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Plant Engineer at Crown Cork & Seal USA, Inc. Careers

Crown Cork & Seal USA, Inc. Careers No longer available $12+/hour

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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 approximately 23,000 people and net sales of approximately $12 billion, we are uniquely positioned to bring the 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 Closures, Aerosol & Promotional Packaging (CAPP) Division manufactures a variety of packaging solutions for the largest consumer packaging companies in North America. Our distinguished list of clients including SC Johnson, Abbott Laboratories and Unilever. We manufacture total packaging solutions including: Closures : We manufacture a variety of decorative food and metal vacuum sealed closures, metal and composite closures, capping systems for glass and plastic container manufacturers. Aerosol Packaging : We manufacture cans and ends for manufacturers of personal care, food, household and industrial products. We offer our customers a broad range of products including multiple sizes, color schemes and shaped packaging. Promotional and Specialty Packaging : We manufacture a wide array of decorative containers with numerous lid and closure variations. Here is your chance to join the CAPP Division. JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES: Management of Engineering Projects : Oversee the development and execution of engineering projects within the plant, ensuring they meet safety and operational effectiveness requirements. Maintenance Oversight : Manage the maintenance of plant facilities and equipment, ensuring they are maintained at optimal levels to support production objectives. Resource Allocation : Allocate resources effectively to meet production goals while maintaining cost efficiency and quality standards. Team Leadership : Lead and develop engineering and maintenance personnel, ensuring they are trained and equipped to perform their roles effectively. Continuous Improvement : Implement and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant operations and efficiency. Budgeting and Cost Management : Assist in expense and capital budgeting, ensuring projects are completed within established economic cost standards. Compliance and Safety : Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards, promoting a culture of safety within the plant. JOB REQUIREMENTS: The ideal candidate will possess: BS Degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering 2- 5 years' experience in a production or manufacturing setting ideally in a high-speed metal forming operation including supervisory/management responsibilities. Strong working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC's Full command of MS Office (Word, Access, Excel & Power Point) and AUTOCAD. Strong organization and project management skills and ability to consistently meet deadlines Experience working with Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing teams. Mechanical knowledge that can be conveyed using good written and verbal communication skills Time management and multi-project management skills Pay Range for this role: $83,424 - $132,624 based upon experience

$25k is below typical pay for Chemical Engineers nationally

National salary averages
$25k
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$79k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $182k

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Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+3%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
A bachelor's degree is typically expected.
Typical: Bachelor's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024