Shift Operator

Ardagh Group; Pentre Maelor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global packaging supplier is seeking individuals for a key role involving the operation and maintenance of machinery, such as the Baler and Palletiser. Successful candidates will perform line quality checks, address machine issues, and ensure compliance with safety standards. The role requires a minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths and English, fluency in English, and basic computer skills. A competitive benefits package is included to support both professional and personal well-being.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Annual Incentive Bonus

Competitive Pension Plan

Life Insurance Cover

Qualifications

• Must have 5 GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths and English.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Previous experience in a high-speed process environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain machinery including Baler and Palletiser.
• Perform regular line quality checks to meet standards.
• Assist with basic machine troubleshooting and resolve issues.
• Adhere to safety standards and procedures.

Skills

Fluent in written and spoken English

Basic computer skills

Experience in a high-speed process environment

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths and English

Job description

Responsibilities

In this key role, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining machinery including the Baler, Palletiser, and Re-Work Palletiser to ensure smooth production operations. You will carry out regular line quality checks to ensure products meet standards and print pallet tickets for outgoing orders. In addition, you will assist with troubleshooting and resolving basic machine issues such as strapper jams and restarts. Fork‑lift truck operation will also be part of your duties, along with performing outgoing inspections to ensure product quality. You will adhere to all safety standards and company procedures, including following the 6S and Wrexham housekeeping organisational system to maintain a clean and safe working environment. Monitoring and achieving efficiency and spoilage targets will be an important part of your responsibilities. You will also contribute to job rotation across different operator tasks, helping with line clearances when necessary and ensuring that production runs smoothly and efficiently.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths and English.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Basic computer skills.
• Previous experience in a high‑speed process environment and shift work is desirable.

About Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP)

Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) is a leading supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners globally. An operating business of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group, AMP is a leading industry player across Europe and the Americas, with innovative production capabilities, 23 production facilities, more than 6,000 employees and recorded revenues of $4.8 billion in 2023.

AMP is 76%-owned by Ardagh Group and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker AMBP. About Ardagh Group: Ardagh Group is a global supplier of infinitely recyclable metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for brand owners around the world. We have grown to a team of approximately 20,000 people with revenues of more than $9 billion. Today we have a presence across the Americas, Europe and Africa. Ardagh produces many of the beverage cans and bottles that contain your favourite beverages. Our packaging is manufactured from metal and glass – permanent materials that can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality. Ardagh produces more than 60 billion containers per year (more than 160 million containers per day). The future we’re creating for Ardagh is built around our four Core Values of Inclusion, Trust, Teamwork and Excellence. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team – we’ll enjoy the journey!

Benefits

At Ardagh, we are committed to fostering an environment of continuous growth and development. In addition to a rewarding career, we offer a competitive benefits package, including Private Medical Insurance, an Annual Incentive Bonus, a Competitive Pension Plan, and Life Insurance Cover. Join us and take the next step in your career while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional and personal well‑being.