Line Controller

2 weeks ago


Irvine, North Ayrshire, United Kingdom Ardagh Group Full time £38,100 - £43,380 per year

Irvine Plant

Role description

We currently have a vacancy for a Line Controller. The successful applicant will be responsible for detecting container defects and sleeving quality on their production lines to ensure containers meet customer requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Gauge and visually inspect bottles to ensure they meet the necessary specifications in accordance with company procedure
  • Observe the performance of the cold end equipment, both directly and via Ardagh Production System (APS)
  • Establish an effective communication flow between the Hot End (verbally) and also via APS in order to resolve problems quickly and effectively
  • Monitor line performance and report any issues to supervision in a timely manner
  • Monitoring the quality of the sleeving function

Required Skills / Qualifications

  • Educated to SQA Higher Level
  • Knowledge of Glass inspection equipment and bottle faults
  • A good understanding of Lean Sigma six (LSS) Tools and continuous improvement
  • Enthusiasm, commitment, personal drive and customer focus
  • Computer literate with good oral and written communication skills

What We Offer

  • Salary Minimum £38,100 - £43,380 Maximum
  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions
  • Normal shift pattern is determined by the 5-crew shift rota, however, typically consists of a two 12-hour day shifts followed by two 12-hour night shifts and then a six-day rest period, which includes 21 shifts holiday which are built into the shift 5 crew rota.
  • An environment where we support the development and progression of our employees, tailored to the individual's aspirations and business opportunities
  • Private Healthcare via AXA
  • 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: 18th December 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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