Print Technician

ARDAGH GROUP; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Print Technician to join its growing team in Doncaster. This role involves ensuring the continuous operation of process equipment and requires strong problem-solving and communication skills. The Print Technician will be responsible for maintaining and improving print machines and related equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in a dynamic work environment. With a competitive salary and excellent employee development opportunities, this is a fantastic chance to advance your career in a supportive and innovative workplace.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Family-friendly policies

Company sick pay after qualifying period

Qualifications

• Educated to HNC Electrical/Electronic or equivalent.
• Experience working on PLCs in FMCG companies.

Responsibilities

• Upgrade and monitor PLCs throughout the print department.
• Identify and rectify faults on packaging/process equipment.
• Schedule electrical and mechanical maintenance in the print department.

Skills

HNC Electrical/Electronic

PLC Experience

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

HNC in Electrical/Electronic

Job description

Print Technician – 5 Crew
Doncaster Plant


Role description
As the department continues to grow and develop, Ardagh Glass is now looking to recruit a Print Technician, working on shifts and reporting directly to the Print Facility Team Leader. The role will ensure the continuous operation and development of process equipment within the Doncaster Print Facility.

Responsibilities:

1. Health and Safety programme, upgrade, back up, and monitor PLCs throughout the print department.
2. Identify and rectify faults on packaging/process equipment, including print machines, palletisers, shuttle cars, strappers, palletiser preparation, and pallet ticket printers.
3. Identify and propose cost-effective improvements to the above equipment.
4. Schedule electrical and mechanical maintenance in the print department.
5. Communicate and liaise with print and cold end personnel and management to ensure internal customers’ needs are fulfilled.
6. Install equipment to enable an effective engineering monitoring system.
7. Prepare and modify equipment for maintenance stops, source and order defective equipment and components.

Required skills / qualifications:

1. Educated to HNC Electrical/Electronic or equivalent.
2. Understanding of the operation of cold end equipment, in-process controlling, and packaging.
3. Strong communication skills.
4. Good problem-solving and organizational skills.
5. Experience working on PLCs in FMCG companies.

What we offer:

1. Salary based on Grade 6 of the harmonized pay scales, with a minimum of £44,292 and a maximum of £52,272 per annum (1788 hours).
2. Salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions.
3. Shift pattern typically involves two 12-hour day shifts, two 12-hour night shifts, followed by a six-day rest period, including 20 shifts when working the 5-crew 12-hour shift rota. Holidays are built into the shift 5-crew rota.
4. An environment supporting employee development and progression, tailored to individual aspirations and business opportunities.
5. Health and wellbeing initiatives, such as Occupational Health and cycle-to-work schemes.
6. 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: [not specified].

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 now have over 20,000 employees and revenues approaching $10 billion, with a presence across Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

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

Ardagh is passionate about sustainability, innovation, and reducing environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We value our employees and strive to create a supportive working environment where achievements are celebrated.

Join us if you’re ambitious and want to make an impact with your career! For more information about careers or Ardagh Group, please visit our website.