Production Manager
The Company
Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. 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
Production ManagerJob Summary
Job title: Production Manager
Location: West Thurrock (on site)
Hours of work: 35 hours Monday - Friday
Salary: up to £65,000 dependant on experience
Are you a driven and experienced leader in industrial manufacturing looking to make a real impact? Imerys is seeking a Production Manager to oversee our West Thurrock operations, driving safety, efficiency, and innovation across our production processes.
You will be at the heart of our success — overseeing production lines, managing costs, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring environmental compliance. This is your chance to influence not just performance metrics, but also people, community, and the future of our operations.
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
Spearhead and manage daily operations across all production units.
Champion Health & Safety, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a proactive safety culture.
Drive productivity through innovative thinking, lean principles, and process optimisation.
Collaborate cross-functionally to support new product development, packaging solutions, and customer service excellence.
Manage raw material logistics and budgets to optimise cost and supply chain efficiency.
Ensure consistent product quality and adherence to ISO and environmental standards.
Lead, develop, and inspire a diverse and capable team.
What’s in it for you? List the full benefits and use bullet points
Performance related bonus
Equivalent of 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
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:
Maintain the health, safety and environmental standards on site, for yourself and others around you
Have strong technical competency in production and logistics.
Be experienced managing safety, cost, and environmental performance.
Have a continuous improvement mindset (Lean/CI qualifications desirable).
Have excellent communication and people skills – able to build strong internal and external relationships.
Have a working knowledge of SAP (or similar system).
Relevant degree required; French language skills a plus.
Have experience with Health and Safety with relevant certification
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.
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Position Type
Full timeand
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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.
