At a Glance
- Tasks: Monitor and maintain forehearth operations for safe and efficient glass production.
- Company: Join Encirc, a leader in sustainable glass manufacturing.
- Benefits: Enjoy 23 days annual leave, gym access, and various health perks.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Be part of a forward-thinking team committed to sustainability and innovation.
- Qualifications: Experience in glass technology and process control is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 39000 - 41000 £ per year.
The role reports into the Batch & Furnace Manager. The main responsibility for this role is to ensure through best practice operating procedures that the distribution, forehearths and lehrs and all associated equipment are well maintained and operating safely and efficiently. Key accountabilities of the role include the continual monitoring of forehearth operations and timely resolution of any issues.
Hours: Monday-Thursday 0600-1445, Friday 0600-1415 - 39.5 hrs
The Key Requirements
- Exposure in forehearth operations and glass technology will be highly regarded
- Process control knowledge
- Technical background preferred
- Prior experience working in hot environments and mitigating the associated risks
- Solid technical understanding of Glass Making process
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings
The Benefits and Perks
- Annual leave package of 23 days plus 10 bank holidays
- Free onsite gym for all employees
- MyBenefits Reward Platform with 100s of discounts at restaurants and retailers
- Employee Well-being benefits such as the Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension scheme where the company contributes up to a max 7%
- Life cover at 3 times your annual salary
- Optional partner life cover
- Subsidised onsite staff restaurant
- Free parking onsite
- Salary sacrifice Electric car scheme
- Subsidised onsite electric car charging
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Liftshare scheme
- Health cash plan
- Optional dental insurance
- Optional Private Medical Insurance
- Optional critical illness cover
- Social club
About the company
At Encirc, we make, fill and move glass. Part of the Vidrala group, we are a market leader in glass container design, manufacturing, bottling and logistics solutions for the UK, Irish and European food and beverages industries. With over 2,000 employees, we operate from our three purpose-built sites: Derrylin, Co Fermanagh; Elton, Cheshire and Bristol. We produce around 3 billion glass bottles and other containers annually and can fill up to 500 million litres of bulk shipped beverages every year. Our collective purpose is to deliver and uphold world-leading sustainable innovation, with great people and a great workplace collaborating on a great future. Joining Encirc means you will be joining a business with a bespoke, 360-approach to the beverage supply chain, spanning filling, warehousing, and logistics. Reducing the road miles and carbon footprint of our customers' products, we are conscious disruptors prioritising sustainability and modern technology. As a forward-thinking and sustainable business, we are committed to achieving zero emissions by 2030.
Our Values
At Encirc, we’re proud to be a forward‐thinking manufacturer in a world that’s increasingly socially and environmentally conscious. Our culture is built around six core values that sit at the heart of everything we do. They guide how we work, how we make decisions, and how we support one another—helping us create a workplace where everyone can thrive. These values aren’t just words on a wall; they’re lived, shared and championed across the business, shaping our mindset and inspiring us to keep making Encirc great for everyone.
Equal Opportunities
Encirc is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Every applicant will be evaluated according to skills regardless of age, gender, identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or religion. We also want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. That’s why we have partnered with Recite Me to offer an accessibility toolbar on our job search page, recruitment application system and website. The toolbar includes screen reading functionality, multiple reading aids, customisable styling options and an on-demand live translation feature that boasts over 100 languages including 65 text-to-speech and styling options.
Next steps
Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV tailored to this job opportunity. You can expect to receive an update on your application within two working days. We will contact you via email, so if you don’t hear from us, please check your junk mail. We look forward to hearing from you.
Trainee Forehearth Specialist - Internal Candidates Only employer: Encirc Ltd
Encirc is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and growth. With a comprehensive benefits package including a free onsite gym, generous annual leave, and a commitment to sustainability, employees in Derrylin can thrive in a forward-thinking environment while contributing to innovative glass manufacturing solutions. The company fosters a collaborative atmosphere where every team member is valued, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
