Manufacturing Supervisor

About Crown

Crown Holdings, Inc. through it's 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. Our clients are some of the largest and most respected companies in the world.

Crown is dedicated to building a team of highly talented, dedicated, and driven individuals. It's an exciting time to join our business because Crown offers you the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in an expanding industry.

Crown was founded with the goal of valuing and promoting sustainability and this vision continues to be essential to our long-term future.

Job Description:

Location:

Hanover, PA

The Plant manufactures 2-piece and 3-piece steel cans for the food industry over 7 shifts. There are approximately 85 employees at the Hanover location.

The Plant is located on Route 194 in York County and is in close proximity to Gettysburg PA, York PA and the Maryland border.

This position is scheduled on a rotating 12-hour schedule. The hours for this position are 5pm-5am. There will be times where overtime is mandatory or hours may differ.

Position overview:Reporting directly to the Plant Superintendent, the Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for leading the manufacturing team to ensure production of a quality product that meets or exceeds customer expectations.

Duties And Responsibilities:Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:  

• Coordinates and supervises activities of equipment and workforce throughout the facility with a focus on optimizing Safety, Quality, Productivity, Spoilage and Employee Engagement
• Communicates all pertinent information between departments and between shifts on changes to equipment, production schedules, production problems or any other related information.
• Works with employees on identifying, discussing solutions and implementing “fixes” on machinery and equipment problems
• Performs and facilitates “on the job training”, coaching, and performance management of employees as needed or required
• Applies knowledge of various processes, production methods and processes to improve plant production
• Manages machinery set-up and adjustment and inspects products to ensure compliance to standards
• Oversees quality and recommends modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimal performance within the equipment limits
• Complete and/or administer necessary documentation such as production sheets, pallet ticketing, job progressions, disciplinary actions, monthly SAFE cards, time and attendance, accident reports and process control sheets
• Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS *

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

Minimum Requirements

• High School Education/GED
• 5-7 years experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment
• At least three years of proven supervisory experience
• Shift: Rotating 4 on, 4 off continuous operation work schedule, 5p-5a
• Must be available to work various shifts if needed and be able to work nights, weekends, and overtime to cover absences or provide additional support

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Packaging industry experience
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, SPC, and Lean Manufacturing
• Competencies
• Strong problem-solving skills through an individual and/or collaborative approach
• Ability to work independently or with a team
• Must be able to look at new solutions and “think outside the box”
• Effective leadership skills such as conflict resolution, communication, decision making, etc.
• Demonstrated employee relations skills and the ability to motivate people
• Excellent time management and project management skills as well as the ability to multi-task
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Strong computer skills and working knowledge of various Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Access, etc.)

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 employee may lift and/or move up to 10 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 plant environment but will be required to perform some job duties inside a typical office setting
• 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
• The noise level is frequently loud

Possible Equivalent Military Titles

Logistician; Store Manager; Supply and Warehousing Manager; Transportation Manager; Transportation Maintenance Manager

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Benefits:

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

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

This job description is subject to change at any time.                                            EEO/AA/Vets/Disabled

What Crown Offers You 

• Strong engagement and commitment to the safety of our employees

• The opportunity to build a meaningful career  

• Professional and personal development through training and work experiences   

Join us and become part of a team of professionals who are passionate about sustainable packaging!

Working Together Working Together is one of the five pillars that make up our Twentyby30 program. We aim to value and respect each individual and foster an environment of inclusivity.