Forklift Operator

Crown Holdings•Kankakee, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Crown Holdings, Inc. is a world leader in the metal packaging production process, designing and manufacturing innovative and sustainable metal packaging solutions. We are dedicated to building a team of highly talented, dedicated, and driven individuals and offer opportunities for growth and development in an expanding industry. Sustainability is a core value and vision for our long-term future. This is a dual position where the forklift operator ensures the packaging, handling, and shipment of a quality product that meets or exceeds customer expectations.

Requirements

Minimum 18 years old
Equivalent with 3+ years working on a sit-down forklift experience required.
Working in a manufacturing setting (high-speed manufacturing is preferred).
Must be able to withstand extreme climate changes especially during summer and winter months.
Effective and proven communication skills (both written and verbal) working in a team environment.
Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects/tasks at the same time.
Effective record keeping skills and the ability to focus on details
Must be able to stand for prolonged periods as well as work on elevated stationary platforms and withstand extreme climate changes especially during summer months.
Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, either nights from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., or days from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., weekends and overtime as business needs dictate.
This position requires union membership after 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or G.E.D preferred
Demonstrated strong attention to detail, good record keeping, and precision abilities is highly desirable.
OSHA/Forklift Trainer Certified
Beverage Packaging industry experience
Knowledge of AS400

Responsibilities

Ensures all equipment, guards, and safety devices are in place at all times, and follows safe work procedures and safety rules
Operates sit-down propane forklift to transport inventory and load tractor trailers for shipment.
Transports inventory in warehouse to correct locations and stages orders for shipment.
Understands daily production schedule and corresponds with management, leads, and coworkers accordingly
Performs visual inspection of aluminum cans and packaging quality
Monitors schedules, equipment, or processes, and reports problems to Supervisor
Follows all SOP’s (standard operating procedures) and communicates with proper personnel as concerns or issues arise
Assist Quality Assurance in locating pallets for sampling
Performs other related duties as required