Forklift Driver/Palletizer Operator - Crown Cork and Seal USA : Job Details

Job Title Forklift Driver/Palletizer Operator Plant/Location Olympia, WA 98501 US (Primary) Job Type Hourly Category Manufacturing and Production Career Level Entry Level Education No high school diploma Job Accountabilities Position Overview: This is a dual position: * The forklift operator ensures the packaging, handling, and shipment of a quality product that meets or exceeds customer expectations. * The Palletizer Operator works independently Location: Olympia, WA Salary: $27.4741 average/ per hour - Forklift Driver $27.4741 average/ per hour - Palletizer Operator This is a union position with a pension. Benefits: Crown offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including free company paid health insurance for employees as well a free pension plan. Forklift Operator duties and responsibilities: Reporting directly to the Plant Shipping Supervisor, the Forklift Driver/Operators responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following: * Ensures all equipment, guards, and safety devices are in place at all times, and follows safe work procedures and safety rules * Operates sit-down propane forklift to transport inventory and load tractor trailers for shipment. * Transports inventory in warehouse to correct locations and stages orders for shipment. * Understands daily production schedule and corresponds with management, leads, and coworkers accordingly * Performs visual inspection of aluminum cans and packaging quality * Monitors schedules, equipment, or processes, and reports problems to Supervisor * Follows all SOP's (standard operating procedures) and communicates with proper personnel as concerns or issues arise * Assist Quality Assurance in locating pallets for sampling * Performs other related duties as required * The above information reflects the general job duties and should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements. Palletizer Operator Duties and Responsibilities: The Palletizer Operator is an entry-level position will be responsible for operating automatic can palletizing equipment to pattern and/or transfer cans to and from pallets. Job Requirements * Minimum 18 years old * High School diploma or G.E.D preferred * Equivalent with 3+ years working on a sit-down forklift experience required. * Working in a manufacturing setting (high-speed manufacturing is preferred). * Must be able to withstand extreme climate changes especially during summer and winter months. * Effective and proven communication skills (both written and verbal) working in a team environment. * Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects/tasks at the same time. * Effective record keeping skills and the ability to focus on details * Must be able to stand for prolonged periods as well as work on elevated stationary platforms and withstand extreme climate changes especially during summer months. * Demonstrated strong attention to detail, good record keeping, and precision abilities is highly desirable. * Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, either nights from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., or days from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., weekends and overtime as business needs dictate. * This position requires union membership after 30 days of hire. Preferred Requirements * OSHA/Forklift Trainer Certified * Beverage Packaging industry experience * Knowledge of AS400 Interested: Take the next step in your career and apply online today at www.crowncork.com/careers. 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 thei