Shift Technical Operator Shift Technical Operator Wrexham, Wales, Gb, Ll13 9Ps Oct 16, 2026

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

We are looking for a motivated and technically minded Shift Technical Operator to join our Production team in Wrexham.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a mechanical or electrical background who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will play a key role in operating, monitoring and maintaining production equipment while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality and operational performance.

What you'll be doing

• 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.

What we're looking for:

• 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.

Working Hours:

• 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern (2 days / 2 nights)
• 5 x 18 day breaks incorporated into the shift pattern across the calendar year

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary of £51,674 per annum
• Plant Bonus Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Insurance Cover

Please note that due to the large number of applications we receive for our vacancies, our response times may be longer than usual. We aim to review all applications carefully and will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the next stage.

About Ardagh Metal Packaging

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 - you’ll enjoy the journey!