Day Mechanical Engineer

Company Description To be the leading producer of glass bottles and jars worldwide you need passion, commitment and innovation baked into the very fabric of a business and its people. For more than 120 years, our glass makers have honed their craft—channelling their creativity into more than 1,800 patents held today. When you join O-I you become part of that story. O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. We are dedicated to make what matters to shape a healthier, more sustainable and more exciting world. We transform the industry to make glass more relevant and more accessible to more people. Job Description As a Day Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for inspections, repairs, adjustments, and maintenance of all related equipment. You will also be involved in continuous improvement projects within the plant. As we operate 24/7, there may be instances where you are required to work outside your core hours to ensure the safety of employees and the manufacturing process. Working Hours: Monday – Friday, daytime hours. Work Environment: This role involves working in various environments around the site, including confined spaces, heights, outdoor areas, shop floors, and office areas. It is not a workshop-based role. Key Responsibilities: Prioritise safety and safe working practices. Perform inspections, repairs, adjustments and maintenance of equipment. Participate in continuous improvement projects. Work across different departments collaboratively. Requirements: Qualified mechanical engineer. Proficiency in using hand and power tools, including but not limited to grinders, drill presses, calipers, micrometers, protractors, gauges, wrenches, chisels, files, and scrapers. Strong attention to detail to ensure the right fix the first time and maintain tidy and safe work areas. Collaborative approach to work across departments. Qualifications: Time served in a mechanical engineering discipline. Additional Information: From £17.02 per hour, increasing with qualifications. Enhanced overtime rates. Employer contribution pension plan (up to 11% contributions). Life Assurance benefit – 4 x Base Salary. Company Sick Pay. Performance based Bonus plan from 0 – 12% of base pay. Attractive Holiday Allowance. Employee Assistance Programme including free benefits for employees, partners and dependants such as counselling sessions and legal advice. Supportive teams to help you grow and learn new skills. Next Steps: If you are smart, passionate, innovative, culturally open, curious and collaborative, we’d like to hear from you. O-I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts and embraces the brightest minds and creates a culture that welcomes a diversity of ideas and perspectives while encouraging growth and rewarding performance. Apply today! All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr