Palletiser Operator

Ardagh Glass Ltd.; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in glass packaging solutions is seeking a Crew Member for their Doncaster plant. The role involves operating packaging equipment, ensuring quality checks, and reporting malfunctions. Candidates should possess good observation skills and the ability to operate fork trucks. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for employee development.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Family-friendly policies

Company Sick Pay after qualifying period

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret Packaging Specification information.
• Good observation skills and ability to operate fork trucks.
• Familiarity with Cold End work areas.

Responsibilities

• Operate glass container packaging equipment and report malfunctions.
• Check containers for correct materials and labels.
• Repair basic faults on packaging equipment.

Skills

Good observation skills

Ability to recognize and respond to basic mechanical malfunctions

Ability to operate Company fork trucks

Ability to interpret Packaging Specification information

Familiarity with Cold End work areas and equipment

Job description

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5 Crew Shifts

Doncaster Plant

Role Summary:

To operate glass container packaging equipment and report any malfunctions or defects to maintain efficiency and quality.

Responsibilities:

• Check that containers are packed using correct materials and labelled correctly to meet customer requirements and comply with packaging specifications.
• Observe the packaging equipment and report any mechanical malfunctions or container defects to supervision.
• Repair basic faults and jam-ups on packaging equipment if possible, or report immediately to supervision.
• Complete and record APS checks to provide an accurate reference point.
• Assist after job change to establish and maintain effective operation of packaging equipment.
• Rework or repackage production as requested by the QC Foreman and carry out housekeeping in line with Health & Safety and Hygiene regulations.
• Carry out packed ware audit quality checks.

Required skills / qualifications:

• Ability to interpret Packaging Specification information and manually pack glass in case of equipment failure.
• Ability to operate Company fork trucks, where trained and licensed.
• Good observation skills.
• Ability to recognize and respond to basic mechanical malfunctions and container defects.
• Familiarity with Cold End work areas and equipment.

What we offer:

• Salary: Minimum £34,992 - £40,176, maximum of Grade 4.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions.
• Shift pattern based on 5-crew shift rota, typically two 12-hour day shifts, two 12-hour night shifts, followed by a six-day rest period, including 21 shifts holiday during the 5-crew 12-hour shift rota. Holidays are integrated into the shift pattern.
• Support for employee development and progression tailored to individual aspirations and business needs.
• 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 both internal and external applicants.

Internal candidates must apply via myArdagh.

About Ardagh Group:

Ardagh Group is a global leader in metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for leading brands worldwide. Founded in 1932, with over 20,000 employees and revenues nearing $10 billion, we operate across Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

• We produce many beverage cans and bottles used for popular drinks.
• Our metal and glass packaging are permanent materials, infinitely recyclable without quality loss.
• We produce over 160 million containers daily.

We are committed to sustainability, innovation, and reducing environmental impact while maintaining economic and social responsibility.

Our success depends on our people. We aim to create a valued, empowering, and rewarding work environment.

If you are ambitious and want to impact your career positively, join us and enjoy the journey!