Tractor Operator

Crown Holdings, Inc.; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety commitment

Career development

Training opportunities

Job summary

Crown Beverage Packaging in La Crosse, WI is seeking a Tractor Operator to secure shipping orders, inspect materials, and drive loaded tractors to move cans and related products. This role requires 12‑hour rotating shifts (4 days on / 4 days off) and a mechanical aptitude.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and basic English, with the ability to perform routine inspections and maintain accurate records in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate machinery safely.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Secure shipping orders for cans and materials.
• Check type and quality of cans and materials against shipping orders.
• Operate and maneuver loaded tractors to move materials and finished products.
• Load/unload freight cars and trucks for shipment and storage.
• Maintain records and keep equipment clean.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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

Location

Crown Beverage Packaging located in La Crosse, WI has 111 employees. Surrounded by stunning bluffs and lying alongside the mighty Mississippi River, La Crosse is home to over 20 miles of beautiful scenic trails. The plant is also located just minutes from the historic downtown which hosts unique shops, lively entertainment, museums, art galleries and more. La Crosse is close to major highways such as I-94 and the approximate distance from the La Crosse Airport is about 7 minutes.

Position Overview

Under direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor, Tractor Operator will secure shipping order for cans and other materials, in addition to the below responsibilities.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Secure shipping order for cans and other materials.
• Check type and quality of cans, and other materials against shipping order.
• Manipulate tractor controls and drive loaded tractor to transport materials, supplies, and finished product from location to location as directed.
• Load and unload freight cars and trucks for shipment and storage.
• Check record and incoming shipments as required.
• Prepare palletized loads for storage and shipment.
• Transport from lines, loading and unloading docks, or storage, pallets, cans, packaging materials, etc.
• Open freight cars and position dock loading plate
• Check tickets on load against production to ensure correct delivery.
• Store coil stock in assigned storage areas.
• Load coil stock on production lines as needed.
• Assist in loading, unloading, or moving of machinery and other materials.
• Maintain necessary records, checklists, and forms.
• Keep equipment clean.

Qualifications

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

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• 1-2 year(s) experience in inspecting/packaging and/or high speed manufacturing is preferred
• Must possess a mechanical aptitude
• Must be available to work 12 hour shifts, rotating 4 days on/4 days off schedule which may fall on holidays, weekends, or nights as business needs

Competencies

• Good oral and written communications skills.
• Good record keeping skills.
• Good listening skills.
• Accurate measurement capability.
• Ability to understand and speak basic English.
• Ability to discern variations in color, shading, and/or can construction issues: visual acuity and high level of detail.
• Sense of urgency on problem identification and resolution.
• Ability to work with a team or individually without issue.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
• The team member frequently is required to climb or balance
• The team member is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Generally works in a manufacturing environment
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicular traffic
• The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures especially in the summer and winter months

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 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.