Job Description

Cold End Mechanical Engineer (Days)



Doncaster Plant



Role description



The main purpose of this role is to carry out electrical repairs and maintain cold end equipment and contribute to efficient job changes to allow the manufacturing process to run effectively, producing quality glass for beverage containers.

Responsibilities:

Prepare cold end equipment ready for job changes and potential break downs, ensuring equipment meets necessary specifications for the new job

Take part in job changes, setting up and adjusting cold end equipment as necessary to maintain efficient operations during and after the job change

Provide support for critical plant functions as and when required

Identify and rectify faults with cold end equipment to maintain efficiency and reduce downtime

Complete SAP/APS log as each job is completed to establish and maintain a well-informed team

Communicate with colleagues and management to establish and maintain a well-informed team

Work as part of an effective team to manage & control the workload throughout the shift

Required skills / qualifications:

Gained a recognised Apprenticeship in engineering (or equivalent)

An understanding of glass container terminology and fault awareness

Commitment and enthusiasm to support a 24-hour process, and ability to work under pressure

Excellent Analytical & communication skills

Health, safety & hygiene awareness



What we offer



Salary Minimum 31,724 - 39,104 per annum

Salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions

37 hours a week, Monday to Friday which includes 26.5 days holiday plus 8 statutory bank holidays

An environment where we support the development and progression of our employees, tailored to the individual's aspirations and business opportunities

Health and wellbeing initiatives, such as Occupational Health and cycle to work scheme

Family friendly policies and Company Sick Pay, after qualifying period



Role Profile available on request.



This role is open to Internal and External applicants.



Internal candidates must apply via myArdagh.

Closing Date:

29th May 2025



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!



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