Tractor Operator

Crowncork; La Crosse, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-focused culture

Career development

Training opportunities

Team of professionals

Job summary

Crown Beverage Packaging in La Crosse, Wisconsin, is seeking a Tractor Operator to secure shipping orders and move materials within a fast-paced production environment. You will load and unload freight, monitor quality, and maintain accurate records as part of a safety‑minded team.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical aptitude, 1–2 years in manufacturing or packaging, and can work a 12‑hour rotating shift (4 days on/4 days off), which may include holidays, weekends, or nights.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• 1–2 years' experience inspecting/packaging and/or high-speed manufacturing preferred.
• Must possess a mechanical aptitude.
• Must be available to work 12-hour shifts, 4 days on/4 days off, may include holidays/weekends/nights.

Responsibilities

• Secure shipping orders for cans and other materials.
• Check type and quality of cans and materials against shipping orders.
• Operate tractor controls and drive loaded tractor to move materials and finished cans as directed.
• Load/unload freight cars and trucks for shipment and storage.
• Check records and incoming shipments as required.
• Prepare palletized loads for storage and shipment.
• Transport pallets, coils, packaging materials between lines and storage areas.
• Open freight cars and position dock loading plate.
• Verify load tickets against production for correct delivery.
• Store coil stock in assigned areas and load stock on lines as needed.
• Assist in loading/unloading or moving machinery and materials.
• Maintain records, checklists, and forms; keep equipment clean.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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

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.

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.

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.