Full-Time
IBM i Operations Administrator
Updated on 8/23/2026
Crown Holdings
5,001-10,000 employees
Designs, manufactures, and sells packaging products
No salary listed
Yardley, PA, USA
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- A bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and internship experience.
- A strong interest in enterprise systems, infrastructure, and operations roles.
- Foundational understanding of operating systems, networking, and system administration.
- Willingness and eagerness to learn IBM i (AS/400) technologies in a production environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a desire to understand how systems work.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Participate in day-to-day IBM i system operations under the guidance of senior administrators.
- Learn to monitor system performance, job activity, and system health to ensure availability and reliability.
- Assist with routine operational tasks such as system checks, backups, and scheduled jobs.
- Support user administration activities, including profiles, permissions, and access requests.
- Gain hands-on exposure to system maintenance activities such as PTFs, upgrades, and hardware support.
- Work with cross-functional IT teams to support business applications and operational needs.
- Learn and follow Crown's IT security, compliance, and change management processes.
- Document procedures, runbooks, and operational tasks as part of knowledge sharing.
- Provide first-level support for IBM i-related incidents while developing troubleshooting skills.
- Internship, co-op, or academic exposure to enterprise IT environments or data centers.
- Basic familiarity with command-line interfaces or scripting.
- Basic familiarity with operating systems administration, including Windows, Linux, or similar systems.
- Basic familiarity with databases or job scheduling concepts.
- Coursework or exposure to systems analysis, infrastructure, or operations-focused roles.
- Interest in long-term career growth within IT operations or enterprise systems.
Crown Holdings designs, manufactures, and sells packaging products and equipment for consumer and industrial use. Its consumer packaging includes steel and aluminum cans, glass bottles, and metal closures for drinks, food, and household products. Its industrial packaging covers strap consumables and equipment, paper-based protective packaging, and plastic film supplies for metals, construction, agriculture, and other sectors. The company competes through its large scale, broad product portfolio, global manufacturing footprint, and direct sales organization, and its goal is to help customers securely package and transport products while enabling shelf appeal and efficient logistics worldwide.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Founded
1892
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 adjusted EPS rose 16% to $2.49, and guidance increased to $8.30-$8.50.
- Beverage can volumes rose 5% globally, with double-digit Asia growth and tight supply.
- Management expects at least $900 million adjusted free cash flow and ongoing buybacks.
What critics are saying
- Q1 2026 free cash flow was negative $141 million, while input costs squeezed margins.
- A €7.67 million EU cartel fine challenge still hangs over Crown’s reputation in 2026.
- The $550 million India build delays returns until 2027, exposing execution and demand risk.
What makes Crown Holdings unique
- Crown leads aluminum beverage cans, with 2026 double-digit Asia growth and 7% Europe growth.
- Its Northern India plant, starting second-half 2027, locks in United Breweries demand.
- Twentyby30 climate targets and solar builds strengthen customer pull for low-carbon packaging.
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↑ 9%Morris Heights Seniors housing project secures Permits. News | August 12, 2026 | Paul Bubny New York & Tri-State Permits have been approved for a new 10-story affordable senior housing development at 105 W. Tremont Ave. in the Morris Heights neighborhood of the Bronx. Developed by Crown Holdings in partnership with The Community Builders, one of the nation's largest affordable housing organizations, the project will provide 95 Affordable Independent Residences for Seniors (AIRS) and form part of a broader neighborhood regeneration initiative in Morris Heights. Designed by Crown Architecture, the approximately 55,000-square-foot, 100-foot-tall building will bring housing and support services to a borough where demand for affordable homes outpaces supply. In addition to housing, residents will have access to onsite amenities and services that include community and recreational spaces, an outdoor patio and garden, consultation rooms, laundry facilities, bicycle storage and a 24-hour attended reception The project incorporates a strong sustainability agenda through its Passive House design standards. The all-electric building will also feature an approximately 1,800-square-foot rooftop solar array.
