Skilled Mechanic

Crowncork; Carlisle; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Private medical

Life assurance

On-site canteen

Cycle to work

Leave during Christmas/New Year period

22 days annual leave

Job summary

Crown Packaging Manufacturing UK Limited in Carlisle is seeking a skilled mechanic to maintain and service a range of production machinery in a 24/7 operation on a 2x12 hour shift pattern.

You will diagnose faults, read drawings, perform repairs, and help improve machine reliability, with a competitive salary and benefits package including pension, private medical, life cover, and on-site facilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a skilled mechanic in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Qualification in mechanical discipline (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, City & Guilds).
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Commitment to health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned, preventative and corrective maintenance on production machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and failures using diagnostic tools.
• Execute repairs, replacements, and adjustments of mechanical components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and manuals for troubleshooting.
• Ensure work complies with health and safety regulations and quality standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement to improve machine reliability.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, parts used, and equipment performance.
• Collaborate with production teams, engineers and maintenance staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Participate in training programs to learn new technologies and equipment.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new machinery as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 / HNC/HND

Job description

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: Skilled Mechanic - CROWN Packaging Manufacturing UK Limited

We currently have a vacancy for a Skilled Mechanic working continuous shifts (2 x 12 hours days & 2 x 12 hour nights, followed by 4 rest days), based in Botcherby, Carlisle (UK). The Botcherby Plant is a major supplier of our aluminum beverage can products, manufacturing in the region of 1.4 billion cans and in excess of 6 billion ring pull ends per year, operating 24/7. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and knowledgeable individual to join a multinational organisation.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Skilled Mechanic to join our team at CROWN Packaging Manufacturing UK Limited. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of a wide range of industrial machinery and equipment within our manufacturing facility, ensuring optimal operational efficiency, exemplary quality standards and minimising machine downtime.

In return you will receive:

• a competitive salary of £53,573.88 performance related pay scheme (over and above basic salary)
• an attractive contributory pension scheme
• private medical scheme, health cash plan and subsidised dental care
• life assurance scheme
• on site canteen
• cycle to work scheme
• leave during Christmas/New Year period
• 22 days annual leave per annum

Job Responsibilities

• Perform planned, preventative and corrective maintenance on a variety of production machinery, including but not limited to presses, conveyors, forming equipment, coating equipment and associated auxiliary systems.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and failures accurately and efficiently using a range of diagnostic tools and techniques.
• Execute repairs, replacements, and adjustments of mechanical components such as gears, bearings, motors, pumps, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical manuals to aid in troubleshooting and repair activities.
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health and safety regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying potential areas for machine optimization and reliability enhancements.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, parts used, and equipment performance.
• Collaborate effectively with production teams, engineers, and other maintenance personnel to ensure seamless operations.
• Participate in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge of new technologies and equipment.
• Assist with the installation and commissioning of new machinery as required.

Job Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Skilled Mechanic or similar role in a manufacturing, automotive or industrial environment.
• Recognised qualification in a Mechanical biased discipline e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, City & Guilds
• Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance manuals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to fault finding.
• Demonstrated commitment to health and safety procedures and practices.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Basic IT skills for record-keeping and accessing technical information.

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!

Working Together is one of the five pillars that make up our Twentyby30 program. We aim to value and respect each individual and foster an environment of inclusivity.

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.