Printer Operator

crownholdings; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-focused culture

Career growth and development

Training and development opportunities

Sustainability focus

Job summary

Crown Holdings, Inc. is seeking a printer operator to support production lines, perform routine cleaning, and maintain orderly workstations.

The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety procedures on a fast-paced line. Operators assist with changeovers, mentor new hires, and support maintenance during mechanical issues while maintaining documentation and housekeeping as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong manual dexterity.
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive tasks for long periods.
• Strong mechanical skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and safety conscious.

Responsibilities

• Maintain housekeeping and keep area clean and safe.
• Ensure all paperwork is filled daily and PM checks completed.
• Record defect types and quantities using standard forms.
• Assist with changeovers and support during mechanical breakdowns.
• Collaborate with PM&R and shift supervisors on issues.
• Support training of new hires and other operators.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Repetitive task stamina

Mechanical skills

Instruction following

Reliability & punctuality

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

Job Summary

The printer operator's responsibilities include changing date codes and cleaning cross bars within the first 1 hour of your shift, and continuous cleaning of crossbars as needed throughout shift. Clean all drip trays for their line. Each operator is also responsible for changing out all the mist collector hoses for inkers and varnish weekly, each operator is responsible for maintaining an orderly work area cleaned, cleared of debris and mopped. To ensure the production of safe, quality cans. The operator is required to support the lead during mechanical breakdowns and changeovers, as well as training new hires and existing printer operators. Additionally, the printer operator must fill in for any other operator in their absence or when the lead or floater is occupied with operational duties on another line. This is a working position that requires the operator to be present on the lines throughout their shift to help optimize overall equipment efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain housekeeping.
• Ensure all paperwork is filled out and turned in daily.
• Maintain PM documentation, weekly and daily checks.
• Record and report defect types and quantities using provided forms 5 WHY's
• Follow standard operating procedures and meet all quality standards.
• Keep the printer area clean, organized, and free from safety hazards.
• Communicate with PM&R, shift supervisors for any unusual defects or electrical issues.
• Ensure all quality checks are completed on time "blanket checks, 15-min check".
• Communicating with incoming shift operator for shift handover.
• Ensure jobs are set up properly for incoming change overs.
• Check the varnish to cut edge coverage and perform muffle check on each line.
• Ensure viscosity on varnish units are running accordingly to standard.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive tasks for long periods.
• Strong mechanical skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and safety conscious.
• Strong work ethic.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Positive relationships between colleagues and management.

Work Environment

• May involve exposure to noise, moderate temperatures, and handling of materials.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required.
• Ability to lift 50lbs or more.
• Able to perform in a high-pressure fast paced environment.

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.