Operative

The CompanyImerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. 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.

The PositionOperative

Job Summary

Operative

Location: Imerys – St Austell (Rocks)

Hours of work: Day and night shifts across a 4-week rotating shift pattern:

Day Shift: Week 1: 7am – 7pm - Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun (Wed & Thur off)

Week 2: 7am – 7pm Wed & Thu (Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun off)

Night Shift: Week 3: 7pm – 7am - Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun (Wed & Thur off)

Week 4: 7pm – 7am Wed & Thu (Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun off)

Salary: £28,988.52 per annum including shift allowance - please note salary will rise, in stages, as competencies are achieved

A hands-on role full of variety and the opportunity to learn new skills and gain valuable training in a wide range of our operations including the use of mobile plant, 4x4 vehicle driving and team leadership.

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 create diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are always striving to be better and to support our people to continuously learn, improve and innovate. This allows them to tap into their full potential and to take advantage of the wealth of career and development opportunities available. 

The job role

You’ll be hands on, working with the team on the full operation of the main tube press, as well as across a variety of process systems such as pumping, drier and wet scrubber, vacuum and air systems.

The more common activities include, but are not limited to:

• Handling machinery such as heat exchangers, pumps and overhead cranes
• Undertaking minor semi-skilled engineering tasks using a selection of hand and power tools
• Providing cover for the Operative within the wet stock department, which involves maintaining “wet stocks” and the incoming quality and conditioning of the “wet feed” and undertaking clay sampling. 

What’s in it for you?

• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Generous Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Company Sick Pay
• Car salary sacrifice scheme
• Discounts on external retailers
• Cycle to work scheme

We also offer a comprehensive package to support the Wellbeing of our people which includes:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP
• Flu and Eye care vouchers
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Menopause Support

You will:

• have strong health, safety and environmental awareness
• ideally possess NVQ level 2 Process Operations or the willingness to gain
• be willing to undertake Lead my Team training
• be able to work at height
• be computer literate
• legally be able to drive in the UK
• have 4 x 4 vehicle driving experience or be willing to be trained

We would like our application process to be accessible to all - if you require an alternative way to apply then please get in touch on 01952 281924. 

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to 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.

Position TypeFull time

and

Permanent

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To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered. 

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, 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.