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Job Summary
Imerys is the world's leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes.
Location
Cliffe Vale, Stoke
Hours of work
37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, between 7am and 4pm. Flexibility is required.
Salary
Up to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience, with an annual performance‑based bonus of up to 10%.
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 support continuous learning and innovation.
Responsibilities
* Plan, organise and supervise day‑to‑day and forward planning of processing operations to meet market requirements for quality, consistency and quantity of product within required dispatch timescale to ensure the budgeted gross margin is achieved or exceeded.
* Supervise & lead processing teams in forward planning to meet all customer requirements.
* Maintain a close relationship with shift Charge Hands to achieve weekly and daily production targets for quality and tonnage.
* Maintain a close relationship with Logistics and site administration to meet changing customer demands and manage expectations.
* Plan and implement processing and milling engineering activities within budgeted cost.
* Collate information and produce KPI reports and monthly management reports.
* Identify, present and implement CAPEX projects as required to maintain the business.
* Produce all products within agreed budgeted costs.
* Ensure environmental compliance of the Cliffe Vale site.
* Drive continuous improvement by challenging existing practices and implementing change.
* Liaise with Laboratory Supervisor regarding production requirements linked to laboratory activities.
* Notify Site Manager of any problems that could lead to delayed supply and inform Accounts Manager of any unbudgeted or increased costs.
* Deputise for Cliffe Vale Site Manager when required.
* Responsible for Health & Safety of those on site by performing regular inspection, documentation and review of risk assessments.
* Lead processing teams and contractors in promoting and developing safety awareness culture to achieve zero accident state.
* Assist with sourcing and induction of contractors within the annual budgeted cost.
* Responsible for four shift Charge Hands and shift operatives.
* Deal with all incident / accident and disciplinary issues on site that may arise.
* Ensure full and effective communication at all levels.
Qualifications
* Engineering background with previous experience of working on processing plant equipment, including filtration systems, milling machines, conveyors, mixing, blowing and pumping machines and motors.
* GCSE or A level or equivalent.
* Safety qualification e.g. IOSH.
* Environmental awareness e.g. ISO14001.
* Quality system awareness e.g. ISO9001.
* Previous leadership experience.
* High degree of Health and Safety awareness and competence.
* Legally able to drive in the UK.
* Eager to contribute and get involved.
Benefits
* 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.
* Well‑being support programmes (Employee Assistance Programme, Virtual GP, flu and eye care vouchers, enhanced family‑friendly policies, menopause support, Check4Cancer, mental health first aid roles).
How to apply
Please apply online. For any enquiries about this position or to request a copy of the job description, contact Phil Nile, HR Business Partner, on 07483 931276 or philip.nile@imerys.com.
Attribute Summary
* Mid‑Senior level
* Full time
* Management and Manufacturing
* Mining
Closing date for applications
30/11/2025
Equal Opportunity Employer
IMERYS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.
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