Manufacturing Operator

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Company:
Ball Corporation

Location:

Kettering, ENG, GB

Date: 4 Sept 2026

Job Category:
Manufacturing/ Operations

At Ball, integrity and trust are the foundation of who we are. Guided by our core values -"We Care. We Work. We Win."- we create a culture where every voice matters and every idea drives progress.
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!

Position overview:

As the Manufactuirng Operator, you're a key member of the Kettering Team, reporting to the Production Team Leader. You will contribute to the success of Ball by performing tasks and providing services to support the plant's production goals and overall business plans.

The Shift pattern is:

6 days on (2 morning, 2 afternoon, 2 night shifts)
-8.5 hours per shift.

4 days off

Your key responsibilities include:

• Complies with and practices, policies, and procedures as specified in plant and corporate directives for the safe performance of the work assignment.
• Take ownership for the production line, inspire yourself and others to achieve world class manufacturing practices and results.
• Conducts inspection of in-process or finished product to ensure quality targets are achieved.
• Takes care of the work area and equipment to create a safe and efficient work environment.
• Initiate and support lean and improvement initiatives.
• Perform on-the-job training for other personnel.
• 8.5-hour shifts, rotating earlies, lates, and nights.

What are we looking for?

• Ability to follow instructions, attention to details
• Sound communication skills, ability to clearly explain processes.
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Manufacturing background is not required

Ball Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, faith, ability, or orientation. Our products range from infinitely recyclable aluminium cans, cups to aerosol bottles solutions that enable our customers to contribute to a better world.
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.

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