Shift Technician
Ardagh Group
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Wrexham
Contract type: Contractor
Contract Type: Permanent
Reporting to Shift Manager
We are excited to announce an internal opportunity for the position of Shift Technician. As a key member of the Production team, you will take on responsibilities for ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of both front-end and back-end equipment. This includes running and maintaining critical machinery such as body-makers, trimmers, conveyors, presses, coaters, decorators, LSMs, Belvac, neckers, and light testers.
You will be performing regular quality checks, carrying out neck diameter changes, and taking part in overhauls and project work as required. Additionally, you will support the maintenance of all plant services.
In this role, you will also be instrumental in maintaining high standards of quality, output, spoilage controls, and housekeeping. Ensuring that health and safety standards are adhered to will be a critical part of your daily tasks.
Key Responsibilities Include
Professional Requirements
At Ardagh, we are committed to fostering an environment of continuous growth and development. In addition to a rewarding career, we offer a competitive benefits package, including Private Medical Insurance, an Annual Incentive Bonus, a Competitive Pension Plan, and Life Insurance Cover. Join us and take the next step in your career while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional and personal well-being.
Please note that due to the large number of applications we receive for our vacancies, our response times may be longer than usual. We aim to review all applications carefully and will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the next stage.
About Ardagh Metal Packaging
Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) is a leading supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners globally. An operating business of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group, AMP is a leading industry player across Europe and the Americas, with innovative production capabilities, 23 production facilities, more than 6,000 employees and recorded revenues of $4.8 billion in 2023.
AMP is 76%-owned by Ardagh Group and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker AMBP.
About Ardagh Group
Ardagh Group is a global supplier of infinitely recyclable metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for brand owners around the world. We have grown to a team of approximately 20,000 people with revenues of more than $9 billion. Today we have a presence across the Americas, Europe and Africa.
Reporting to Shift Manager
We are excited to announce an internal opportunity for the position of Shift Technician. As a key member of the Production team, you will take on responsibilities for ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of both front-end and back-end equipment. This includes running and maintaining critical machinery such as body-makers, trimmers, conveyors, presses, coaters, decorators, LSMs, Belvac, neckers, and light testers.
You will be performing regular quality checks, carrying out neck diameter changes, and taking part in overhauls and project work as required. Additionally, you will support the maintenance of all plant services.
In this role, you will also be instrumental in maintaining high standards of quality, output, spoilage controls, and housekeeping. Ensuring that health and safety standards are adhered to will be a critical part of your daily tasks.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Running and maintaining both front-end and back-end equipment.
- Conducting regular quality checks and changes, including neck diameter adjustments.
- Managing overhauls, project work, and plant service maintenance.
- Achieving production targets, implementing spoilage controls, and maintaining housekeeping standards.
- Strictly following health and safety protocols.
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.
- A flexible approach to work content and willingness to expand your skill set.
- Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and accept responsibility.
Professional Requirements
- Qualifications: Time-served apprenticeship, NVQ L3 in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, HNC qualification (preferable)
- Languages: Fluent in written and spoken English
- Computer Skills: MS Office
At Ardagh, we are committed to fostering an environment of continuous growth and development. In addition to a rewarding career, we offer a competitive benefits package, including Private Medical Insurance, an Annual Incentive Bonus, a Competitive Pension Plan, and Life Insurance Cover. Join us and take the next step in your career while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional and personal well-being.
Please note that due to the large number of applications we receive for our vacancies, our response times may be longer than usual. We aim to review all applications carefully and will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the next stage.
About Ardagh Metal Packaging
Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) is a leading supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners globally. An operating business of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group, AMP is a leading industry player across Europe and the Americas, with innovative production capabilities, 23 production facilities, more than 6,000 employees and recorded revenues of $4.8 billion in 2023.
AMP is 76%-owned by Ardagh Group and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker AMBP.
About Ardagh Group
Ardagh Group is a global supplier of infinitely recyclable metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for brand owners around the world. We have grown to a team of approximately 20,000 people with revenues of more than $9 billion. Today we have a presence across the Americas, Europe and Africa.
- Ardagh produces many of the beverage cans and bottles that contain your favourite beverages.
- Our packaging is manufactured from metal and glass - permanent materials that can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality.
- Ardagh produces more than 60 billion containers per year (more than 160 million containers per day).
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