Supervisor, Plant Production

About Crown

Crown Holdings, Inc. through its subsidiaries is a world leader in the metal packaging production process. We design and manufacture a range of innovative and sustainable metal packaging solutions and products for leading global companies.

Crown’s Beverage Division manufactures packaging solutions for soft drinks, craft beers, coffees, teas, and new energy drinks. The division leads the industry with innovative technologies that redefine how the world looks at beverage cans.

Mankato, MN

The Manufacturing Supervisor works closely with the Plant Manager and Plant Superintendent to ensure the production of a quality product that meets or exceeds customer expectations. The role operates a rotating shift with an assigned crew.

• Coordinate and supervise equipment and personnel activities with a focus on Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Spoilage.
• Communicate pertinent information between departments and shifts regarding equipment, schedules, and production issues.
• Perform on‑the‑job training and coaching for all employees as needed.
• Apply knowledge of various processes and production methods to improve plant production.
• Manage machinery set‑up, adjustment, and inspect products to ensure compliance with standards.
• Oversee quality and recommend modifications to existing standards for optimal performance.
• Complete and administer documentation such as production sheets, pallet tickets, job progressions, disciplinary actions, monthly SAFE cards, time and attendance, accident reports, and process control sheets.
• Perform additional job‑related duties as required or assigned.

• High School Education or GED.
• Five to seven years of experience in a high‑speed manufacturing environment.
• At least three years of proven supervisory experience.
• Availability to work various shifts, nights, weekends, and overtime to cover absences or provide additional support.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Packaging industry experience.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, SPC, and Lean Manufacturing.

• Strong problem‑solving skills, both individually and collaboratively.
• Ability to work independently or with a team.
• Innovative thinking and “outside the box” solutions.
• Effective leadership skills, including conflict resolution, communication, and decision making.
• Demonstrated employee relations skills and ability to motivate people.
• Excellent time management and project management skills with the ability to multi‑task.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Access, etc.).

• Regularly sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands, and sometimes balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• May lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

• Primarily in a plant environment with some duties performed in an office setting.
• Potential exposure to moving mechanical parts and vehicular traffic.
• Exposure to a range of temperatures and frequent loud noise.

• Logistician, Store Manager, Supply and Warehousing Manager, Transportation Manager, Transportation Maintenance Manager.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

• Medical, dental, vision—no monthly premium for employees.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Basic life insurance and short‑term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Safety shoe and prescription safety glasses allowance.

• Strong engagement and commitment to employee safety.
• Opportunity to build a meaningful career.
• Professional and personal development through training and work experiences.

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