Manufacturing Supervisor

Crown Holdings, Inc.; Cheraw (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety focus

Career development

Training opportunities

Job summary

Crown Holdings, Inc. is seeking a manufacturing supervisor to coordinate equipment and personnel, optimize safety, quality and productivity, and oversee daily production processes. The role requires shift flexibility and a readiness to travel or relocate for career opportunities.

You will lead problem solving, coach staff, and ensure adherence to quality standards while driving continuous improvement across plant operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline; two or more related co-op or internship assignments as alternative for experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work individually or in teams.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and supervises equipment and personnel to optimize safety, quality, productivity and spoilage.
• May change shifts and plant departments to cover absences or provide support.
• Manages machinery setup and adjustments; inspects products for standards compliance.
• Leads quality improvement and process modifications for better equipment performance.
• Communicates information across departments and shifts about production changes and issues.
• Works with employees to identify solutions and implement fixes on machinery.
• Performs on-the-job training and coaching as needed.
• Completes documentation such as production sheets, time/attendance, and process control sheets.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Willingness to relocate/travel

Shift flexibility

Coaching/ training

PC skills (Word/Excel)

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Crown

Crown Holdings, Inc. through its 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

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates and supervises activities of equipment and personnel throughout the facility with a focus of optimizing Safety, Quality, Productivity and Spoilage.
• May change shifts and plant departments to cover absences or provide additional support.
• Applies knowledge of various processes, production methods and processes.
• Manages machinery set-up and adjustments and inspects products to ensure compliance with standards.
• Oversees quality and recommends modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimal performance within the equipment limits.
• Communicates all pertinent information between departments and between shifts on changes to equipment, production schedules, production problems, or any other related information.
• Works with employees on identifying, discussing solutions, and implementing "fixes" on machinery and equipment problems.
• Performs and facilitate "on the job training" and/or coaching of all employees as needed or required.
• Complete and/or administer necessary documentation such as production sheets, pallet ticketing, job progressions, disciplinary actions, monthly STOP cards, time and attendance, accident reports and process control sheets.

Qualifications

• Working experience in a manufacturing setting of 5-7 years (aluminum metal packaging background would be ideal) with at least 3 years in a supervisory/manager role.
• Bachelor’s level new graduate in engineering or related discipline with two or more related co-op or internship work assignments in a manufacturing setting would be an alternative for the 5-7 years of work experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively solve problems both on an individual and collaborative approach.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles is a plus.
• Ability to look at new solutions and "think outside the box".
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with employees and deal with and relate to an assortment of personalities.
• Strong PC skills and working knowledge of various Windows programs (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Effective leadership skills such as conflict resolution, communication, decision making, etc.
• Career path to plant management or corporate engineering.
• Proven ability to prioritize effectively and excellent time management skills.
• Strong understanding of machinery and equipment, but with the ability to know when to assume the responsibility and when to delegate.
• Strong commitment to quality and safety.
• Desire and ability to travel and relocate if career opportunities arise.
• Ability to work on various shifts.
• Commitment to ongoing personal training and development.

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.