Palletizer Operator

Crown Holdings•Hanover, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Palletizer Operator works with Supervision and Quality to support quality inspections, package identification, and final packaging at Crown’s Hanover, Pennsylvania plant, which manufactures two-piece and three-piece steel cans for the food industry. The operator maintains palletizer operations and operates production equipment, with a focus on safety, quality, productivity, and spoilage reduction. This role is scheduled from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. on a rotating 4/4 12-hour schedule, and mandatory overtime may be required. The hourly pay rate is $21.40. The position reports directly to the Manufacturing Supervisor.

Requirements

Ability to work alternate schedules, including voluntary and mandatory overtime, based on business needs.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts and stand for 8–12 hours per shift.
Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds regularly.
Ability to climb and descend stairs.
Problem-solving skills, individually and collaboratively.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Effective leadership skills, including conflict resolution, communication, and decision-making.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate or work with others.
Time-management and multitasking skills.
Oral and written communication skills.
Computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Excel, Word, and Access.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience.
High school education or GED.
Knowledge of OSHA-related training in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of AS400.
6S training.

Responsibilities

Understand and follow verbal instructions to complete assigned tasks.
Maintain palletizer operations for the food-can packaging process, focusing on safety, quality, productivity, and spoilage.
Operate one or more machines or pieces of equipment used to produce two-piece or three-piece steel cans.
Safely operate equipment, identify basic mechanical problems, and maintain process equipment.
Communicate relevant equipment changes, production problems, and other pertinent information to management, coworkers, and other shifts.
Assist with training or coaching new palletizer operators as needed.
Apply skills and methods to improve plant production.
Follow standard operating procedures and plant rules, perform 6S housekeeping, maintain equipment, and modify existing production standards to achieve optimal efficiencies.
Enter information into a computer to generate pallet labels.
Perform accurate, continuous quality checks and maintain records.
Complete or administer required documentation, including monthly SAFE cards, accident, near-miss, and hazard reports, and data process control input.
Perform other job-related duties as required or assigned.