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Shift PM&R Mechanical Technician

Ardagh Glass Ltd.
Deeside
3 days ago
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Shift Based Technical Team - Mechanical Vacany

Due to the exciting restructure in the Deeside End Plant, we are looking to extend our technical team on shift by recruiting mechanical technicians on shift to strengthen our mechanical cover 24/7.

We would like to encourage internal candidates to apply for the position of shift based mechanical technician to join the current technical shift-based team. Reporting to the Production Team Leader with functional responsibility to the PM&R Mechanical Team Leader.

Purpose of function / main tasks:
  • Work safely in the execution of routine and nonroutine tasks
  • Maintenance, repair and overhaul of end making and ancillary equipment
  • General workshop duties including rework of sub-assemblies and unit spares
  • Preparation for maintenance activities using SMED philosophy
  • Trouble shooting and rectification of process equipment faults
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities
  • Training and support of apprentices and developing personnel
  • Participate in housekeeping and maintaining a safe and organized working environment
Professional Requirements:
  • Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent in mechanical engineering
  • Education Level: GCSE or equivalent English & Math’s. Basic computer literacy.
  • Proven track record of maintenance engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment
  • Methodical approach and strong attention to detail
  • Highly flexible, able to respond to changing priorities
  • Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplined team with a strong emphasis on safe systems of work
  • Self-motivating, able to use your own initiative and to accept a level of responsibility
Working Pattern:

4 x 12hours shifts: 2 days 2 nights / 4 off

Fixed rota with 5 x 18 day holiday breaks per annum.

Package:

Circa: £56,500 per annum (including shift allowance)

KPI bonus Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

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.


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