Manufacturing Operator - Press Operator

Ball Corporation; Roundway; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ball Corporation in Devizes, United Kingdom, is hiring a Manufacturing Operator - Press Operator to oversee the can production process from aluminium slug to finished product. The role requires basic mechanical skills, data recording, and vigilance for quality and process improvements.

The position operates on a rotating 4-week days/nights schedule (6am–6pm, 6pm–6am) with weekend work. English fluency and prior manufacturing experience are essential, and applications should email

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a maintenance / mechanical-biased role is mandatory.
• Experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment is preferred.
• Clear communication and ability to explain processes in English.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and clean a press machine turning aluminum slugs into cans.
• Carry out measurements on cans to ensure they meet specifications.
• Perform basic mechanical tasks and apply knowledge during operations.
• Record production data in the required format at specified intervals.
• Verify production information against Works Order.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes or product quality.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Manufacturing environment

English proficiency

Job description

Career Opportunities: Manufacturing Operator - Press Operator (50101)

Requisition ID50101-Posted -Supply Chain & Operations-Devizes-Manufacturing/ Operations-0-10%

At Ball, integrity and trust are the foundation of who we are. Guided by our core values—\"We Care. We Work. We Win.\"—we create a culture where every voice matters and every idea drives progress.
Further your career at Ball, a world leader in manufacturing sustainable aluminium packaging. Achieve extraordinary things when you join our team, and make a difference in your professional development, the community, and around the globe!
Create a new future.

Position overview:

The main role of our Press Operators is to control the process of producing a basic can, from a slug of aluminium through to the washing and internal lacquering process, ensuring that the can meets customer requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Set up, operate, and clean a press machine that transforms aluminum slugs into cans.
• Carry out measurements on cans to ensure they meet specifications and quality expectations.
• Perform basic mechanical tasks and apply mechanical knowledge during operations.
• Accurately record all production data in the required format at the required interval.
• Verify correct production information against Works Order.
• Constantly look for opportunities to improve the process or product.

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience in maintenance / mechanical-biased role - mandatory
• Previous experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment - preferred
• Good communication and understanding skills, ability to clearly explain processes.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

This role is working a rotating shift pattern which includes days, nights and weekends.

The hours are 6am - 6pm and 6pm-6am and the rotation is 4 weeks on days and 4 weeks on nights.

The work week is:

Week 1 - Mon - Tues - Fri - Sat - Sun

Week 2 - Wed - Thurs

If you have a disability and/or long-term health condition that impacts on your ability to access any of the information outlined in the job application process, please do not hesitate in letting us know, so that we can endeavour to provide it you in the most accessible format. please email [e-mail] with your access request and somebody will respond to you within 3 business days.

Ball Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, faith, ability, or orientation. Our products range from infinitely recyclable aluminium cans, cups to aerosol bottles solutions that enable our customers to contribute to a better world.
Each of us has a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion which is the foundation of our culture of belonging. Everyone at Ball is making a difference by doing what we love. Because what we create may change, but what we will always make is a difference.
Please note the advertised job title might vary from the job title on the contract due to local job title structure and global HR systems.