Forklift Operator

090 CROWN Cork & Seal USA, Inc.; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage $26.54/hour

401K

Employee stock purchase plan

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Free company health insurance

Shift differentials: second +$0.45, 3r

Liberal benefits

Job summary

Location: Faribault, Minnesota. Crown Cork & Seal USA, Inc. is hiring for a manufacturing associate on the second/third shift, offering strong benefits and growth opportunities.

You will handle material movement, operate a forklift, and support safe, efficient production with adherence to SQF standards. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and quality, with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401K, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Commitment to Crown Faribault’s safety and plant policies.
• Ability to learn and follow quality standards and line processes.
• Propane or electric sit-down forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties safely using PPE, tools, and written instructions.
• Ensure equipment guarding is in place and serviceable.
• Conduct pre-flight safety checks and load/unload materials.
• Move materials to and from production lines and stage WIP.
• Maintain organization, follow FIFO, and complete daily documentation.
• Assist teams on projects and adhere to SQF requirements.

Skills

Safety mindfulness

Quality standards adherence

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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

About Crown: 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. At Crown, we are passionate about helping our customers build their brands and connect with consumers around the world. We do this by delivering innovative packaging that offers significant value for brand owners, retailers, and consumers alike. With operations in 39 countries employing approximately 23,000 people and net sales of approximately $12 billion, we are uniquely positioned to bring best practices in quality and manufacturing to our customers to drive their businesses locally and globally. Sustaining a leadership position requires us to build a team of highly talented, dedicated, and driven individuals.

Location: Faribault, Minnesota

Benefits

• Crown offers a generous starting wage of $26.54
• 401K
• employee stock purchase plan
• pension plan
• tuition reimbursement program for all employees
• FREE company paid health insurance (medical, dental and vision) for all employees
• Second shift is offered a 45-cent differential
• Third shift is offered a 40-cent differential

Job Accountabilities

• Ensure all functions of the jobs are performed safely using the SafeStart process, required PPE, training tools, and written instructions;
• Ensuring all equipment guarding is serviceable and in place;
• (LOTO) Perform pre-flight checks and safety pre-flight checks
• Stage material for production lines
• Load and unload material on/off production line conveyor
• Unload 20,000-pound steel coils using Hoist lift truck
• Unload components and miscellaneous items from incoming semi-trailers as needed
• Load semi-trailers with finished product and components
• Flip, band and wrap finished product
• Maintain proper placement and organization of material in Work-In-Progress (WIP) area
• Follow FIFO (first in, first out) process on material
• Pull and weigh scrap material at end of shift
• Stage and maintain organization of make ready material
• Completes required daily documentation
• Participates in teams and projects as directed by management
• Follow SQF requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred
• Commitment to Crown Faribault’s safety and plant policies and practices
• Ability to learn and follow quality standards and line processes
• Ability to drive forklift highly preferred – internal training provided
• Sit-down propane or electric forklift
• Ability to lift and carry 50+ lbs.
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with other team members
• Strong positive attitude and ability to lead by example
• Ability to receive and give feedback
• Crown will not sponsor applicants for any type of work visa

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.

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.

Ready to go behind the scenes? With hundreds of maufacturing plants and 20,000+ employees worldwide, there's a lot that goes into the design and production of Crown packaging. We serve a variety of markets including food, beverage, household, personal care, and more. Since we were founded in 1892, we've been on a mission to manufacture best-in-class packaging while championing best-in-class teams. Together, we're building something that lasts thanks to great products, made by great people.