Machine operator Work, Jobs in East Ayrshire (with Salaries)

Machine Operator
Ardagh Group —Irvine
- £40,419 - £47,264 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- English
- Continuous improvement
- Sick pay
8d
Production Operator
Smurfit Westrock —Bellshill
- Full-time
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
3d
Production Trainee
Ardagh Group —Irvine
- £29,119 - £35,704 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
- Sick pay
2d
General Operator
Quaker Houghton —East Kilbride
- Computer skills
Quick apply
Night Shift Shotblaster
J&D Pierce (Contracts) Ltd —Bellshill
- Full-time
- In-person
- Hand tools
- Mechanical knowledge
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
10d
Alex Begg Operative - Weaving
Alex Begg —Ayr
- From £13.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Power tools
- In-person
- Hand tools
- Free parking
- Store discount
Quick apply
13d
Production Operator – Mixer
CCL Design —East Kilbride
- Computer literacy
- Continuous improvement
CNC Operator
MB Aerospace Motherwell —Motherwell
- Night shift
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Aluminium Fabricator
Forsyth Glazing —Glasgow
- From £15 an hour
- Full-time
- Assembly
- Organisational skills
- Power tools
- Free parking
Quick apply
6d
Digger Driver with HGV Class 1 or 2
Gaeltec Utilities —Irvine
- Full-time
- Driving
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
Quick apply

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Production Operator
Smurfit Westrock —Bellshill
You’ll work as part of a supportive team to deliver high-quality products safely and on time. Keep your machine and workspace clean, tidy and safe.
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Machine Operator
Ardagh Group —Irvine
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…
£40,419 - £47,264 a year
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Machine Operator

Ardagh Group -
Irvine

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Job details

£40,419 - £47,264 a year
8 days ago

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Sick pay

Qualifications

Computer literacy
English
Continuous improvement
National 5
Communication skills

Full job description

Machine Operator (5-Crew)
Irvine Plant
Role description
Responsible for the operation of Independent Section (IS) Machines to achieve maximum efficiency and quality standards.

Responsibilities:
Identify defects and problems with container quality and machine performance, repair according to standard operating procedures or report immediately to the supervisor to avoid production delays
Carry out swabbing in accordance with pre-determined cycles
Record data in in-house system (APS)
Follow standard operating procedures & best practice
Carry out house- keeping in accordance with hygiene rules
Conform to Health and Safety Regulations
Commitment to continuous improvement

Required skills / qualifications:
Educated to National 5 Level – Grade C or above in Maths, Science and English.
Production and/or engineering experience in a continuous process industry.
Enthusiasm, commitment, personal drive, and customer focus.
A good understanding of Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Tools and continuous improvement.
Computer literate with good oral and written communication skills.
Awareness of relevant Health & Safety and Hygiene Regulations.

What we offer:
Salary Minimum £40,419 - £47,264 Maximum per annum
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 when working the 5 crew 12-hour shift rota / Holidays 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 provided by 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: 26th June 2026

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!

Click here for more information about our careers or click here for more information about Ardagh Group.

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