Line Controller

Ardagh Group; Irvine; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice pension (up to 10%)

Private Healthcare (AXA)

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Company Sick Pay

Job summary

Irvine Plant is seeking a Quality Inspector to detect container defects and ensure sleeving quality on production lines, meeting customer requirements. The role requires inspecting bottles, observing line equipment, and maintaining effective communication across teams.

Applicants should be educated to SQA Higher Level with knowledge of glass inspection, bottle faults, and Lean Six Sigma tools. Excellent communication and computer literacy are essential for daily operations.

Qualifications

• Educated to SQA Higher Level.
• Knowledge of Glass inspection equipment and bottle faults.
• A good understanding of Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Tools and continuous improvement.
• Enthusiasm, commitment, personal drive and customer focus.
• Computer literate with good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Gauge and visually inspect bottles according to company procedure.
• Observe the Hot End and APS performance on the line.
• Facilitate communication between Hot End and via APS to resolve issues quickly.
• Monitor line performance and report issues to supervision promptly.
• Monitor sleeving quality and overall packaging integrity.

Skills

Glass inspection

Bottle faults

Lean Six Sigma tools

Enthusiasm & customer focus

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

SQA Higher Level

Tools

Glass inspection equipment

Lean Six Sigma tools

Job description

Irvine Plant

Role description

The successful applicant will be responsible for detecting container defects and sleeving quality on their production lines to ensure containers meet customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Gauge and visually inspect bottles to ensure they meet the necessary specifications in accordance with company procedure
• Observe the performance of the cold end equipment, both directly and via Ardagh Production System (APS)
• Establish an effective communication flow between the Hot End (verbally) and also via APS in order to resolve problems quickly and effectively
• Monitor line performance and report any issues to supervision in a timely manner
• Monitoring the quality of the sleeving function

Required Skills / Qualifications

• Educated to SQA Higher Level
• Knowledge of Glass inspection equipment and bottle faults
• A good understanding of Lean Sigma six (LSS) Tools and continuous improvement
• Enthusiasm, commitment, personal drive and customer focus
• Computer literate with good oral and written communication skills

What We Offer

• Salary Minimum £39,396 - £44,855 Maximum
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions
• Normal shift pattern is determined by the 5-crew shift rota, however, typically consists of a two 12-hour day shifts followed by two 12-hour night shifts and then a six-day rest period, which includes 21 shifts holiday which are built into the shift 5 crew rota.
• An environment where we support the development and progression of our employees, tailored to the individual’s aspirations and business opportunities
• Private Healthcare provided by AXA
• 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.

Closing Date: Tuesday, 8 Spetember 2026.

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Group is a global leader in metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world’s leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of almost $10 billion. Today we have a presence across Europe, Africa and the Americas.

• Did you know that Ardagh produce many of the beverage cans and bottles you drink your favourite beverages from?
• Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?
• Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?

Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and have a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact whilst remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible.

We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated.

Here at Ardagh, 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!