Palletiser Operator

ARDAGH GROUP; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Palletiser Operator in Doncaster, where you'll operate glass packaging equipment and ensure quality standards. This role offers a dynamic work environment with a structured shift pattern, opportunities for development, and a focus on health and well-being initiatives. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, you'll be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your career aspirations. If you're ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Family-friendly policies

Company Sick Pay

Employee development support

Qualifications

• Ability to manually pack glass in case of equipment failure.
• Training and license for fork truck operation.

Responsibilities

• Check packing materials and labels for compliance.
• Report mechanical malfunctions and container defects.
• Conduct quality checks and maintain equipment.

Skills

Ability to interpret Packaging Specification information

Fork truck operation

Good observing skills

Mechanical malfunction recognition

Familiarity with Cold End work areas

Job description

Palletiser Operator – Added Value Department

- 5 Crew Shifts
Doncaster Plant

Role description

To operate glass container packaging equipment and report any malfunctions or defects to maintain efficiency and quality.

Responsibilities:

• Check that containers are packed using correct materials and labelled correctly to meet customer requirements and comply with packaging specifications
• Observe the packaging equipment and report any mechanical malfunctions or container defects to supervision
• Repair basic faults and jam-ups with the packaging equipment if possible, or report immediately to supervision
• Complete and record APS checks to provide an accurate reference point
• Assist after job changes to establish and maintain effective operation of packaging equipment
• Rework/repack production as requested by the QC Foreman and carry out housekeeping in line with the Company’s Health & Safety and Hygiene regulations
• Carry out packed ware audit quality checks

Required skills / qualifications:

• Ability to interpret Packaging Specification information and manually pack glass in case of equipment failure
• Ability to use Company fork trucks – where appropriate training has been provided and a licence attained
• Good observing skills
• Ability to recognize and respond to basic mechanical malfunctions and container defects
• Familiar with Cold End work areas and equipment

What we offer

• Salary Minimum £36,207 - £41,571 Maximum Per annum Grade 4
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions
• Normal shift pattern determined by the 5-crew shift rota, typically two 12-hour day shifts followed by two 12-hour night shifts and then a six-day rest period, including 21 shifts holiday when working the 5-crew 12-hour shift rota
• Holidays are built into the shift 5 crew
• An environment supporting employee development and progression, tailored to individual aspirations and business opportunities
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, such as Occupational Health and cycle to work scheme
• Family-friendly policies and Company Sick Pay after qualifying period

Role profile available on request.

This role is open to internal and external applicants. Internal candidates must apply via myArdagh.

Closing date: [Insert closing date]

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Group is a global leader in metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for leading brands worldwide. Founded in 1932, we have grown to over 20,000 employees with revenues nearing $10 billion, with a presence across Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

Did you know that Ardagh produces many of the beverage cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from? We produce metal and glass packaging that are permanent materials, infinitely recyclable without quality loss, and we produce over 160 million containers daily.

Ardagh is passionate about sustainability, innovation, and reducing environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible.

We believe our business success depends on our people. We strive to create environments where employees feel valued, can realize their potential, and celebrate their achievements.

If you're ambitious and want to make an impact with your career, join our team and enjoy the journey!