Batch & Furnace Operator Knottingley, England
Job description
Batch & Furnace Operative - Shifts
Knottingley Business Unit
Role description:
In conjunction with supervision the Batch and Furnace operative has a key role in maintaining the efficient operation of the batch plant and supporting department function.
Responsibilities:
Acceptance of raw materials to specification ensuring quality is maintained
Monitor stock and condition of materials used to manufacture the required glass quality
Operation of the Batch Plant ensuring raw materials are weighed and mixed to issued recipe
Autonomous maintenance activities for batch plant, Filter plants and basement operations
Identification and action resolutions to maintain Batch plant operation with support teams
Monitor and inspect material transport systems from storage silo to weigh scale and furnace
Maintain basement and cullet quencher operation
Support operation of filter plants
Operate department vehicles transferring materials to maintain process
Safe operation and inspection of vehicles used in role
Proficiency and support of Core Furnace operations
Effective communication with colleagues, supervision and cross functional teams for efficient operations.
Embrace and adopt lean tool principles
Compliance with Company Health and Safety Procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
Required skills / qualifications:
Ability to operate various vehicles - Skid Steer and Wheel loader, Cullet Wagon & FLT - (training will be given).
An Understanding of the materials used in Glassmaking.
Worked in the Glass Manufacturing Industry (desirable).
Worked in a Batch & Furnace Plant (desirable).
Good standard of numeracy and literacy skills.
Chemistry or related qualification (desirable).
What we offer:
Competitive salary Min £34,620 – Max £40,478 per Annum
Training and development opportunities
Defined Contribution Pension Scheme matching up to 10%
Closing date: Tuesday 26th September 2023
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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