Warehouse Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

About Crown

Crown Holdings, Inc. through it's 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. It's an exciting time to join our business because Crown offers you the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in an expanding industry.

Crown was founded with the goal of valuing and promoting sustainability and this vision continues to be essential to our long-term future.

Job Description:

Forklift Operator

Position Summary: This position will transport inventory and materials (both raw materials and finished goods) throughout both the operation floor and warehouse areas.

Essential Functions:

• Ensures all equipment, guards, and safety devices are in place at all times, and follows safe work procedures and safety rules.
• Operates powered industrial trucks to transport inventory and load tractor trailers for shipment. This would also include maintaining and servicing production lines with plate, ends, pallets, top frames, chipboard, copper wire, etc. as dictated by production schedules.
• Transports inventory in warehouse to correct locations and stages orders for shipment.
• Understands daily production schedule and corresponds with mgmt. leads, and coworkers accordingly.
• Complete all required forms, bills of lading, spoilage reports, shipping reports and any other related paperwork.
• Performs visual inspection of steel cans and packaging quality. Remove, replace and or repair defective or damaged finished goods and/or materials prior to loading on any trucks for shipment.
• Monitors schedules, equipment, or processes, and reports problems to supervisor.
• Assists with Material Movers (Line drivers) or other forklift operations when necessary.
• Follows all SOP's (standard operating procedures) and communicates with proper personnel as concerns or issues arise
• Assist Quality Assurance in locating pallets for sampling.
• Keeps equipment and all areas safe, clean, and organized through proper housekeeping.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Three years of experience in a manufacturing setting (high-speed manufacturing is preferred).
• Three years of forklift experience.
• Exhibit safety and quality as their top priorities.
• Effective record keeping skills and the ability to focus on details.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects/tasks at the same time.
• Effective and proven communication skills (both written and verbal) working in a team environment.

Education:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand continuously for more than 8+ hours per shift.
• Must be able to walk, left/carry up to 50 lbs on occasion.
• Must be about to stand, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

• Must be able to twist at the waist and bend repetitively.
• This position may also require climbing or balancing.

As part of our Total Safety Culture, CROWN is committed to the safety, health and well-being of our employees and their families. In exchange for your talents, you'll earn a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including a pension.

What Crown Offers You

• Strong engagement and commitment to the safety of our employees
  
• The opportunity to build a meaningful career
  
  
• Professional and personal development through training and work experiences
  
  

Join us and become part of a team of professionals who are passionate about sustainable packaging!

Working Together Working Together is one of the five pillars that make up our Twentyby30™ program. We aim to value and respect each individual and foster an environment of inclusivity.