Forklift Operator

Crown Holdings, Inc.; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free company-paid health insurance

Company-matched 401(k)

Active hourly pension plan

Job summary

Crown Holdings, Inc. in Hanover, PA seeks a Forklift Operator to manage the movement of goods and support operations in a fast-paced plant environment. Responsibilities include loading/unloading trucks, equipment inspections, and quality checks, with a rotating schedule from 5am to 5pm. Benefits include company-paid health insurance, a 401(k) match, and a pension plan. Previous forklift experience and strong attention to detail are required for this role.

Qualifications

• 1+ year forklift operation experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Must possess visual, auditory, physical, and mental ability to operate equipment safely.
• Able to work alternate schedules, including overtime.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operating practices.
• Perform routine pre- and post-inspections on forklift equipment.
• Organize and secure materials where loads are stored.

Skills

Forklift operation experience

Strong interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Location

Plant 37 is located in Hanover, PA. The plant manufactures 2‑piece and 3‑piece steel cans for the food industry. There are approximately 95 employees at the Hanover location. The Hanover plant is located on Route 194 in York County and is in close proximity to York, PA, Gettysburg, PA and the Maryland border.

Position Overview

The Forklift Operator moves unfinished and finished goods, loads and unloads trucks, and stages product. This position supports operations, shipping, and receiving work areas based on business needs. It is scheduled on a rotating 4/12 schedule. Hours for this position are 5am–5pm. Overtime may be required. The hourly rate of pay is $23.02.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operating practices.
• Complete forklift operator training annually, provided by the company.
• Perform routine pre‑ and post‑inspections on forklift equipment to ensure it is operating well.
• Move controls, levers, and devices to drive industrial forklifts to transport materials between loading, unloading, processing, and storage areas.
• Visually perform quality checks as required on incoming materials, trailers, and outgoing finished goods.
• Organize and secure materials where loads of materials and pallets are stored.
• Able to read and understand pallet tickets, date codes, and production schedules.
• Manually load or unload materials onto or off pallets, skids, platforms, or lifting devices.
• Wrap loads as needed.
• Pick orders and/or unload trailers to meet shipping and receiving schedules.
• Operate the computer to navigate inventory systems.
• Perform other job‑related duties as required or assigned.

Job Requirements (Minimum)

• 1+ year forklift operation experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Must be qualified to operate the equipment safely, with visual, auditory, physical, and mental ability.
• Able to work alternate work schedules, including overtime, voluntary and mandatory, based on business needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with other team members and external contacts.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to establish and maintain a high level of organization and quality.

Preferred Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Knowledge of all OSHA‑related training in a manufacturing environment.
• 6S Training.
• Understanding of equipment needs and modifications.
• Familiarity with quality standards and line processes.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and may be required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for 8‑12 hour shifts.

Working Conditions

• Works in a plant environment; some responsibilities may be performed in an office setting.
• Exposed to light lifting and warehouse forklift traffic.
• Production noise level is frequently loud.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Benefits

Crown offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including free company‑paid health insurance for employees, company‑matched 401(k), and an active hourly pension plan.

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.