Address
Salary We are seeking to strengthen our operation with the recruitment of two Production (Machine Operator) Trainees to ensure effective succession planning at Ardagh Glass Packaging, Irvine plant.
What will the role include:
You will receive a structured programme and a dedicated mentor with training in our Forming Department. You will also gain awareness in other areas, including Production Engineering, Mould Repair and with the Feeder Team.
The position is offered on an annual contract of 1686 hours per annum (37 hours per week Monday to Friday).
Please note, as part of the recruitment process, applicants for this position will be required to participate in a series of aptitude tests.
Required skills / qualifications:
Educated to National 5 Level – Grade C or above in Maths, Science and English.
Engineering qualification to NVQII (although not essential).
Excellent communication skills.
Personal drive.
Innovation and problem-solving ability.
Computer literate with good oral and written communication skills.
Awareness of relevant Health & Safety and Hygiene Regulations.
What we offer:
Salary based on Grade 5 of the harmonised pay scales (dayworkers). Minimum grade £28,631 p.a. to maximum grade £32,648 p.a.
“Salary Sacrifice” Pension Scheme with up to 10% matched contributions *auto enrolled at 8%).
25 days annual holiday plus 8 statutory holidays.
Health and Wellbeing Schemes, such as Counselling and Cycle to Work Scheme.
Family friendly policies and Company Sick Pay (dependent on length of service).
About Ardagh Group
Ardagh Group is a global leader in metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world’s leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of almost $10 billion. Today we have a presence across Europe, Africa and the Americas.
Did you know that Ardagh produce many of the beverage cans and bottles you drink your favourite beverages from?
Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?
Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?
Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and have a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact whilst remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible.
We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated.
Here at Ardagh, 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!
Click here for more information about our careers or click here for more information about Ardagh Group.
