Operative

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Job summary

A leading manufacturer in mineral-based solutions in the UK is seeking an Operative for their site in Lee Moor, Devon. In this hands-on role, you will support day-to-day operations to ensure production targets are met while maintaining safety and quality. Ideal candidates should have production experience, teamworking skills, and a strong safety focus. The position includes a competitive salary, shift allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health and wellbeing support.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Generous Pension Plan

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Company Sick Pay

Discounts on external retailers

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Private Medical Health Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Strong teamworking and communication skills are crucial.
• Hold a forklift licence is preferred.
• Legally able to drive in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Monitor lines and conduct quality checks.
• Operate IBC machines and bagging equipment.
• Perform product sampling and testing.
• Conduct pre-shift checks and maintain logs.
• Drive forklifts to move materials if trained.

Skills

Teamworking skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Safety conscious attitude

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Operative

Location: Herreschoff Kilns, Lee Moor, Plympton, Devon, PL7 5JP

Salary: £30,712 per year (inclusive of shift allowance)

Hours of work: 38.5 per week on a 4-week rotating day & night shift pattern:

Day Shifts: Week 1: 6am – 6pm - Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun (Wed & Thurs off)
Week 2: 6am – 6pm Wed & Thu (Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun off)

Night Shifts: Week 3: 6pm – 6am - Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun (Wed & Thurs off)
Week 4: 6pm – 6am Wed & Thu (Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun off)

Looking for a hands-on role with variety?

Join Imerys, the world leader in mineral-based speciality solutions. At our Herreschoff Kilns site in Lee Moor, we process and refine clay for industrial use, and we’re looking for a proactive and reliable Operative to help us maintain production performance, safety and quality.

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

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you’ll play a hands-on role in supporting the day-to-day operations, helping to ensure our production targets are met efficiently and safely. Once trained, you’ll work across multiple areas including the IBC machines, bagging lines, and the Polarite plant.

Key responsibilities include:

• Line monitoring and quality checks
• Operating IBC machines and bagging equipment
• Conduct product sampling and testing
• Pre-shift checks and maintaining logs
• Driving forklifts to move materials and goods (if trained/licensed)
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Support general warehouse and production duties
• Assist in maintenance and troubleshooting activities

What’s in it for you

• Equivalent of 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for shift workers)
• Generous Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Company Sick Pay
• 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
• Private Medical Health Plan

You will:

• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment (preferred)
• Hold a forklift licence (preferred)
• Possess strong teamworking and communication skills
• Have a safety conscious attitude with attention to detail
• Be flexible and adaptable to learn new tasks within the plant
• Have a good level of numeracy, literacy, and IT competence.
• Legally be able to drive in the UK

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.