifications, skills, education, and other business-related factors. Salary decisions are based on each job. A reasonable estimate of the current entry pay is $29.60 per hour. 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)

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