Job Description:
Your work environment : We are now looking to recruit a Production Engineer Metal Finishing – LSM and Dryers in the Central Production Engineering Department (PED) of Bevcan EMA. The role could be based at our centre in Wantage (UK) or preferably at one of our European plants 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.
Your mission in Crown:
Join us and participate in all the improvement activities of the Metal Finishing to improve all standards of the manufacturing processes in terms of quality, cost and efficiency.
Primary areas of activity and responsibility for the role will include the Lacquer Spray Machines (LSMs), Rim Coaters (BRCs & MRCs), Over varnish units (O/V), the associating ovens: IBOs, Pin Ovens, Washer Dryers, UV ovens with all associated materials /chemicals.
You provide 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 Finishing 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 to Higher National Diploma (HND) or Degree level in in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering. 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 specific areas of Metal Finishing areas, focusing on Lacquer Spray Machines (LSMs), Rim Coaters (BRCs & MRCs), Overvarnish units (O/V), the associating ovens: IBOs, Pin Ovens, Washer Dryers and UV ovens.
You can show proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely at all levels and you demonstrate high levels of problem-solving, with a logical approach 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.
Skills Required
- Higher National Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering
- Highly experienced in two-piece engineering and manufacturing process knowledge
- Strong knowledge or ability to develop expertise in metal-finishing equipment and processes
- Safety-minded approach
- Clear and concise communication skills at all organizational levels
- Strong problem-solving, logical reasoning, and decision-making skills
- Leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
- Computer literacy
- Willingness and flexibility to travel overseas at short notice for extended periods
- Ability to adapt to different cultures and circumstances
What We Do
Crown is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture, and sale of packaging products and equipment for consumer and industrial products. Crown's packaging for consumer products include steel and aluminum cans for food, beverage, household and other consumer products, glass bottles for beverage product and metal vacuum closures and steel crowns sold through Crown's sales organization to the soft drink, food, citrus, brewing, household products, personal care and various other industries. Crown's packaging for industrial products includes steel and plastic strap consumables and equipment, paper based protective packaging, and plastic film consumables and equipment, which are sold into the metals, food and beverage, construction, agricultural, corrugated, and general industries. At December 31, 2021, the Company operated over 200 manufacturing plants along with sales and service facilities throughout 40 countries and had approximately 26,000 employees. Consolidated net sales for Company in 2021 were $11.4 billion with 56% derived from operations outside the US and Canada.
