Shift Equipment Technician - Manufacturing (4 on/4 off)

Ardagh Group; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Plant Bonus

Private Healthcare

Company Pension

Cycle to Work

Life Insurance

Job summary

Ardagh Group is seeking a motivated Shift Technical Operator to join the Wrexham production team. You will operate, monitor and maintain production equipment, upholding safety, quality and performance standards.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical or electrical background, experience with manufacturing machinery, and strong problem-solving abilities. The role involves changeovers, production trials and teamwork to reduce downtime.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.
• Mechanical and/or Multiskill engineering skills.
• Experience working with production or manufacturing machinery.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices within an industrial environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment to achieve production and quality targets.
• Carry out routine quality inspections and take corrective action where required.
• Support equipment changeovers, line conversions and production trials.
• Assist with fault finding and support maintenance activities.
• Use production systems and statistical process control tools to monitor manufacturing performance.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping, hygiene and 6S standards.
• Work collaboratively with Process Leaders, Technicians and Shift Managers to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture at all times.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

English communication

Computer literacy

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Ardagh Group is seeking a motivated Shift Technical Operator to join the Wrexham production team. You will operate, monitor and maintain production equipment, upholding safety, quality and performance standards.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical or electrical background, experience with manufacturing machinery, and strong problem-solving abilities. The role involves changeovers, production trials and teamwork to reduce downtime.