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General Laborer

La Crosse, Wisconsin

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Working on your feet and with your hands isn’t for everyone—but it’s a joy for those who join Crown’s Manufacturing & Production team. When you work within our manufacturing divisions, you’re creating the environment and tools that bring the world’s most renowned products to life. A commitment to quality and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting are crucial in these roles. Put your skills to the test and assist across departments in operating, repairing, maintaining and improving plant machinery and equipment.

Ready for a role that’ll grow your skills and your career? Read our full description to see if you’re a fit.

General Laborer

La Crosse, Wisconsin

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Overview

Joining Crown means joining a global leader in the design and manufacture of packaging products. In one of our manufacturing divisions, you’ll be key in packaging household products we use every day. You may develop, fix or fabricate solutions and work within the shop and production departments. No matter the location, safety’s a top priority for you, and you’ll be fully compliant with all OSHA rules and regulations. While day-to-day tasks may vary, flexibility and agility will be required in these roles.

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Success Profile

We’re looking for a candidate who's goal oriented and able to work in a high-speed manufacturing environment. You should be a team player and take direction well in addition to being focused and flexible enough to move from task to task.

  • Deadline-oriented
  • Efficient
  • Patient
  • Team player
  • Industrious
  • Independent

Our Culture

At Crown, we’re on a mission to create the shape of things to come. That means shaping quality packaging with integrity, making products that’ll last, and building careers with longevity. We’re invested in doing the work to ensure all employees are treated fairly and are compensated with the benefits, pay, learning resources, and welcoming environment they deserve.

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Tracy Zavasky Tracy Zavasky

“Crown has given me the opportunity to build on my education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program and to grow my career while doing work that I love.”

Tracy Zavasky

Packer Operator

Benefits

In addition to a generous starting hourly wage, you may be eligible for our total rewards benefits, including a 401(k) with company match.

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401(k)

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Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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Pension Plan

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Tuition Reimbursement

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Free Company-Paid Health Insurance

Responsibilities

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The General Laborer is responsible for cleaning assigned processing equipment, assisting with label changes, picking up and/or moving materials and machine parts, provide support for break relief, sorting cans for visual defects, and other duties as assigned. 

LOCATION:
Crown Beverage Packaging, La Crosse WI is surrounded by stunning bluffs, lies alongside the mighty Mississippi River, and is also home to over 20 miles of beautiful scenic trails. The plant which employs 113 employees is just minutes from the historic downtown which hosts unique shops, lively entertainment, museums, art galleries and more! The plant is close to major highways such as I-94 and the approximate distance from the La Crosse Airport is about 7 minutes. 

ABOUT CROWN:
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 do this by delivering innovative packaging that offers significant value for brand owners, retailers and consumers alike. With operations in 39 countries employing over 29,000 people and net sales of over $11 billion, we are uniquely positioned to bring best practices in quality and manufacturing to our customers to drive their businesses locally and globally.  Sustaining a leadership position requires us to build a team of highly talented, dedicated and driven individuals.  

DIVISION OVERVIEW:
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 packaging 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 packaging format to create compelling brand presence where it counts. Here is your chance to join the Crown Beverage Division.

BENEFITS:
Crown offers a generous starting wage of$24.88 401K, employee stock purchase plan, pension plan, a tuition reimbursement program for all employees, and more! Crown's comprehensive benefits include FREE company paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage) for all employees. For night shifts, we offer a 5% shift differential. And because this position works 12 hour shifts, employees earn time and a half after 8 hours per shift

**Eligible for $500 Sign on Bonus after 6 months


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

Minimum Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred (Associates Degree or technical training from trade school a plus)
  • The associate must possess a mechanical aptitude and precision ability is highly desirable
  • Must be available to work 12-hour shifts 6:30pm-6:30am (night shift), rotating 4 days on/4 days off which may fall on holidays, weekends, and nights as the business needs

Competencies

  • Demonstrate a proficiency in math and an ability to follow directions
  • Strong attention to detail and proficient at recordkeeping
  • Capable of working under pressure and possess flexibility to adjust to sudden work patterns or varying schedules
  • Ability to work independently and in a team setting
  • Safety minded, follows all safety rules and expectations
  • Demonstrated commitment to quality
  • Experience in can making a plus!

Physical Requirements

  • While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and may be required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl  
  • The associate will be required to stand at times for long periods and work on elevated stationary platforms
  • The associate may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus

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

Take the next step in your career and apply online today at www.crowncork.com/careers!   

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