Line Maintainer

crownholdings; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Line Maintainer for our high-speed metal packaging facility. You will set up equipment to produce cans of various heights and diameters, supervise line operators, and perform repairs and overhauls while ensuring quality and safety standards.

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you will support continuous production, maintain equipment, and keep accurate maintenance records. A strong mechanical background and knowledge of safety regulations are essential in this

Qualifications

• High school education or GED required.
• Advanced mechanical skills and ability to use precision measuring devices.
• Thorough knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality specs.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment to produce cans of various heights and diameters.
• Direct line operating personnel in duties on the line.
• Make machine repairs and overhauls and examine can bodies for quality.

Skills

Advanced mechanical skills

Safety-focused

Team communication

Education

High School/GED

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

Principal Function

This position would include operation of equipment as well as identifying areas of spoilage and taking appropriate corrective action to resolve the issues at this high-speed state-of-the-art metal packaging manufacturing facility. This equipment will include spray equipment, neckers and flangers as well as other production machinery. In addition, this position will also develop standard operating procedures; provide training for equipment operation and reinforce all safety procedures.

Primary Functions

Reporting directly to the Shift Supervisor, the Line Maintainer's responsibilities would include, but not be limited to the following:

• Set up equipment to produce good quality cans of various heights and diameters
• Directs line operating personnel in the details of their duties

Duties And Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Shift Supervisor the Line Maintainer will:

• Make machine repairs and overhauls
• Examine can bodies and cans for quality production as specified and in accordance with can standards
• Adjust equipment, when necessary, to maintain good quality and efficient productions
• Start and stop all equipment
• Remove jams in line and machines
• Grind slitter cutters, sharpen punches and dies when needed
• Check to insure proper lubrication of equipment
• Maintain check lists and make out reports as required
• Concurrently maintain and/or operate equipment as required
• Relieve operators as required
• Direct employees on assigned lines
• Skillful uses of all mechanic's hand tools
• Diagnose, remedy mechanical trouble, make repairs or complete overhauls on assigned equipment
• Keep assigned area and equipment neat and orderly
• Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

In addition to the specific responsibilities listed above, the ideal candidate will possess the following:

Minimum Requirements

• High School Education/GED required.
• Advanced mechanical skills and ability to use precision measuring devices
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of manufacturing process, equipment, and quality specifications.
• Demonstrated involvement in safety and knowledge of safety regulations which apply to work functions.
• Proven working experience in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting skills, and equipment re-build expertise is required
• Basic knowledge of computer systems, gauges, tools and equipment.
• Effective and proven communication skills working in a team environment

Preferred Requirements

• An Associate's/technical degree is preferred or a related vocational/technical certification
• Working experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment is preferred

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and may be required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• The employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus

Working Conditions

• Generally works in a plant environment but will be required to perform some job duties inside a typical office setting
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicular traffic
• The employee may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures
• The noise level is frequently loud

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 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.