Palletiser Operator

Ardagh Glass Ltd.; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in packaging solutions is seeking a Palletiser Operator for their Doncaster Plant. This role involves operating glass container packaging equipment, ensuring quality and efficiency. You'll be responsible for monitoring packaging processes, addressing mechanical issues, and conducting quality checks. The company offers a supportive environment for employee development, competitive benefits, and a shift pattern that integrates holidays for work-life balance. If you're looking to contribute to a sustainable and innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Family-friendly policies

Company Sick Pay

Qualifications

• Ability to manually pack glass in case of equipment failure.
• Training in fork truck operation is required.

Responsibilities

• Check packaging materials and labels for compliance.
• Report mechanical malfunctions and defects.
• Assist in maintaining effective operation of equipment.

Skills

Ability to interpret Packaging Specification

Fork truck operation

Good observing skills

Mechanical malfunction recognition

Familiarity with Cold End work areas

Job description

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Palletiser Operator – Added Value Department

- 5 Crew Shifts

Doncaster Plant

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 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 when 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/repack 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 use Company fork trucks where appropriate training has been given and licence attained.
• Good observing 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 sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions.
• Shift pattern based on a 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 when working the 5-crew 12-hour shift rota. Holidays are built into the shift pattern.
• An environment supporting employee development and progression, tailored to individual aspirations and business opportunities.
• 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.

Internal candidates must apply via myArdagh.

Closing Date:

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Group is a global leader in metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world’s leading brands. Founded in 1932 as the Irish Glass Bottle Company, we have grown to over 20,000 employees with revenues of nearly $10 billion, operating across Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

• Did you know Ardagh produces many of the beverage cans and bottles for your favorite drinks?
• Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging that are permanent materials, infinitely recyclable without quality loss?
• Did you know we produce over 160 million containers daily?

Ardagh is passionate about sustainability, innovation, and reducing environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible.

We believe our business success depends on our people. We strive to create environments where employees feel valued, can reach their full potential, and celebrate achievements.

If you’re ambitious and want to make an impact, join our team and enjoy the journey!