Job Summary
This role is responsible for operating production equipment safely and efficiently, including shredding, blending and milling plant, as well as mobile plant. You will ensure production output targets are met, maintain high safety and housekeeping standards, and work collaboratively with production and maintenance teams. You will spend approximately half of each shift operating a frontend loader shovel as part of your day today responsibilities.
Why work for Imerys?
At Imerys every member of our team matters. Our priority is the health and safety of our people, and our aim is to foster inclusive workplaces. We support continuous learning, innovation and personal development, enabling employees to reach their full potential.
The job role
• Operate shredding and blending equipment safely.
• Operate the front‑end loader shovel
• Operate attritor mills following safety and quality procedures.
• Complete pre‑shift inspections and operate mobile plant (FLT training provided).
• Perform level‑one maintenance and report equipment defects.
• Maintain housekeeping standards.
• Meet production deadlines and ensure product quality.
• Follow all HSE protocols and report incidents promptly.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
What’s in it for you?
25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays
Generous Pension Plan
Group Life Assurance
Income Protection
Private Medical Insurance (Equipsme)
Enhanced family friendly policies
Cycle to Work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Discount Portal
Menopause support
Wellbeing support including mental health support, flu vouchers and eyecare vouchers
Sick Pay Scheme
Carers Leave & Volunteer Leave
Long‑service and recognition awards
About You
You are a reliable, safety focused operative with hands on industrial experience, confident operating loading shovels and plant equipment, and comfortable working independently during night shifts while maintaining high standards of quality, housekeeping and teamwork
You will have
• Valid loading shovel licence
• Valid driving licence
• Good numeracy, literacy and IT competence
• Understanding of health, safety and environmental protocols
• Industrial experience is preferred
• Safety focused with strong communication skills
• An ability to work independently during night shifts
Position Type
Full time
and
Permanent