Front End Mechanic

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:

Role Summary

The Front End PM&R (Preventive Maintenance & Repair) Technician is a hands-on mechanical specialist who supports complex preventive maintenance, major repairs, and overhaul activities and assists Maintainers during challenging breakdowns.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute complex PMs and precision mechanical work on can-making and ancillary equipment per standards and safe practices.
• Lead/support major overhauls: tear-down, inspection, measurement, rebuild, alignment, lubrication, and startup verification.
• Support breakdowns: diagnose root causes, develop safe repair plans, and restore stable operation.
• Perform advanced mechanical troubleshooting and document findings and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Electricians/Controls, recognizing when support is required for safe, efficient repairs.
• Work with Planning and Stores to review jobs, confirm parts/tools, and improve work packages.
• Use eMaint to manage work orders, record work and measurements, and maintain accurate parts transactions.
• Escalate equipment, safety, and quality risks; collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, 5S, guarding, and workmanship.
• Drive continuous improvement: enhance reliability, PMs, and share learnings.
• Develop Maintainer-level capability within 12 months (operation support, setups, basic PMs, troubleshooting).
• Complete onboarding/shadowing to learn equipment, QA, and site standards.
• Demonstrate strong craftsmanship, safe habits, and proactive learning.

Safety & Compliance (Non‑Negotiable)

• Adhere to all safety procedures at all times; stop work and escalate unsafe conditions.
• Apply LOTO and verify zero energy before working on equipment.
• Maintain proper guarding, use tools safely, and never bypass safety devices.
• Follow PPE, working-at-heights, housekeeping, and hazard reporting requirements.
• Comply with quality standards and prevent contamination

Qualifications

• Licensed Industrial Millwright and/or Machinist (Red Seal or equivalent).
• 3–5 years’ hands-on maintenance experience in industrial/manufacturing (high-speed preferred).
• Strong mechanical fundamentals: bearings, lubrication, drives, gearboxes, pneumatics/hydraulics, alignment, precision measurement, and rigging.
• Practical fabrication/repair skills: welding, drilling, grinding, and use of shop equipment; manual machining (lathe, drill press, mills) is an asset.
• Able to read/interpret drawings and document work clearly.
• Basic electrical/controls awareness to support safe troubleshooting coordination.
• Committed to safety, procedures, and continuous improvement.
• Proficient with digital systems for work orders and parts (e.g., Emaint).

Preferred

• Prior experience with metal packaging/can making equipment or other high-speed converting/packaging equipment.
• Experience with planned maintenance systems (CMMS), precision rebuilds, and structured PM programs.
• Ability to mentor others informally and work effectively across shifts.

Crown will not sponsor applicants for any type of work visa.  Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

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!
 

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