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Lead Resin Material Handler (12-Hour Nights)

Amcor Flexibles, LLC, Lawrence, KS, United States


Overview
The Resin Material Handler - Shift Lead plays a key hands‑on leadership role on the production floor. This position coordinates resin material handling activities during the shift to support production readiness and continuity. The role provides guidance and direction to resin material handlers, supports shift leadership and helps ensure materials are handled, stored and tracked accurately. This position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to lead by example in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment with a strong focus on safety, quality and accountability.

Responsibilities

Maintain an organized, safe and efficient production floor to support continuous operations.

Ensure production lines are supplied with the correct materials to meet production demands.

Coordinate daily material handling activities and provide shift‑level leadership and direction.

Monitor material usage to support accuracy, efficiency and waste reduction.

Verify materials are properly labeled, protected and stored in designated locations.

Follow all required safety, food safety, quality and good manufacturing practices.

Complete required safety inspections on forklifts and other powered equipment prior to operation.

Inspect trailers before loading or unloading to ensure safe use.

Ensure regrind materials are handled, moved and tracked correctly throughout the facility.

Calculate and verify material weights to support inventory accuracy and production reporting.

Communicate clearly with shift leads, supervisors and production team members.

Provide hands‑on training, coaching and support to resin material handlers.

Assist with unloading bulk deliveries and railcars and provide clear shift updates on progress.

Load and unload bulk material deliveries and complete required material tracking documentation.

Enter material usage and production‑related information into company systems as required.

Support supervisory or lead duties during absences to ensure continuity of operations.

Exercise stop‑work authority when safety or operational concerns arise.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; equivalent work experience may be considered.

Demonstrated organizational and communication skills in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

Proven reliability with a strong work ethic and consistent attendance.

Basic reading comprehension and math skills required for material handling and inventory accuracy.

Ability to lead by example and promote a team‑oriented work environment.

Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Ability to remain effective and make sound decisions in high‑pressure situations.

Valid driver’s license required.

Forklift experience required; current certification preferred.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet tools.

Ability to lift up to 35 pounds to waist level.

Ability to handle and transport full totes using a fork truck.

Ability to safely ascend and descend ladders.

Ability to stand, walk, bend and stoop for extended periods throughout the shift.

Additional Information

Schedule: 7:00 pm–7:00 am following a 2‑2‑3 schedule (every other weekend off).

Competitive pay with opportunities for advancement.

Career growth and internal promotion opportunities within Amcor.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage.

401(k) with company match.

Tuition reimbursement and ongoing learning opportunities.

Paid time off and holidays.

Strong safety culture and supportive team environment within a global manufacturing company.

Benefits

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 (may vary by location).

Wellbeing programs and Employee Assistance Program.

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account.

Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term and 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).

Equal Opportunity Employer
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.

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