About this opportunityThe Tooling Materials Specialist provides technical leadership on material selection, material specification and supplier qualification for the design and manufacture of contact tooling for can-making. As subject matter expert they lead efforts to develop new contact tooling material solutions to improve process efficiency and capability and act as a key contact for Designers, Toolmakers, Material Suppliers and Factory Toolcare personnel. They will lead tooling material related failure analysis and support activities. Main ResponsibilitiesKey materials technical resource for Crown's subsidiary tooling & machinery manufacturing operations and Corporate Technology Design Engineers and Materials project manager for tooling material development and support projects. Specification & Supplier Qualification of materials and coatings used in contact tooling, particularly cermet's (e.g. tungsten carbides), tool steels and technical ceramics Material selection support for design including identification of global equivalents Coordination of material approval processes & tooling standardisation between Corporate Technologies and Crown's Purchasing Groups & Business sectors Tooling materials development, including a strategic role to identify opportunities with existing & new suppliers, to identify materials solutions for new applications and to implement these with the relevant business. Service support for failure investigation of tooling and machine components Metallurgy preparation laboratory wardenship & training Provide topic expertise to Business regional manufacturing and quality leads, plant management and line personnel. Coordinate with experts and technologists in other CT teams to complete both routine tasks and to tackle complex problems. Identify and escalate significant manufacturing or customer issues to technical experts and line management. Provide training on equipment and methods to CT staff in support of projects and support work. Maintaining acceptable manufacturing performance, in the face of continual process changes, different tooling suppliers or materials, and changing requirements. Developing novel test methods and equipment to assess performance of new and unproven materials Managing multiple project and support requests, often with competing demands and priorities from operations, sourcing, suppliers and customersComplexity Technical support and trials may require travel with little/no notice. Wide breadth of knowledge needed to be successful, including knowledge of materials, manufacturing equipment, supplier and customer processes, and the customer's end use of packaging RequiredEducation, Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceDegree or Master's in science, engineering or material scienceSignificant professional experience in materials tooling qualificationsRelevant experience with cermet's (hard metals) and technical ceramicsGood written communication skillsGood interpersonal/verbal communication skillsTeamworkStrong ability to work under pressure & tight schedulesRigorousness and attention to detailProblem-solving skills & Continuous improvement mindsetAbility to work and communicate effectively within a diverse cultural environmentEffective Time managementAdaptability to the business needsDesirableEducation, Qualifications, Skills and ExperiencePost graduate degree in related fieldRelevant experience in a materials development or manufacturing industryExperience in packaging development or can-makingLean Six Sigma qualifications or practical experience using techniquesSummaryLocation: WantageType: Full time
Graduate Manufacturing / Material Engineer in Wantage employer: Crown Cork & Seal Company
Crown Europe is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Wantage where innovation and collaboration thrive. Employees benefit from a strong focus on professional development, with opportunities to enhance their skills in a cutting-edge IT infrastructure setting. The company fosters a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork, ensuring that every team member feels valued and motivated to achieve their best.
