Entry-Level Operator: Manufacturing & Safety

Johnson Matthey Plc; Royston; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings

Life Assurance

Medical plans

Fitness discounts

Job summary

Johnson Matthey Plc in Royston, UK is seeking an Operator I: Entry Level Operator to join a world leader in platinum group metals. The role focuses on personal safety, following process docs, batch sheets and handovers to maintain continuous production.

You’ll perform skilled operator tasks, support production schedules, and participate in 5S and continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, learning, and a safe work culture. Closing date: posted for 2 weeks.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 with 4 GCSEs (A*-C) including English, Maths and Science.
• 2 A-Levels (or equivalent) in engineering or science beneficial but not required.
• Understand large-scale manufacturing facilities and the importance of EHS.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for personal safety by following JM’s safety rules and reporting incidents/unsafe conditions.
• Follow process documents (risk analyses, instructions, standard work) and complete batch sheets and handovers for smooth production.
• Support operations by performing skilled operator tasks, adhering to production schedules, performing basic preventative maintenance, and assisting the Production Lead.
• Drive continuous improvement by upholding 5S standards, collaborating with the team, and identifying plant reliability issues.

Skills

Safety focus

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Flexibility

Learning mindset

Education

GCSEs incl English Maths Science

A-Levels in engineering or science (desirable)

Job description

Johnson Matthey Plc in Royston, UK is seeking an Operator I: Entry Level Operator to join a world leader in platinum group metals. The role focuses on personal safety, following process docs, batch sheets and handovers to maintain continuous production.

You’ll perform skilled operator tasks, support production schedules, and participate in 5S and continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, learning, and a safe work culture. Closing date: posted for 2 weeks.