Electrical Engineering Technician

Responsibilities

• Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)
• Uphold all facility EHS policies and procedures while proactively identifying and implementing opportunities to strengthen overall EHS performance.
• Ensure strict adherence to Electrical Safety and Lockout/Tagout requirements.
• Manufacturing & Technical Support
• Assess customer and plant needs by identifying issues, defining project scope, and developing effective technical solutions.
• Perform hands-on troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, and process-related equipment to ensure rapid and reliable recovery.
• Conduct research and prepare cost estimates for scheduled and emergency repairs, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors to minimize downtime.
• Recommend and implement equipment modifications to improve productivity, quality, and waste reduction.
• Equipment & Systems
• Support a wide range of flexible‑packaging converting equipment, including:
• Flexographic and Rotogravure presses
• Adhesive laminators
• Extrusion coaters
• Slitter rewinders
• Facilities and HVAC systems
• Auxiliary production support equipment
• Documentation & Continuous Improvement
• Create, update, and maintain standard work procedures and corrective‑action documentation using MP2 and other systems.
• Track and record labor, cost, and troubleshooting history to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain standard operating conditions to ensure consistent equipment performance.
• Training & Leadership
• Train, mentor, and support colleagues on proper equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Develop new or revised standard work, TPM schedules, and training materials aligned with equipment changes.
• Serve as a daily Change Agent by fostering strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Project Execution
• Develop engineering packages for assigned projects, including drawings, calculations, schematics, manuals, and layouts.
• Partner with purchasing to source project materials, evaluate vendor options, negotiate pricing when applicable, and expedite delivery.
• Coordinate installation, checkout, startup, and training activities.
• Complete all project documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Facility Support
• Provide leadership and support during plant Clean & Check events and assist with facility maintenance issues to help maintain production continuity.
• Knowledge, Skills & Requirements
• Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field - or an equivalent combination of education and industry experience.
• 7+ years of experience troubleshooting equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Availability to work a 3‑2‑2‑3, 12‑hour rotating day shift schedule with on‑call responsibility every other month.
• Continued learning through trade journals, trade shows, technical seminars, and supplier relationships.
• Extensive experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment in an electrical support capacity.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills for effective interaction with suppliers, contractors, and internal partners.
• Advanced analytical, problem‑solving, and time‑management abilities to manage daily tasks alongside multiple ongoing projects.
• Proficiency with computer systems, networked environments, PLC applications, Microsoft Office, and CAD software.
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Benefits

Additional Information

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 Job Description As a Electrical Engineering Technician, you'll provide technical expertise and hands‑on support for manufacturing operations, systems, and processes at the Amcor Joplin, MO facility. This role plays a key part in improving safety, reducing downtime, enhancing equipment performance, and executing assigned projects. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, coordinating repairs, supporting installations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

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