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Shift Operator (Permanent) – Wrexham, UK
Job Info
- Contract: Permanent
- Reporting to: Shift Manager
- No. of vacancies: 2
- Salary: £37,876.26 per annum
About the Role
We need a proactive Shift Operator to join our Production Team in Wrexham. In this key operational role, you’ll maintain and operate critical machinery to ensure seamless production.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain advanced production equipment, including Balers, Palletisers, and Re-Work Palletisers
- Conduct regular line quality checks to ensure products meet industry standards
- Print pallet tickets for outgoing orders and establishised quality control procedures
- Troubleshoot and resolve basic machine issues (e.g., strapper jams, restarts)
- Operate forklift trucks to assist with material movement
- Perform outgoing product inspections to guarantee quality output
- Follow strict safety protocols, including 6S and housekeeping procedures in Wrexham
- Monitor and meet efficiency and spoilage targets
- Support job rotation across operator tasks, including line clearances when necessary
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Professional Requirements
Essential
- 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced production environment
Desirable
- Previous experience in shift work
- Hands-on experience in a runs at high production speeds
Why Join Ardagh?
At Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP), we empower growth and provide a comprehensive benefits package:
✔ Private Medical Insurance ✔ Annual Incentive Bonus ✔ Competitive Pension Plan ✔ Life Insurance Cover
Closing Date
Applications close: Monday 23rd February 2026
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About Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP)
AMP is a global leader in sustainable metal packaging, including recyclable beverage cans. Backed by the Ardagh Group, our operation spans 23 facilities, employs over 6,000 colleagues, and achieved $4.8B in revenues (2023).
Listed on NYSE (AMBP), our group delivers infinitely recyclable solutions—used in over 60 billion containers annually.
Ardagh Group Vision
We’re a global packaging leader, growing to 20,000+ staff and $9B+ revenue. Our mission is innovation through values: Inclusion, Trust, Teamwork, and Excellence.
Join us, and make an impact—your career will thrive alongside our sustainable packaging legacy. 🚀
Note: Due to high application volumes, responses may vary. We review all submissions and will contact shortlisted candidates at our earliest opportunity.
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