Line Mechanic

Crowncork; Spartanburg, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Safety focused culture

Professional growth through training

Sustainable packaging mission

Job summary

Crown Holdings, Inc. is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot production line equipment. You will work with supervisors to implement preventative maintenance, diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, and ensure equipment runs at optimal specifications.

The role requires 3–5+ years of factory experience, strong mechanical aptitude, ability to read blueprints, and a safety-minded approach. Candidates must be able to work all shifts, lift up to 55 pounds.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting line production in manufacturing.
• Must pass Ramsay basic reading and math assessments and mechanical aptitude test.
• Experience with hydraulics, centrifugal pumps, machinery alignment, bearings/gears, chain drives.
• Effective communication and ability to work in a team environment.
• Willingness to work any shift, overtime, and drive forklifts/aerial lifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot production line equipment.
• Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components.
• Adjust and calibrate equipment to optimal specifications.
• Check performance of machinery and perform preventative maintenance.
• Conduct accurate quality checks on finished goods.
• Follow safety rules and company SOPs; keep area clean.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Communication skills

Safety minded

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates/technical degree or cert

Tools

Hydraulics

Centrifugal pumps

Machinery alignment

Power transmission

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.

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

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to the following:

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot all production line equipment associated with the process to prevent and/or correct mechanical and electrical breakdowns.
• Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components.
• Adjust and calibrate equipment and machinery to optimal specifications.
• Check the performance of machinery.
• Clean and lubricate equipment or machinery.
• Assess previous day mechanical downtime that require attention.
• Work in conjunction with Supervisors/Managers to perform Preventative Maintenance on any production line that production control dictates.
• Must provide personal tools and toolbox.
• Perform accurate quality checks on finished goods.
• Ensure all safety equipment, guards, and devices are in place at all times, and follow safe work procedures and safety rules.
• Follow company policies and standard operating procedures.
• Understand and follow verbal instructions to completion of assigned tasks.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and safety - keep work area clean.
• Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• 3-5+ years working experience in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting line production in a manufacturing environment.
• Must successfully pass Ramsay Combined Basic Reading and Math Assessments as well as Mechanical Aptitude Assessment to determine mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Experience with hydraulics, centrifugal pumps, machinery alignment, proper handling of bearings and gears, chain drives and power transmission.
• Effective and proven communication skills working in a team environment.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced work environment, both as an independent contributor and as a team player.
• Ability to drive forklifts, aerial lifts and work at high working levels.
• Safety & Quality minded with willingness for excellence required in all aspects of the job.
• Must demonstrate qualifications through hands‑on execution, simulation and/or discussion of mechanical and technical skills.
• Must be able to work any shift, evenings, weekends, and overtime as business needs dictate.

Preferred Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Associates/technical degree or a related vocational/technical certification (journeyman card, technical license, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and parts specifications.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects/tasks at the same time.

Competencies

• Intermediate mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and power transmission knowledge/experience.
• High competency in the use of micrometers, calipers and related equipment.
• Basic reading and mathematical skills.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

General Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 45-55 pounds occasionally.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate 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.
• Manual dexterity/fine motor skills.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures.
• The noise level is not excessively loud.
• *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What Crown Offers You

• Strong engagement and 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.