Forklift Operator

Crown Holdings, Inc.; Bradley (IL); On-site; USD 51,577,344 - 63,038,976; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety commitment

Career development

Training opportunities

Job summary

Crown Holdings, Inc. – Crown Beverage Division in Bradley, IL is hiring a Forklift Operator to support packaging, handling, and shipment of products. The role interfaces with Plant Shipping to ensure safe, accurate operations and timely product movement.

Candidate will operate forklifts, maintain equipment, and communicate across shifts. Requires forklift certification, warehousing experience, and flexibility for various shifts; growth opportunities exist within the division.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in warehousing and high-speed manufacturing.
• Certified forklift operator with at least three years of proven experience.
• Availability to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Transport product and equipment throughout the facility with focus on safety and quality.
• Operate, maintain, and safely operate forklifts.
• Communicate all pertinent information between departments and shifts about equipment and schedules.
• Collaborate with warehousing, scheduling, process supply, and product shipment teams.
• Assist, train, and coach new operators as needed.
• Apply skills to improve plant production.
• Inspect products to ensure compliance with standards.
• Contribute to maintaining quality and suggest modifications to standards.
• Complete required documentation such as production sheets and safety reports.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

Skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Leadership

Time management

Written communication

Tools

AS400

Microsoft Office

Job description

Forklift Operator – Crown Beverage Division

Location: Bradley, IL

Position Overview

The forklift operator works closely with the Plant Shipping Supervisor to ensure the packaging, handling, and shipment of high-quality products that meet or exceed customer expectations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Transport product and equipment throughout the facility, focusing on safety, quality, productivity, and spoilage prevention.
• Operate, maintain, and safely operate forklifts.
• Communicate all pertinent information between departments and shifts regarding equipment, production schedules, and production issues.
• Collaborate with warehousing, scheduling, process supply, and product shipment teams.
• Assist, train, and coach new operators as needed.
• Apply skills and methods to improve plant production.
• Inspect products to ensure compliance with standards.
• Contribute to maintaining quality and recommend modifications to existing standards for optimal efficiencies.
• Complete required documentation such as production sheets, pallet tickets, scanning, monthly SAFE cards, accident/near‑miss/hazard reporting, and process control sheets.
• Perform other job‑related duties as required or assigned.

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• 2–3 years of experience in warehousing and high‑speed manufacturing environments.
• Certified and at least three years of proven forklift experience.
• Availability to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime to cover absences or provide additional support.

Preferred Requirements

• OSHA/Forklift Trainer Certified
• Beverage Packaging industry experience
• Knowledge of AS400

Competencies

• Problem‑solving skills through individual and/or collaborative approaches.
• Ability to work independently or with a team.
• Creative thinking and willingness to propose new solutions.
• Effective leadership skills including conflict resolution, communication, and decision making.
• Strong relationship‑building skills and ability to motivate teammates.
• Excellent time‑management and multi‑tasking abilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Access, etc.).

Physical Requirements

• Regularly sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach, and may need to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• May lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Warehouse or plant environment.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts/products and vehicular traffic.
• Exposure to varying temperatures.
• Frequent exposure to loud noise levels.

Possible Equivalent Military Titles

• Logistician; Store Manager; Supply and Warehousing Manager; Transportation Manager; Transportation Maintenance Manager.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Compensation

Actual salary will be determined based on skill and experience level.

Benefits

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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.