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Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Lancaster, Ohio

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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.

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Lancaster, Ohio

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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.

Where Lifelong Careers Take Shape

Possibility takes many shapes—
what shape will it take for you?

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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

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Location:

  • Mill Park OH

Salary:

  • We offer competitive pay of $34.29-$38.22 / HR

Hours:

  • 12-hour swing shift positions  rotating between days and nights- 6 am - 6pm and 6pm to 6am

Benefits include but are not limited to:

Crown offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision/prescription/ life insurance and income protection benefits as well as a company funded pension plan, 401(K), stock purchase, tuition reimbursement and gain sharing programs.  Also, as part of our Total Safety Culture, Crown is committed to the safety, health and well-being of all of our employees and their families. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Ensuring optimum operation of manufacturing and facilities equipment by repairing and maintaining various items such as motors, gearboxes, pneumatic components, hydraulic systems, conveyor systems and thermal systems.
  • Troubleshooting mechanical malfunctions and locate sources of problems through interaction with production employees, equipment observation as well as referencing blueprints, diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications. Interfacing with all available Engineering sources as well as any other available resource.
  • Removing / dismantling defective or malfunctioning equipment, components and parts using necessary hand tools, power tools, specialty tools and equipment.
  • Adjusting functional equipment, components and parts through the use of standard and non-standard hand tools as well as any necessary specialty tools and equipment.
  • Working to minimize production line downtime by supporting production employees in their efforts to complete scheduled preventive maintenance and emergency repairs.
  • Fabricating repair parts by using machine shop equipment and instrumentation when necessary.
  • Checking items used for equipment repairs and maintenance out of spare parts storeroom inventory.
  • Anticipating future needs for spare parts, supplies and components and communicating to purchasing department.
  • Providing general information on maintenance activity to other maintenance staff, production employees, supervisors and administrative staff.
  • Maintain technical knowledge by attending necessary training, educational workshops, reviewing technical publications and establishing and maintaining professional relationships in the maintenance field.
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Acting as a resource for production / manufacturing employees engaged in maintenance activities.
  • Providing assistance in identifying, obtaining, staging and documenting materials, parts, special tools and equipment needed to do preventative mechanical maintenance work and / or repairs on production equipment and plant facilities.
  • Participating in and supporting continuous improvement efforts, working with and alongside of production / manufacturing employees in the process.
  • Ensuring that all safety, health and environmental concerns are considered when doing work and interfacing with EHS to complete documentation of safe work as necessary.
  • Ensuring that corporate and plant quality policies and procedures (such as but not limited to SQF, GMP, and chemical control) are followed in the performance of job duties and responsibilities.
  • Traveling (periodically) to receive work related training, meet with vendors, buyoff equipment, visit other Crown facilities, etc.
  • Providing on-call response to remedy critical maintenance situations.
  • Other related duties as assigned.
  • Must be able to work rotating 12 hour shifts


Preferred Qualifications: 

  • High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years of mechanical maintenance experience.
  • Knowledge of and basic troubleshooting skills associated with: Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Thermal, Kinetic and Potential Energy systems.
  • Reading and math skills are required along with the ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications.
  • Basic technical, computer, and analytical skills (from educational background and / or work experience).
  • Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
  • Basic working knowledge of computerized maintenance management software (Ex: MP2 or equivalent).
  • Familiarity and minimal proficiency with AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
  • Strong problem solving and creative thinking skills.
  • The ability to engage with employees at all levels of the organization.
  • Must be willing to participate and pass  a Mechanical Skills Test Device assessment.

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 may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on occasion
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus
  • The employee must be able to work up to twelve (12) hours shifts, both day and evening

Crown is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, nationality, citizenship, religion, age, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information, uniformed service, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law,

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but still think Crown Cork & Seal could be the right fit for you?

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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 27,000 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.  


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