Manufacturing ​/ Production Operative, Manufacturing Production

Company Overview

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral‑based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.6 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, sustainable construction, and natural solutions for consumer goods.

Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes and supports customers in their decarbonisation efforts. Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (ticker NK.PA).

Role:
Operative

Location:

Imerys Minerals Ltd – Cliffe Vale

Salary: £24,444.42 + shift premium £6,270.29

Contract:

Full‑time, 38.5 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Operative at our Cliffe Vale site.

Responsibilities include producing all production roles, meeting required tonnage and quality, and adhering to HSE protocols and site procedures.

Work a shift pattern with flexibility to cover two shifts, days and nights.

We prioritise health and safety, create diverse and inclusive workplaces, and support continuous learning and innovation.

• Operate a Front End Loader and Forklift.
• Operate an Artitor Mill and use of mixing machinery.
• Operate a blending system to create bespoke products.
• Receipt and storage of products by road and rail.
• Loading of bulk tankers and palletised products.
• Carry out site cleaning, demonstrate and promote good housekeeping practices.
• Embrace and promote Imerys continuous improvement and contribute improvement ideas.
• Follow all health and safety protocols, report all incidents promptly to site management.
• Carry out testing of all products ensuring they are within customer specifications.

• Teamwork & ability to work effectively as a team player.
• Problem‑solving & decision making; enquiring mind, sound decisions.
• Safety consciousness: high level of safety awareness.
• Preferred forklift licence and driving licence.
• Experience with SAP.

• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Generous Pension Plan.
• Life Assurance.
• Income Protection.
• Private Healthcare.
• Company Sick Pay.
• Discounts with external retailers via Imerys Advantage.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme via Halfords.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme via Tusker.
• Buy Holiday scheme.

Well‑being support:
Employee Assistance Programme, Virtual GP, flu and eye care vouchers, enhanced family‑friendly policies, menopause support, Check4

Cancer (prostate checks), volunteer for Mental Health First Aider, First Aider at Work or Fire Marshal.

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

Closing date for applications: 31/01/2026.

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, 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.