Beverage Packaging Market to reach $225.0 billion by 2035. Published: Aug 2026 Beverage packaging market is projected to grow from $135.1 billion in 2025 to $225.0 billion by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 5.3% during the forecast period. The market growth is primarily driven by rising global consumption of packaged beverages, increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions, and strong expansion of the food & beverage industry across emerging economies. A key macro driver influencing the market is the rapid shift toward eco-friendly and recyclable packaging materials. Governments across regions are implementing strict regulations on single-use plastics, encouraging the adoption of paper-based cartons, recycled plastics (rPET), aluminum cans, and bioplastics. Additionally, increasing environmental awareness among consumers is pushing beverage manufacturers toward sustainable packaging innovations. Browse the full report description of "Beverage Packaging Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Packaging Type (Rigid Packaging, Flexible Packaging, Semi-Rigid Packaging), By Material Type (Plastic, Glass, Metal, Paper & Paperboard, Bioplastics, Others), By Product Type (Bottles, Cans, Cartons, Pouches, Bag-in-Box, Cups & Tubs, Kegs & Drums, Sachets & Stick Packs), By Packaging Technology (Aseptic Packaging, Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP), Active Packaging, Intelligent/Smart Packaging, Vacuum Packaging, Retort Packaging), Forecast Period (2026-2035)" at https://www.omrglobal.com/industry-reports/beverage-packaging-market From an application standpoint, rising demand for bottled water, carbonated soft drinks, energy drinks, dairy beverages, and ready-to-drink (RTD) products continues to support market expansion. The growth of organized retail, e-commerce grocery delivery, and quick-commerce platforms has further strengthened the need for durable, lightweight, and cost-efficient packaging formats. Among material types, plastic packaging remains dominant, while metal (aluminium cans) is the fastest-growing segment due to recyclability and premium beverage adoption. Paper & paperboard packaging is also gaining strong traction, especially in dairy and juice segments, due to sustainability initiatives. Several strategic developments are shaping the industry landscape. Key industry developments include: * In April 2026, Crown Holdings announced plans to establish a state-of-the-art beverage can manufacturing facility in northern India, which will have an annual production capacity of 2.2 billion cans starting from 2027. The facility will focus on sustainable beverage can production technologies to support high-growth demand markets. * In December 2025, Tetra Pak and García Carrión introduced the world's first paper-based barrier for juice packaging, marking a major advancement in renewable and sustainable beverage carton materials for global markets. Market Coverage * The market numbers available for - 2025-2035 - Base year - 2025 - Forecast period - 2026-2035 * Segment Covered - o By Packaging Type o By Material Type o By Product Type o By Packaging Technology * Competitive Landscape -Amcor, Ball Corporation, Tetra Pak, Crown Holdings, Berry Global Key Questions Addressed by the Report * What is the market growth rate? - Which segment and region dominate the market in the base year? - Which segment and region will project the fastest growth in the market? - Who is the leader in the market? - How are players addressing challenges to sustain growth? - Where is the investment opportunity? Global Beverage Packaging Market Report Segment By Packaging Type * Rigid Packaging * Flexible Packaging * Semi-Rigid Packaging By Material Type * Plastic * Glass * Metal * Paper & Paperboard * Bioplastics * Others By Product Type * Bottles * Cans * Cartons * Pouches * Bag-in-Box * Cups & Tubs * Kegs & Drums * Sachets & Stick Packs By Packaging Technology * Aseptic Packaging * Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) * Active Packaging * Intelligent/Smart Packaging * Vacuum Packaging * Retort Packaging Global Beverage Packaging Market Report Segment by Region North America * United States * Canada * UK * Germany * France * Italy * Spain * Rest of Europe Asia-Pacific * China * India * Japan * South Korea * Australia & New Zealand * ASEAN Economies * Rest of Asia-Pacific Rest of the World * Latin America * Middle East & Africa Need Assistance * Contact Person: Mr. Anurag Tiwari * Call Us: +91 780-304-0404 * Mail Us: [email protected] Why buy from Orion Market Research Pvt. Ltd? * Covers more than 15 major industries, which are further segmented into 90+ sectors * 65% of its clients are loyal customers * 120+ countries are covered in analysis * currently servicing 1000+ customers globally * 100+ paid data sources mined to research * Its expert team will assist you with all research need and customization * Its expert research analyst will resolve your every query before and after purchasing the report
Crown Holdings reported second quarter 2026 results showing diluted earnings per share of $2.23, up from $1.56 in 2025. Adjusted diluted earnings per share increased 16% to $2.49 compared to $2.15 in the prior year. Global beverage can volumes rose 5%, driven by double-digit growth in Asia and increases of 7% in Europe and 5% in North America. Net sales reached $3,668 million versus $3,149 million in the second quarter of 2025. The company repurchased $305 million in shares during the quarter, representing almost 7% of outstanding shares over the previous twelve months. The net leverage ratio stood at 2.5 times adjusted EBITDA. Crown raised its full year guidance for adjusted diluted earnings per share to a range of $8.30 to $8.50, up from $7.90 to $8.30 previously. The company expects to generate adjusted free cash flow of at least $900 million.
Crown Holdings reported first-quarter revenues of $3.26 billion, up 12.9% year on year and exceeding analysts' expectations by 7.8%. Despite beating revenue and earnings per share estimates, the stock has declined 8.6% since reporting and currently trades at $92.88. Across the industrial packaging sector, the seven tracked stocks reported a strong quarter, with revenues beating consensus estimates by 3.6% on average. However, share prices have declined 2.7% on average since earnings announcements. Graphic Packaging Holding was the best performer, reporting revenues of $2.16 billion—up 1.7% year on year and outperforming expectations by 5.1%. Its stock has risen 9.1% since reporting, currently trading at $10.43. Industrial packaging companies face shifting customer preferences towards eco-friendly materials whilst remaining vulnerable to macroeconomic conditions and consumer spending patterns.
StockStory has flagged Crown Holdings as a company to avoid, citing limited growth potential, slower earnings growth than peers and pressure from high input costs affecting gross margins. The critique questions whether Crown's scale and cost structure now constrain rather than support its competitiveness. Crown's Q1 2026 results illustrate these concerns: revenue rose to $3.26 billion from $2.89 billion year-on-year, whilst net income fell to $175 million from $193 million and earnings per share slipped to $1.56 from $1.65. The mixed results highlight how input costs and competitive pressures are affecting profitability. The company's narrative projects $13.5 billion revenue and $899.4 million earnings by 2029, requiring 2.9% yearly revenue growth. Community fair value estimates range from $126 to $195 per share.