Industrial Electrician & PLC Controls Technician

Ball Aerospace; Kettering; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ball Corporation in Kettering, England, is seeking a skilled Electrician to join the Maintenance Team. You will fault-find, set up new production lines, and perform preventative maintenance to ensure safe, efficient operation of high-speed equipment.

The role requires hands-on wiring, troubleshooting, and a proactive approach to improving line performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Fluent English and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Electrical NVQ Level 3; desirable HNC/HND in electrical engineering.
• Ability to train colleagues and communicate across levels.

Responsibilities

• Installs and maintains high-speed, industrial process equipment and PLC logic controls for production processes.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, and calibrates electrical equipment and components.
• Performs preventative maintenance on electrical systems.
• Identifies inefficiencies and coordinates with supervisor to resolve issues.

Skills

Clear communication

Fluent English

Train colleagues

Hand and power tools

Electrical testing equipment

Education

Electrical NVQ Level 3

HNC/HND in electrical engineering

Tools

Wiring diagrams and schematics

PLC controls

Job description

Ball Corporation in Kettering, England, is seeking a skilled Electrician to join the Maintenance Team. You will fault-find, set up new production lines, and perform preventative maintenance to ensure safe, efficient operation of high-speed equipment.

The role requires hands-on wiring, troubleshooting, and a proactive approach to improving line performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Fluent English and teamwork are essential.