Machinist

Crown Holdings, LLC; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Holdings, Inc. in Olympia, WA is seeking a journey-level Machinist with 5+ years of experience to set up and operate manufacturing tools producing precision parts. You will interpret drawings, repair fixtures, and ensure all safety rules are followed in a fast-paced plant environment.

The role requires independent work, teamwork, and a safety-first attitude; union membership is required after 30 days of hire. Competitive hourly rate and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Journey-level Machinist with 5+ years of experience.
• Must have High School diploma or GED; trade school is a plus.
• Experience using conventional machining of large parts and setup of tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manufacturing machine tools to produce precision parts.
• Interpret blueprints, shop sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Repair tools, fixtures, gauges, and machine parts to tolerance.
• Maintain safety rules and use measuring devices accurately.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Time management under pressure

Team player

Safety-first mindset

Strong attendance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Trade school certificate or diploma

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Balancing machines

Job description

About CrownCrown 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 the 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.Division Overview:Crown’s Beverage Division manufactures a variety of packaging solutions for soft drinks, craft beers, coffees and teas as well as new energy drinks. Crown Beverage leads the packaging industry with innovative technologies that redefine how the world looks at beverage cans. With a large printable surface area and a wide range of sizes, shapes and decorating options, our aluminum cans are the perfect packaging format to create compelling brand presence where it counts. Here at the Olympia Plant, we currently manufacture 12 oz. beverage cans. It is your chance to join the Crown Beverage Division.LOCATION:Here at the Olympia, Washington plant, we currently manufacture 12 oz. beverage cans. We are expanding to manufacture other size cans for some of the top consumer product companies. We are adding to our world class team to operate this facility and looking for a Machinist. It is your chance to join the Crown Beverage Division!This is a journey-level Machinist position requiring the machinist to calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow and depth and angle of cut. This position requires union membership after 30 days of hire.Salary: $43.41-$43.41 per hourResponsibilitiesPrimary responsibility for safety in all areas of the assigned duties, to ensure safety rules and regulations are met due to the use of high-speed industrial mechanical toolsSetting up and operating a variety of manufacturing machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Parts will be made from blueprints, shop sketches and verbal instructions, so the ability to interpret drawings and sketches is necessaryMake and repair tools, fixtures, gauges, templates, dies, machine parts and instrument panels to precision tolerances using conventional machinesFrequently require overhaul work in a factory settingCalculating dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipersAligning and securing holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machinesSelecting the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of manufacturing machinery workMachining parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grindersJob RequirementsKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesA strong mechanical aptitude is requiredAbility to work under time pressures and flexibility to adjust to sudden work patterns or schedulesBackground in routine maintenanceBackground in safety compliance – particularly Lock-out/Tag-out proceduresCandidates are expected to have positive attitude and work in a team environmentMachinist are expected to have a safety-first mentality and maintain a commendable attendance recordDesign techniques, tools and principals involved in production planning, blueprints, drawings and modelsDetermining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a jobMechanical troubleshooting skills.Knowledge of gauges, micrometers and calipersKnowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenanceMust also be able to use measuring devices accuratelyMust be able to comply with all OSHA and WISHA safety rules and regulationsMust be able to stand for long periods of time as well as work on elevated stationary platformsSupply his/her own tools and maintain them at the plantMust be able to work independently, with teams and have good interpersonal skillsQualification Requirements:To qualify, you must currently be a journey level Machinist.At least five (5) years of current Journey-level machinist experienceHigh School diploma or GED; certificate or diploma from a trade school a plusFive (5) years of experience using conventional machining of large parts, experience using machine equipment (lathes, mills, & balance machines)Crown is an equal opportunity employer. Crown does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of race, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.What Crown Offers YouStrong engagement and commitment to the safety of our employeesThe opportunity to build a meaningful careerProfessional and personal development through training and work experiencesJoin 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.Work Location: In person