Press Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Further your career at Ball, a world leader in manufacturing sustainable aluminium packaging. Achieve extraordinary things when you join our team, and make a difference in your professional development, the community, and around the globe!
Due to plant expansion, we are looking to increase our production team
The main role of our Press Operators is to control the process of producing a basic can, from a slug of aluminium through to the washing and internal lacquering process, ensuring that the can meets customer requirements
To observe company environmental, health and safety regulations at all times- To comply with BRC requirements at all times
- To set, run and clean the press, cutting, brushing, washing spray units and the internal lacquer ovens
- To ensure the above machines are monitored at all times
- To accurately record all production data in the required format at the required intervals
- To carry out operator maintenance of these machines according to Shift Managers instructions
- To follow company procedures regarding tooling preparation, care and reporting
- To verify correct production information against Works Order
- To inform Shift Manager of any actual or potential problems and agree a plan to solve them
- To isolate any non-conforming product
- To hand over to the on-coming Operative and inform him / her of the state of the line
- To remove all waste to the correct bins and maintain a clean and tidy work place
- To maintain accurate records according to Ball Aerosol Packgaging requirements
- To adhere to ISO 9001 requirements.
- To constantly look for opportunities to improve the process or product
This role is working a rotating shift pattern which includes days, nights and weekends. The shift pattern is shown below. The hours are 6am - 6pm and 6pm-6am
MON
TUES
WED
THURS
FRI
SAT
SUN
Week 1 & 3
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
Week 2 & 4
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
Ball Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, faith, ability, or orientation.
When you join Ball you belong to a team of over 22,000 members worldwide. Our products range from infinitely recyclable aluminium cans, cups, and aerosol bottles, to aerospace solutions that enable our customers to have a deeper understanding of our planet and the universe.
Each of us has a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion which is the foundation of our culture of belonging. Everyone at Ball is making a difference by doing what we love. Because what we create may change, but what we will always make is a difference.
Please note the advertised job title might vary from the job title on the contract due to local job title structure and global HR systems.
No agencies please.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Consumer Product Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Press Operator roles across Ball Corporation's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Consumer Product Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,833 - £34,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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