Packing and Despatch Operative

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

Packing and Despatch Operative

Job Summary

Packing & Dispatch OperativeImerys Minerals Ltd - West ThurrockSalary: £27,642Permanent role- 37.5 hours per weekWhy work for Imerys?

At Imerys, every member of our team matters. Our priority is the health and safety of our people, and we aim to create diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are always striving to be better and support our people to learn, improve and innovate continuously. This allows them to tap into their full potential and to take advantage of the wealth of career and development opportunities available.

Summary Of

The Role

Operation of big bagging and associated equipmentBulk loading of lorries, containers and tatuliners.

Maintaining a concise log of production completedRespects all site safety rulesRemoval of FGS pallets from the palletiser and placing them in stock in therequired area, keeping spreadsheets up to date.

To maintain the necessary records for noting operational , quality, safety andenvironmental information as required.

Knowledge of relevant internal product specification sheets: understanding ofquality tests and implications of processAs the plant develops and progresses, different test methods may berequired.

Ensuring the palletiser does not run out of pallets or hoods in the hooder.

Maintains a clean safe work areaMust record data as required for continuous improvement.

Operation of the packing and mixing plant including fault diagnosis throughthe HMIReception of raw materials and transfer to Silo’sVisible qualification of raw material samples against reference samplesLoading of vehicles and FG sampling for sample storage in laboratoryData entry for quality and dispatch area.

You Will Have

• A Fork Lift Truck License
• Experience operating big bagging, packing, and mixing plant equipment,including fault diagnosis via HMI.Proven ability to bulk load lorries, containers, and tautliners safely andefficiently.
• Knowledge of product specifications, quality testing, and raw materialverification.
• Experience receiving raw materials, transferring to silos, and conductingfinished goods sampling.
• Strong record-keeping skills across production, quality, safety, environmental,and dispatch data.A proactive approach to site safety, continuous improvement, and maintaininga clean, organised work area.
• Experience managing palletiser operations, stock control, and ensuringuninterrupted production flow.
• What’s in it for you?28 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Generous Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Private Healthcare
• Company Sick Pay
• Discounts with external retailers on Imerys
• Advantage!
• Cycle to work scheme via Halfords
• Salary sacrifice car scheme via Tusker
• Buy Holiday scheme
• We also offer a comprehensive package to support the Well-being of our people,
• Which Includes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GPFlu and Eye care vouchers
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Menopause Support
• Check4Cancer (prostate checks)
• Volunteer to be a Mental Health First Aider, First Aider at Work or Fire Marshal
• 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, ASTHEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED.To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, onlyapplications 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.
• Closing date for applications 30/04/2026Position Type
• Full timeand
• 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.