Production Technician

Crown Holdings, Inc. through its subsidiaries is a world leader in the metal packaging production process. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative and sustainable metal packaging solutions and products. Our clients are some of the largest and most respected companies in the world. Crown is dedicated to building a team of highly talented, dedicated, and driven individuals, offering opportunities to grow and develop skills in an expanding industry. Crown was founded with the goal of valuing and promoting sustainability, a vision that continues to guide our long‑term future. Division Overview CROWN Cork & Seal USA, Inc., a wholly owned company of Crown Holdings, Inc., is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and sale of packaging products for consumer goods. With operations in 47 countries and over 33,000 employees, we bring best practices in quality and manufacturing to our customers worldwide. Location Sugar Land, Texas. Position Overview The Maintenance Mechanic (Production Technician) manages, maintains, and repairs automated production machines or equipment that build aluminum cans. The role works closely with a team coordinator and team leader. Duties and Responsibilities Maintain and observe operation of machines and equipment to ensure high‑quality can production. Inspect cans according to customer specifications and adjust as needed. Replenish inks, oils, chemicals, fluids, or other supplies required by each machine. Operate forklift for materials handling; may load/unload trucks or rail cars, warehouse, and stage materials. Ensure mechanical performance of line and standard production output. Diagnose or troubleshoot machines to determine malfunctions and needed repairs. Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance, including parts replacement and installation of special functional and structural components. Lubricate, clean, and operate all types of machinery, equipment, and machine tools, including dismantling, fitting, or assembly work as required. Read blueprints and specifications to determine required stock. Operate manual machine‑shop equipment with close tolerances. Repair electronic or electrical equipment through general maintenance, repair, and installation work. Install, repair, construct, adjust, overhaul, calibrate, and service all types of electronic and electrical equipment. Handle required paperwork, including SPC charts, logbook entries, maintenance checklists, bills of lading, inventory sheets, and warehouse tags; initiate purchase orders for parts. Complete other duties assigned by team or management. Qualifications Minimum Requirements Available to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime. Experience in maintenance and repair of production machines and equipment. Expertise in troubleshooting and repairing machine malfunctions. Significant experience operating production machines. Related work experience or technical training may substitute for required experience. Preferred Requirements Three (3) or more years of experience as a maintenance mechanic in a manufacturing environment. Competencies Language: Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports; speak effectively to teams or customers. Mathematical: Ability to work with probability, statistical inference, geometry, trigonometry, and apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions. Reasoning: Solve practical problems with limited standardization; interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Collaboration: Effectively work as an individual and within a team, using collaborative methods. Commitment to ongoing personal training and development. Physical Requirements Stand, walk, use hands to handle tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms regularly. Climb or balance, talk or hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl occasionally. Regularly lift up to 10 pounds, frequently lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds. Vision: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and adjust focus as required. Working Conditions Work with high‑speed automated machines and equipment in a plant producing aluminum cans. Plant operates 24/7 throughout the year. Constant pressure to maintain high quality and continuous line operation. Shifts rotate four days on, four days off, 12‑hour shifts from 7:00 to 7:00. Environmental conditions vary with weather; work may include exposure to wet, humid, fumes, airborne particles, chemicals, vibration, and electrical shock risk. High noise level in the work environment. Employees may be required in various production areas and during all shifts. Possible Equivalent Military Titles Maintenance Mechanic or Technician; Automotive Mechanic; Diesel Engine Mechanic; Generator Specialist or Technician; Helicopter or Plane Mechanic. Benefits Crown offers competitive pay, bonus, comprehensive benefits including company‑paid health insurance, a pension, and company‑matched 401(k). EEO/AA/Vets/Disabled Crown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr