The Company Imerys 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 Position Operative Job Summary Operative Location: Shelton New Road, Cliffe Vale Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 7AR Salary: Starting at: £30,450.49 (inclusive of Shift Allowance) with opportunity of pay progression on completion of training competencies. Looking for a hands-on role that offers a wide variety of responsibilities? Join Imerys; the market leader in mineral-based speciality solutions, where we'll help you tap your full potential Working at our busy clay processing site, you’ll be working in a team of two, working with both fixed and mobile plant including forklift trucks, hoppers, mixers and other bespoke equipment. The more common activities include, but are not limited to: Producing clay slurries using mixing processes Operating milling machines Lab testing using viscometers and moisture meters and chemical analysis (training provided) Loading/offloading trucks General site housekeeping This role is working on a shift pattern (day and night): Day Shift: Week 1: 6am – 6pm - Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun (Wed & Thur off) Week 2: 6am – 6pm Wed & Thu (Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun off) Night Shift: Week 3: 6pm – 6am - Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun (Wed & Thur off) Week 4: 6pm – 6am Wed & Thu (Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun off) What’s in it for you? Imerys is a successful business which provides its employees with a positive working environment and a range of workplace benefits including: Pension scheme Life Assurance 19 days holiday a year plus bank holidays An excellent reward hub giving you savings and discounts on everyday purchases. We are a friendly and close-knit team. What we are looking for: Our team are hardworking and fun loving so you’ll need to bring your motivation, drive and enthusiasm. In addition, you’ll: Ideally have worked in a similar industrial environment Possess Health, safety and environmental knowledge Ideally have mobile plant licences / experience - however we can get you trained up Have good numeracy, literacy and IT competence Hold a full and valid UK driving licence About Us: Imerys is the world leader in mineral-based specialty solutions for industry, with over 16,000 employees and over 200 sites worldwide we are leaders in 80% of our markets. Imerys delivers high value-added, functional solutions to a diversified set of industrial sectors, from processing industries to consumer goods. Our workplaces are diverse and inclusive and we foster a collaborative work culture which helps us continually drive innovation in our fields. 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. Apply now Position Type Full time and Permanent Only technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox: recruiting.support imerys.com PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED. 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.