Apprentice Mechanical Engineer (level 4)

Further your career at Ball a world leader in manufacturing sustainable aluminium packaging. Achieve extraordinary things when you join our team and make a difference in your professional development the community and around the globe!

Ball is thrilled to receive Newsweeks 2023 Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplace award! As a sustainable product leader we have over 16000 global team members. From endlessly recyclable aluminum cans and cups to aerosol bottles our goal is to contribute to a better community society and world.

Position Overview:

Ball Beverage Packaging is recruiting a Level 4 Mechanical Engineering Apprentice to join our advanced aluminium canmaking facility. This programme is designed for individuals who want to develop higherlevel engineering skills while working handson with highspeed precision manufacturing equipment. The role combines structured academic study with real engineering responsibility supporting the reliability performance and continuous improvement of our production lines.

Youll report to theTechnical Manager and receive full training and support throughout your apprenticeship.

What youll learn and do:

• Assist engineers with mechanical diagnostics faultfinding and corrective maintenance on highspeed canmaking machinery.
• Support planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities ensuring equipment reliability and uptime.
• Learn to strip rebuild align and commission mechanical assemblies.
• Contribute to rootcause analysis (RCA) and improvement projects aimed at reducing downtime and enhancing machine performance.
• Use engineering drawings measurement tools and technical documentation to support maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and follow Balls engineering standards and procedures.
• Work safely at all times following isolation procedures risk assessments and site safety rules.

What were looking for:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) inMaths English and Science Grade 4/C or above.
• Eligibility to enrol on a Level 4 Engineering apprenticeship programme.
• Willingness to work as part of a team or individually as required in a manufacturing environment.
• A commitment to learning both on the job and through college-based training.
• Strong interest in mechanical engineering and problemsolving.
• Good analytical thinking and willingness to learn advanced technical concepts.
• Practical mindset with confidence using tools and equipment.

What we offer:

• A structured Level 4 apprenticeship programme leading to a recognised engineering qualification.
• Handson experience with worldclass manufacturing technology and automation.
• Mentoring from experienced engineers and opportunities to develop specialist skills.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A clear pathway into engineering technician reliability or project engineering roles.
• A supportive safetyfocused culture where continuous improvement and innovation are valued.
• Opportunities for career development and progression in the qualified engineering roles.

Ball Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody regardless of gender age ethnicity faith ability or orientation. When you join Ball you belong to a team of over 16000 members worldwide. Our products range from infinitely recyclable aluminium cans cups to aerosol bottles solutions that enable our customers to contribute to a better world.

Each of us has a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion which is the foundation of our culture of belonging. Everyone at Ball is making a difference by doing what we love. Because what we create may change but what we will always make is a difference.

Please note the advertised job title might vary from the job title on the contract due to local job title structure and global HR systems.

No agencies please.