Line Operator: Rotating 8.5h Shifts, Quality & Safety Focus

Ball Corporation; Kettering; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ball Corporation is seeking an Manufacturing Operator in Kettering to support plant production goals through safe operations, quality focus, and teamwork. The role involves rotating 8.5-hour shifts (early, late, night) across a 6-on/4-off pattern, with responsibilities including adherence to site policies, line ownership, quality inspections, and lean improvement initiatives.

Excellent communication in English is essential, and no prior manufacturing background is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions, attention to details.
• Sound communication skills, ability to clearly explain processes.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Manufacturing background is not required.

Responsibilities

• Complies with and practices, policies, and procedures as specified in plant and corporate directives for the safe performance of the work assignment.
• Take ownership for the production line, inspire yourself and others to achieve world class manufacturing practices and results.
• Conducts inspection of in-process or finished product to ensure quality targets are achieved.
• Takes care of the work area and equipment to create a safe and efficient work environment.
• Initiate and support lean and improvement initiatives.
• Perform on-the-job training for other personnel.
• 8.5-hour shifts, rotating earlies, lates, and nights.

Skills

Ability to follow instructions

Attention to details

Sound communication

Fluency in English

Manufacturing background not required

Job description

Ball Corporation is seeking an Manufacturing Operator in Kettering to support plant production goals through safe operations, quality focus, and teamwork. The role involves rotating 8.5-hour shifts (early, late, night) across a 6-on/4-off pattern, with responsibilities including adherence to site policies, line ownership, quality inspections, and lean improvement initiatives.

Excellent communication in English is essential, and no prior manufacturing background is required.