The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. 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.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The Position

Processing Operative-2

Job Summary

Processing Operative – 

Day Shift- Monday to Friday only 

Job location: Newton Abbot, United Kingdom

Role: Processing Operative

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week, day shift only

Rotating Shift pattern: 6am – 2pm and 2pm – 10pm Monday to Friday

Salary: £27,573.14 per annum + £1.918.80 Shift allowance 

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based speciality solutions for industry. Our expertise in applications, material science and innovation enables us to deliver essential properties that improve customer products and performance. We promote responsible development, environmentally friendly processes and support our customers in their sustainability and decarbonisation efforts.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for safely and efficiently operating production equipment including shredding, blending and milling plant, along with mobile plant. The role involves operating a front-end loader for the majority of the shift, with regular requirements to step on and off the machine to carry out equipment checks, inspections and general production support tasks. You will help ensure production targets are achieved, maintain high housekeeping standards and collaborate effectively with the production and maintenance teams.

The job role

• Operate shredding and blending equipment safely.
• Operate the front-end loader for the majority of the shift while completing regular equipment and process checks.
• 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 
• 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. You work well independently, maintain excellent housekeeping standards and contribute to a safe, efficient production environment.

You will have

• Valid loading shovel license
• Valid driving license
• Good numeracy, literacy and IT competence
• Understanding of health, safety and environmental protocols
• Industrial experience is preferred
• Safety-focused with strong communication skills

Closing date for applications 20th October 2026

Position Type

Full time

and

Permanent

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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.