About this opportunity

Due to new investment in this key site for Crown, we have opportunities for Production Engineers to support our ends line at Botcherby which is one of Crown’s biggest plants in Europe.

Planned ends volume for 2025 is currently 6 billion, we expect this to rise to over 8 billion with the planned investment, making this an exciting time to join Crown.

With 3 can lines installed as well; our capacity is in excess of 1.5 billion cans with the potential to grow further.

Shift Pattern
You will work on a Continental Based Shift Rota, attending 2 x 12-hour days followed by 2 x 12-hour nights, then 4 days off.

This pattern offers an outstanding work/life balance!

Salary and Benefits
• A competitive salary of £55,539.94 including shift premium
• Performance related pay scheme (over and above basic salary)
• 9% Company Pension contribution
• Private medical scheme, health cash plan and subsidised dental care
• 22 days annual leave per annum
• Free parking on-site
• Restaurant on-site
• Cycle to work scheme


Main Responsibilities
• Maintain the quality standard of products on all machines in your area, whilst ensuring that they are running to their maximum efficiency and minimum spoilage
• Make process and tooling adjustments as necessary whilst monitoring line production continually and recording results
• Identify and procure spare parts as required and in the event of a shortage of spare parts have the capability to manufacture the necessary parts
• Deliver planned preventive maintenance support and maintain a good standard of machine and plant housekeeping
• Support on-the-job training for new starters, apprentices, and colleagues

Required Education and Qualifications
• Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering

Required Experience, Skills and Competencies
• Previous experience in an Engineering or Manufacturing environment
• A commitment to Health and Safety
• A drive for continuous improvement

Beneficial Qualifications
• HNC