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Amcor

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Human Resources Generalist

Amcor · Cumberland, Maryland, United States

Full-timeOn site2-5 yrs$60k–$70kListed as no visa sponsorship
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In short

The Human Resources Generalist will assist with full-cycle recruiting, new hire onboarding, and the maintenance of HRIS data and employee records. They will also support payroll processing, report generation, and ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

RecruitingApplicant screeningHRISExcelPowerPointLabor lawsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

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A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or equivalent experience is required, along with two to four years of HR experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is essential, and a PHR/SHRM certification is considered a plus.

About Amcor

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Questions about this role

Is this Amcor role remote?
Tagged on site.
What does it pay?
The posting lists $60,000–$70,000 a year.
Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 2-5 years.

The posting, in full

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.

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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 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

Responsibilities

Assist with recruiting by working with applicant screening, calendar entries, background checks, reference checks, offer letters, and relocation, as applicable

Assist with the new hire orientation process

Coordinate post-offer testing and background checks

  • Assist with benefit enrollment meetings and preparation of enrollment material
  • Prepare wage, position, and level change documents for approval
  • Maintain documentation and tracking of employee disciplinary steps
  • Update the HR communication television system weekly with supplied content

Update Applicant Tracking System (ATS) with new hires; off-board terminated employees; update current employee HRIS information

  • Assist and motivate with completion of ‘Berry University’ Courses
  • Organize HR department records and maintaining employee files
  • Assist internal customers on various employment questions

Prepare weekly and monthly HR reports

Maintain and update points in attendance log through HRIS system

Assist with payroll as needed

  • Order quarterly recognition items when contacted by corporate
  • HR Administer security badges, and send notification of all personnel changes
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Exceptional communication and organization skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, or equivalent experience, is required

Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint required. Previous experience using HRIS software is preferred

  • Must be detail-oriented and able to complete tasks in a timely manner
  • Working knowledge of labor laws and requirements preferred
  • Ability to work with confidential information
  • Two-to-four years of experience in Human Resources preferred

PHR/SHRM certification a plus

The starting salary for this position is expected to be between $60,000 to $70,000. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Position may also be eligible for Amcor's Management Incentive Plan/Sales Incentive Plan, which is an annual bonus program based on business and individual performance, as well as medical coverage and other health and welfare benefits.

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

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.

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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision plans

Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees

  • Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
  • Wellbeing program & 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 annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

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This listing comes from Amcor's own careers site. Apply links go to the employer. Last checked 5 Oct 2026.