Packing & Dispatch / Production Operative in Purfleet

We are looking for a motivated Production Operative to join our West Thurrock site. This role would suit candidates with experience in manufacturing, production, machine operation, warehousing or industrial environments.

Client Details

Imerys is the world's leading supplier of mineral-based speciality solutions for industry. We use our technical knowledge, global reach and commitment to responsible development to provide essential mineral solutions that improve everyday life.

Every member of our team matters. We prioritise safety, collaboration and continuous improvement - and we invest heavily in helping our people grow their skills and build long-term careers.

Description

At Imerys, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive workplace where employees can develop new skills, contribute ideas and build long-term careers.

We are looking for a motivated Production Operative to join our West Thurrock site. This role would suit candidates with experience in manufacturing, production, machine operation, warehousing or industrial environments.

As part of the production team, you'll be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of our packing and mixing plant, helping ensure products are manufactured, packed and dispatched to the highest quality standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating production, packing and bagging machinery
• Monitoring equipment performance and identifying basic faults through HMI control systems
• Ensuring production lines are supplied with the materials required to maintain output
• Receiving and transferring raw materials within the plant
• Loading finished products for dispatch
• Carrying out quality checks and sampling activities
• Recording production, quality and dispatch information accurately
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organised working environment
• Supporting continuous improvement activities across the site
• Working collaboratively to ensure production targets are achieved safely and efficiently

Profile

We're keen to hear from candidates who have:

• Experience working within a production, manufacturing, or warehouse environment
• Experience operating machinery, production lines or industrial equipment
• A strong awareness of health and safety procedures
• Good attention to detail and quality standards
• Basic computer skills and experience recording production data
• A proactive and reliable approach to work
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team

Desirable Skills

• Fork Lift Truck (FLT) licence
• Experience loading vehicles or moving materials within a manufacturing environment
• Experience working with automated production or packing equipment
• Knowledge of quality control processes

Don't have an FLT licence? That's okay. We'd still love to hear from you as training will be provided for the right candidate.

Job Offer

Salary and Hours:

• Salary: £31,824 per annum
• Hours: Permanent - 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday

Additional benefits:

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Generous pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Company sick pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Employee discounts through Imerys Advantage
• Buy Holiday scheme

Supporting Your Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP
• Flu and eye care vouchers
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Menopause support
• Check4Cancer screening support
• Opportunities to become a Mental Health First Aider, First Aider at Work or Fire Marshal

Interested?

If you're looking for a hands-on production role where you'll receive support, development opportunities and the chance to build a long-term career with a global manufacturer, we'd love to hear from you.

Previous experience as a Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Machine Operative, Process Operator, Warehouse Operative or Plant Operative would be advantageous but is not essential.