Production Engineer Metal Forming Bevcan EMEA

CR_85 CROWN Packaging Services EMEA Limited; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Production Engineer - Metal Forming to join the Bevcan EMEA Production Engineering team. The role is based at Wantage (UK) or at one of Crownb s European plants and supports multiple locations, driving improvements in quality, cost and efficiency.

You will lead process improvements, develop SOPs, and deliver hands-on training in metal forming equipment while collaborating with cross-functional teams and overseas sites.

Qualifications

• Engineering background or higher qualification.
• Proven ability in metal forming disciplines (cupping, necking, bodymaking).
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Willingness to travel overseas at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Provide plant operational support for quality issues and maintenance.
• Lead improvement projects and cost reduction programmes.
• Develop and train teams on metal forming equipment and processes.
• Promote SOPs and best practices across manufacturing sites.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

2pc engineering

Process knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Willing to travel

Education

ONC/HNC/HND or degree

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Job Description: Your work environment: We are now looking to recruit a Production Engineer - Metal Forming (DWI 2-Piece Can) within our Production Engineering Department of Bevcan EMEA, based at our centre in Wantage (UK) or preferably at one of our European plant locations. The scope of the role is to support 12 manufacturing locations in Europe (UK, France, Spain, Italy, Slovakia, Greece, Germany and Turkey) and 5 in the Middle East and North Africa (UAE, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Tunisia). You will also be involved in project work at new greenfield sites and newly acquired manufacturing locations. Join us and participate in all the improvement activities of the Metal Forming to improve all standards of the manufacturing processes in terms of quality, cost and efficiency.

Primary areas of activity and responsibility for the role include:

• Coil Handling
• Cupping system
• Bodymakers
• Trimmers
• Necker
• Flanger
• Reformer
• Die sets
• Tooling and Lubricants applied in the forming process

You provide regular plant operational support for quality issues and support in maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting, implementing best practices and follow-up with issues and improvement projects. You realise Line operation and technical audits and propose improvements opportunities through respective projects. You promote the development of SOP's, Best Practices and Cost Reduction Programmes for regular operation and changeover conditions. You deliver classroom and hands-on the job training in Metal Forming equipment and processes. You take part in the Lean Manufacturing and Sustainability strategy of the Group towards materials' consumption reduction and process waste removal by supporting any new materials' trials and process-challenging activities. You liaise with CROWN Technology on equipment, tooling, materials and process improvements and standardisation of specifications. You pass on the local Plant Teams new technologies and operational standards and you act as an ambassador of the Company’s operational culture towards the main manufacturing-related KPIs.

About you:

The successful candidate has a sound engineering background/ or you are qualified to ONC, HNC, HND or degree level. You are highly experienced in 2pc engineering and process knowledge, with a safety mind-set. You have the ability to acquire and utilise knowledge in the specific areas of cupping, bodymaking and necking. You are able to show proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely at all levels and you demonstrate with a logical approach, high levels of problem-solving and effective decision-making skills. A self-starter, you are an effective team player, with strong leadership and interpersonal skills. You are as well computer literate. You are flexible to travel at short notice and for extended periods overseas, with the willingness to adapt to different cultures and circumstances.

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. Ready to go behind the scenes? With hundreds of maufacturing plants and 20,000+ employees worldwide, there's a lot that goes into the design and production of Crown packaging. We serve a variety of markets including food, beverage, household, personal care, and more. Since we were founded in 1892, we've been on a mission to manufacture best-in-class packaging while championing best-in-class teams. Together, we're building something that lasts thanks to great products, made by great people.