Food jobs in United Kingdom

Company Description

To be the leading producer of glass bottles and jars worldwide, you need passion, commitment, and innovation baked into the very fabric of a business and its people. For more than 120 years, our glass makers have honed their craft—channeling their creativity into more than 1,800 patents held today. When you join O-I, you become part of that story.

O-I has over a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, and brand-building glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We proudly provide high-quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. We are dedicated to making what matters to shape a healthier, more sustainable, and more exciting world. We aim to transform the industry to make glass more relevant and accessible to more people.

Job Description

Working in our glass manufacturing plant as part of a team or independently, you will be responsible for planned maintenance inspections on mechanical equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Experience in manufacturing is beneficial but not essential.

You should have a logical approach to problem-solving, good communication skills, and a proactive attitude. The role involves setting up production lines and inspection equipment, ensuring tasks are completed within specified time frames and right the first time.

Training will be provided.

Qualifications

You will be a time-served Mechanical or Electrical Engineer (Modern Apprenticeship/City & Guilds or similar). Motor vehicle qualifications may also be considered.

Additional Information

• £17.02-£18.55 per hour
• Core hours: Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week
• Overtime paid at 1.5x or 2x
• Employer contribution pension plan (up to 11%)
• 33 days of paid holidays including statutory days
• Life Assurance benefit - 4x Base Salary
• Company Sick Pay
• Bonus plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Supportive teams to help you grow and learn new skills
• Secure onsite parking

Next Steps

If you are smart, passionate, innovative, culturally open, curious, and collaborative, we’d like to hear from you.

O-I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts and embraces the brightest minds, creating a culture welcoming diverse ideas and perspectives while encouraging growth and rewarding performance. Apply through the “I’m interested” button today!