Machine Repair Fitter

Ardagh Group; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £33,626–£41,448 per year

Pension scheme: up to 10% matched

37 hours per week

Private Healthcare (AXA)

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Family friendly policies

Job summary

Ardagh Group in Doncaster is seeking a Production Engineering Mechanical Fitter to join our manufacturing team. You will set up I.S. machines across multiple lines, diagnose faults, perform routine maintenance and support production to maximise output.

The role requires a recognised mechanical qualification or apprenticeship, fault-finding and welding/fabrication skills, and the ability to work flexibly in a 24-hour production environment. Salary and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Required: recognised mechanical engineering qualification or apprenticeship.
• Ability to perform basic welding, fabrication and pipe work installation.
• Able to work flexibly as part of a team providing 24-hour support to production.
• Ability to follow instruction and work under pressure.
• Strong fault recognition and problem-solving with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Set up of I.S. machines and related equipment.
• Identify faults and adjust machines to maintain efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Maintain I.S. machines according to a planned schedule.
• Repair equipment off the I.S. machines for re-use.
• Carry out housekeeping in line with company hygiene rules.

Skills

Mechanics knowledge

Problem solving

Communication skills

Follow instructions under pressure

Team player and flexible

Education

Mechanical engineering qualification or apprenticeship

Job description

Production Engineering Mechanical Fitter

(Days)

Doncaster Plant

Role description

We are looking to recruit a Mechanical Fitter within the Production Engineering department that has strong knowledge and experience of I.S. machines and associated equipment, working effectively in keeping productivity to a maximum by rectifying mechanical breakdowns timely across 10 manufacturing lines. Therefore, the individual must have high attention to detail, work effectively within the Production department whilst always supporting the Production Engineering team in achieving outstanding results.

Responsibilities

• Set up of I.S. (Independent Section) machines and related equipment
• Identify faults with the machines and make necessary adjustments to the machine if required for it to run correctly to maintain efficiency and reduce downtime
• Maintain I.S. machines and related equipment in accordance with a pre-planned schedule to reduce mechanical malfunctions and maintain effective operations
• Repair equipment coming off the I.S. machines ready for re-use to maintain efficiency and reduce downtime
• Carry out housekeeping in accordance with company hygiene rules

Required Skills / Qualifications

• Gained a recognised mechanical engineering qualification/apprentice trained, or equivalent
• Ability to carry out any related work: basic welding, fabrication, pipe work installation
• Commitment and enthusiasm to work flexibly as part of a team providing 24-hour support to production
• Ability to follow instruction and work under pressure both as part of a team and independently
• Fault recognition skills & good problem-solving ability, with excellent communication skills

What we offer

• Salary Minimum £33,626 - £41,448 Maximum per Annum
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions
• 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday or Condensed hours available which includes 26.5 days holiday + 8 statutory holidays
• 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, for all employees
• 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: Wednesday, 9 September 2026.

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 building 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!