Front End Shift Process Leader - Blue Shift

Ardagh Group; Rugby; On-site; GBP 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global packaging solutions provider in Rugby is seeking a Front End Shift Process Leader to oversee a team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This hands-on role requires strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills. The successful candidate will ensure safety, efficiency, and quality in operations while driving continuous improvement initiatives. A competitive salary package and benefits are provided, including a bonus tied to performance metrics.

Benefits

Private health care

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-speed manufacturing background.
• Strong problem-solving skills in a team environment.
• Ability to lead and mentor a small team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to achieve production and quality targets.
• Ensure safe working practices and compliance with standards.
• Drive continuous improvement to minimize costs and optimize efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Apprenticeship in Engineering/Mechanical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Job description

Overview

FRONT END SHIFT PROCESS LEADER - RUGBY PLANT - BLUE SHIFT

4on 4off shift role

• 2 Days - 7am to 7pm
• 2 Nights - 7pm to 7am

14 days off every 5 shift rotations (holiday allowance included in shift pattern)

Plus 6 “rota days” per year.

EXCELLENT SALARY PACKAGE

£63,941 inclusive of shift allowance plus annual bonus (subject to achievement of set KPIs)

Private health care, contributory pension scheme, life assurance, employee assistance programme

At Ardagh Metal Packaging we truly believe that people must be at the centre of what we do to provide the best beverage packaging solutions on the market to our customers.

We are searching for a process Leader to organize and provide leadership to their team which will enable them to meet the goals set by the Shift Manager in line with the Plant’s objectives. This is a hands on role and therefore your technical and engineering skills are key for this role as well as your ability to mentor and lead a small team.

You will share our beliefs and want to work in an environment based on trust, teamwork and excellence

Main Purpose of the Position

The purpose of this position is to organise and provide leadership to their team which will enable them to meet the goals set by the Shift Manager in line with the Plant’s objectives.

This is a hands-on role and as such it is an integral part of the team functioning in their area – leading by example is a key requirement of this role.

Their main duties are to organise and provide leadership to their team to ensure achievement of the following:-

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure safe working practices are adhered to at all times and be a role model within the plant for this subject
• Participate in workplace safety inspections/behavioral safety programme
• Create an environment which promotes and maintains good industrial relations, safe working practises and excellent housekeeping standards
• Meet Production, Quality, Spoilage and environmental improvement targets as set by the Shift Manager, the Continuous Improvement teams and the Plant budget.
• Investigate and/or report equipment or process defects promptly and use the team and outside assistance to identify and undertake corrective action to prevent re-occurrence.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts within the team to minimise operating costs in the plant.
• Liase with the engineering department to ensure all maintenance work is fully completed to the required standard and continually look for methods to reduce unplanned equipment downtime or operating machines below their rated speeds.
• Ensure standardisation of equipment setting is maintained and operate with great attention to detail in order to achieve the required specification and product quality.
• Continually identify training needs for the team. Provide and organise any such training to ensure the team is fully competent in all aspects of their roles.
• Set up effective communication links with team leaders on the other shifts. Co-ordinate actions to effectively utilise downtime.
• Monitor / Control / Communicate the performance of the team within and outside the team.
• Ensure effective use of materials and identify programmes to improve usage and minimise waste.
• Investigate/follow up on all process related problems ensuring necessary corrective actions are taken and maintained
• Safely manufacture cans according to the production plan and budget in accordance with EHS, quality and production requirements.
• Provide effective training, leadership and constructive feedback to their team members in order that they can perform to their full potential.
• Ensure corrective action is taken, as required, for all equipment and operational problems/potential problems to continuously improve the operation.
• Actively seek and follow up on Shift Team’s ideas/suggestion and assist in driving change through continuous improvement in the Plant.
• Operate effectively with other Process Leaders to control the overall performance of the Plant.

Professional Requirements

Qualifications

Apprenticeship in an Engineering/Mechanical discipline or equivalent experience

Languages

English, written and verbal

Computer Skills/literacy

Microsoft Office, Excel, Word

Experience/Attributes

• Apprenticeship in an Engineering/Mechanical discipline or equivalent experience
• Computer literacy and the ability to generate reports and manage via computerised data
• Good knowledge of ISO standards
• Good leadership, delegation, communication, organisational and influencing skills.
• Analytical skills to interpret numerical data
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety work practises
• A manufacturing background in a high speed, high volume continuous process
• The ability and willingness to assist with breakdowns and line conversions.
• Can demonstrate the ability to work precisely with strong attention to detail.
• A team player with strong problem solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work alone under their own initiative.
• The ability to work well under pressure and organise and prioritise their work load.
• Ability to complete paperwork accurately and thoroughly.
• A basic knowledge of quality and hygiene systems would be advantageous.
• Possess an enthusiastic and proactive, goal orientated approach
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending training courses as and when required
• Flexibility or willingness to travel

Company Values

Trust is earned by displaying personal attributes that show we are respectful, reliable, consistent and honest in our approach to others. It is built on mutual respect, personal integrity and transparency.

Teamwork is achieved with collaboration and open communication. Effective teamwork ensures we interact with colleagues in a mutually beneficial way and is important to building a strong business. Teams should be mindful of the impact their decisions have on other teams, and ultimately the business.

Excellence is constantly striving to improve ourselves and the business. It focuses on continuous improvement, innovation and sustainability

Inclusionensures we are mindful of others, inviting contributions from everyone and valuing our diversity of thought. We all need to be comfortable and confident to be ourselves while at work.

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).

The future we’re creating for Ardagh is built around our four Core Values of Inclusion, Trust, Teamwork and Excellence. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team - you’ll enjoy the journey!