Mechanical Assembly Engineer

Crown Holdings, Inc.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

CarnaudMetalbox Engineering (CMbE) in Wortley, Leeds, is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Engineer on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract to assemble and test can-making equipment. The role requires at least 2 years of assembly and testing experience, a Level 3 apprenticeship in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent), and hands-on skills with fittings, testing and Lean principles.

You will work autonomously, prioritise workloads, and contribute to cost-saving initiatives while supporting

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in assembly and testing Original Equipment Manufacturer machinery.
• Level 3 apprenticeship in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of assembly activities including fitting and testing.
• Understanding of basic Lean Principles.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test machinery and can-making equipment using drawings, build books and SOPs to produce quality work.
• Participate in non-conformance investigations and document relevant data.
• Ensure compliance with stock control procedures and actively contribute to cost-saving initiatives.
• Prioritise workload and maintain calm under pressure while delivering quality work.
• Work autonomously with strong problem-solving and mechanical skills.

Skills

Problem solving

Mechanical skills

Technical skills

Prioritisation

Autonomous work

Education

Level 3 apprenticeship in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Mechanical Assembly Engineer 12 Month FTC

We are recruiting a Mechanical Assembly Engineer to join our site in Wortley, Leeds on a 12-Month Fixed Term Contract.

About CMbE

CarnaudMetalbox Engineering (CMbE) designs, develops, and manufactures high-performance metal forming and finishing machinery for the production of beverage, food, and aerosol cans. With our commitment to innovation and precision engineering, it is an exciting time to join our business. CMbE offers you the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in an expanding industry.

Your mission in CMbE

The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling and testing machinery and can making equipment using engineering drawings, machine build books and SOPs to produce quality work to the required standard.

The ideal candidate will have experience participating in non-conformance investigations, and in documenting relevant data. They will ensure compliance with stock control procedures and actively contribute to cost-saving initiatives while providing constructive feedback to the improvement team.

As part of the role, caniddates must be able to prioritise workload whilst remaining calm under pressure. They will have strong problem-solving, mechanical and technical skills and possess the ability to work autonomously. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a high quality of work, adaptability, make sound judgements and take initiative.

About You

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience within the Assembly and in testing Original Equipment Manufacturer machinery. The candidate must hold a minimum of a level 3 apprenticeship in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.

We require candidates to have good knowledge of Assembly Engineering activities including fitting and testing and a good understanding of Basic Lean Principles. The candidates must have good hand skills to assemble and test can-making equipment to meet customer requirements.