The Company
Imerys is the world's leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with EUR3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers' products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.
Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.
The Position
Operative
Job Summary
Operative
Imerys Minerals Ltd - Lee Moor, Herreschoff
Salary: 24,444.42 + shift premium 6,270.29
Contract: Fixed Term Contract, 38.5 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Operative at our Lee Moor Site. We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team.The Shift Multi Skilled Operator has responsibility for running the IBC machines, the bagging line and the polarite plant on a Fixed Term Contract until 31st August 2026.
The duties of an operator are to fulfil the above tasks accurately, in a timely manner whilst still maintaining a high focus on safety. A flexible proactive, self lead approach aimed at improving performance whilst minimising costs.
Required to work a Shift pattern with the flexibility to cover two shift patterns days and nights.
Why work for Imerys?
At Imerys, every member of our team matters. Our priority is the health and safety of our people, and we aim to create diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are always striving to be better and support our people to learn, improve and innovate continuously. This allows them to tap into their full potential and to take advantage of the wealth of career and development opportunities available.
Summary of the role:Liaises with shift supervisor on work schedule and instructions
Operates IBC and bagging machines and associated equipment
Operates the polarite plant
Moves goods and skips by forklift or using other plant equipment
Moves finished goods from production lines, placing them in the required area.
Re-stacks reject pallets and keeps record of recycled quantity, rates, quality
Knows the relevant Internal Product Specification and packaging.
Understands product quality and customer centricity value
Complies to sampling procedure when taking samples
Tests of periodic samples according to quality control procedures
Ensures the production line has all necessary consumables to run
Maintains a clean safe work area with a high standard on housekeeping.
Maintains the necessary operational, quality, safety and environmental records
Do you have the following attributes?Teamwork & proven ability to work effectively as a team player.
Problem-Solving & Decision Making: Possesses an enquiring mind, with the ability to make sound decisions
Safety Consciousness: High level of safety consciousness.
Preferred forklift and driving licence
Experience of SAP
What's in it for you?25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Generous Pension Plan
Life Assurance
Income Protection
Private Healthcare
Company Sick Pay
Discounts with external retailers on ImerysAdvantage!
Cycle to work scheme via Halfords
Salary sacrifice car scheme via Tusker
Buy Holiday scheme
We also offer a comprehensive package to support the Well-being of our people, which includes:Employee Assistance Programme
Virtual GP
Flu and Eye care vouchers
Enhanced family-friendly policies
Menopause Support
Check4Cancer (prostate checks)
Volunteer to be a Mental Health First Aider, First Aider at Work or Fire Marshal
To apply:
For any enquiries about this position or to request a copy of the job description, please contact Phil Nile, HR Business Partner, on 07483 931276 or philip.nile@imerys.com
Closing date for applications: 28/02/2026
Position Type
Full time
and
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