Manufacturing Line Operator

Ball Corporation; Kettering; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world leader in sustainable aluminium packaging as a Manufacturing Line Operator in Kettering. In this role, you will support production goals by ensuring quality, conducting inspections, and maintaining a safe work environment. We are looking for candidates with strong attention to detail and an interest in mechanics, making this an excellent opportunity for those eager to grow in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions and explain processes clearly.
• Interest in mechanics is valued even without a manufacturing background.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspection of in-process or finished product to meet quality targets.
• Perform on-the-job training and assist with routine equipment maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interest in mechanics

Job description

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Manufacturing Line Operator

Company: Ball Corporation

Location:

Kettering, ENG, GB

Date: 18 Jul 2025

Job Category: Manufacturing/ Operations

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!

Ball is thrilled to receive Newsweek's 2023 Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplace award! As a sustainable product leader, we have over 16,000 global team members. From endlessly recyclable aluminum cans, and cups, to aerosol bottles, our goal is to contribute to a better community, society, and world.

Position overview:

As the Line 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.

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
• Assists with equipment maintenance by performing routine checks and lubrication
• 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 detail
• Possesses an interest in and an aptitude for mechanics.
• 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.

When you join Ball you belong to a team of over 16,000 members worldwide. 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.

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.