Production Engineer

Role - Production Engineer
Location - Peterborough
Contract Type - Permanent
Working Pattern - Shift-based, site-based role (4 on 4 off)
Salary - £57,089 (inclusive of shift allowance)
Start Date - ASAP

Join a World-Class Manufacturing Team in Peterborough

Are you a skilled mechanical professional ready to step into a high-performing, fast-paced manufacturing environment where your expertise truly makes an impact?

At Crown, we're not just producing cans-we're creating world-class products with precision, innovation, and pride. With over 130 years of global success, 179 plants across 39 countries, and a reputation for operational excellence, we offer the stability of a global leader combined with the energy of a growing, cutting-edge site.

Our Peterborough facility is a standout success story, recognised internally as "Overall Best Plant in EMEA" within just three years of opening. As we continue to expand, we're looking for talented Production Engineers to play a key role in our next phase of growth.

The Opportunity

In this hands-on role, you'll be at the heart of our production line, maintaining and optimising front-end machinery to deliver high-quality products while ensuring maximum efficiency and minimal waste.

This isn't just about keeping things running-it's about continuously improving. You'll be part of a collaborative team that tackles challenges head-on, reduces downtime, and drives operational excellence across the plant.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £57,089 inclusive of shift allowance
• Pension scheme and healthcare benefits
• Generous holiday allowance
• Structured shift pattern providing consistency and balance
• Opportunities to work with industry-leading machinery and technology
• Clear progression pathways within a global organisation

What You'll Bring

You'll be a proactive problem solver with a passion for quality and a strong commitment to health and safety. You'll thrive in a team environment where accountability and continuous improvement are key.

A Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering is essential, alongside experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.

Why Crown?

At Crown Peterborough, we invest in our people because we know they drive our success. In just three years, around 20% of our team has been promoted, and many others have been supported through apprenticeships in areas like Mechatronics, HR, Continuous Improvement, and Leadership.

You'll be joining a business that genuinely lives its values-where high performance is recognised, development is supported, and teamwork is at the core of everything we do.

If you're looking for more than just a job-if you want to be part of a team that's setting the standard in manufacturing and building something exceptional-this could be your next move!!!

Apply today and be part of a team where #ThisTeamCan.