Palletizer Operator

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, serving some of the largest and most respected companies in the world.

CROWN Cork & Seal USA, Inc., a wholly owned company of Crown Holdings, Inc., is a global leader in the design, manufacture and sale of packaging products for consumer goods. At Crown, we are passionate about helping our customers build their brands and connect with consumers around the world. We deliver innovative packaging that offers significant value for brand owners, retailers and consumers alike.

With operations in 36 countries, employing over 24,000 people and net sales of $8.3 billion, we bring best practices in quality and manufacturing to drive our customers' businesses locally and globally.

Crown’s Beverage Division manufactures a variety of packaging solutions for soft drinks, craft beers, coffees and teas as well as new energy drinks. Crown Beverage leads the industry with innovative technologies that redefine how the world looks at beverage cans. With a large printable surface area and a wide range of sizes, shapes and decorating options, our aluminum cans are the perfect format to create compelling brand presence.

1035 E. North St., Bradley, IL

• Report directly to the Production Supervisor.
• Understand and follow verbal instructions to completion of assigned tasks.
• Maintain the palletizer operation of the beverage can package process with a focus on Safety, Quality, Productivity and Spoilage.
• Operate one or more automated machines for the production of aluminum beverage cans.
• Safely operate the equipment, identify basic mechanical problems and maintain process equipment.
• Communicate all pertinent information between management, co‑workers and between shifts on equipment changes, production problems or any other related information.
• Assist and coach new palletizer operators as needed.
• Follow JHAs, SOPs, rules, 6S housekeeping and maintain equipment and modifications for optimal efficiencies.
• Enter information into a computer to generate pallet labels.
• Perform accurate and continuous quality checks and record keeping.
• Complete and administer necessary documentation such as monthly SAFE cards, accident/near‑miss/hazard reporting and data process control input.
• Perform other job‑related duties as required or assigned.

• Minimum Requirements: High School Education/GED, 2–3 years experience in inspecting/packaging and high‑speed manufacturing environment, available to work various shifts, nights, weekends and overtime.
• Preferred Requirements: OSHA training in a manufacturing environment, beverage packaging industry experience, knowledge of AS400, 6S training.

• Problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Innovative thinking and creative problem solving.
• Leadership skills such as conflict resolution, communication and decision making.
• Demonstrated good relations skills and ability to motivate or team with people.
• Excellent time management and multi‑tasking.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Access, etc.).

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and may be required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• May lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

• Packaging/warehouse or plant environment.
• Exposure to light lifting, warehouse forklift traffic.
• Production noise level frequently loud.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Crown offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including free company‑paid health insurance for employees and a company‑matched 401(k).

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We are an equal opportunity employer. All individuals with disabilities may be considered for accommodations.

• Strong engagement and commitment to employee safety.
• The opportunity to build a meaningful career.
• Professional and personal development through training and work experiences.

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