Team Leader - Crown Holdings : Job Details

Job TitleTeam LeaderPlant/LocationTinley Park, IL 60487 US (Primary)Job TypeSalaryCategoryResearch, Development & EngineeringCareer LevelExperienced (Non-Manager)EducationBachelor's DegreeJob AccountabilitiesKey responsibilities and accountabilities:1. Investigate factory quality problems, customer and consumer complaints using a broad range of skills and techniques such asCan performance testingSeam evaluationsCoating performance testsMicroscopy and metallographyPlant trialsBev/Food processing simulationProvide reports with clear conclusions and recommendations2. Manage and record work requests using appropriate IT systemsPrioritise work to ensure business needs are met and time is used effectivelyWork within the Technical Support Team to ensure all requests are dealt with and resources are allocated efficientlyLiaise with other teams, departments and/or external resources to ensure the root cause of a problem can be establishedMaintain proactive communication with stakeholdersRegularly review work for value added opportunities and update value added reportMonthly reports3. Contribute to the wider activities of Materials and Crown TechnologyProactive approach to environment, health and safety and energy saving initiativesInvolvement in development and innovation teams as requiredFull participation in workshopsJob RequirementsESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTSProfessional and academicqualifications:Degree in science or engineering subjectOrSeveral years relevant experience in a similar technical support rolePrevious experienceDemonstrated ability to work in a laboratory or manufacturing environmentSkills and competenciesExcellent written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal/verbal communication skillsAble to manage and plan multiple work requestsPersonal attributesCustomer focussed problem solverSelf-starter and able to work with minimal supervision, but also effective as a member of a teamDiligent and attention to detailAble to learn and apply new techniques quickly and effectivelyEnjoys a balance of practical work, job management and reportingLanguagesEnglishPREFERRED REQUIREMENTSContinuous improvement (eg 6) trainedExperience of metal packaging technology (beverage cans or metal vacuum closures)Beverage and or Food filling and processingStatistical knowledgeTrained in one or more relevant investigation techniquesStrategic thinker - able to translate problems into improvement opportunitiesTravel30 - 40%Crown is an equal opportunity employer. Crown does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of race, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.