Production Supervisor

Be among the first 25 applicants The Company Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral‑based specialty solutions with €3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries. The Group delivers high value‑added and functional solutions across industries such as the energy transition, sustainable construction, and consumer goods. Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes and supports customers in their decarbonisation efforts. Position Production Supervisor Job Summary Lead and supervise day‑to‑day processing operations at the Cliffe Vale site. Oversee forward planning, quality, safety and cost controls to meet customer requirements and business objectives. Location Cliffe Vale, Stoke Hours of Work 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (7 am–4 pm). Flexibility required. Salary Up to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus an annual performance‑based bonus of up to 10 %. Why Work for Imerys Every member matters. We prioritise health and safety, diverse and inclusive workplaces, continuous learning and career development. We offer a wealth of opportunities to grow professionally. Responsibilities Plan, organise and supervise processing operations to meet quality, consistency and quantity targets. Lead processing teams in forward planning to satisfy customer requirements. Maintain close relationships with shift Charge Hands to achieve daily and weekly production targets. Coordinate with Logistics and site administration to manage changing customer demands and expectations. Plan and implement engineering activities within budgeted cost. Collate information and produce KPI reports and monthly management reports. Identify, present and implement CAPEX projects as required. Produce all products within agreed budgeted costs. Ensure environmental compliance at the Cliffe Vale site. Drive continuous improvement, challenging existing practices and implementing change using the iCube philosophy. Liaise with the Laboratory Supervisor on production requirements linked to laboratory activities. Notify the Site Manager of problems that could delay supply to a customer and inform the Accounts Manager of unbudgeted or increased costs. Deputise for the Cliffe Vale Site Manager when required. Responsible for Health & Safety, performing regular inspections, documentation and review of risk assessments and promoting company policies. Lead processing teams and contractors in promoting safety awareness culture, aiming for a zero accident state. Assist with sourcing and induction of contractors, particularly processing contractors, within the annual budgeted cost. Responsible for four shift Charge Hands and shift operatives. Deal with all incident, accident and disciplinary issues on site that may arise. Ensure full and effective communication at all levels, developing and maintaining effective working relationships. Attributes Engineering background with experience of processing plant equipment (filtration, milling, conveyors, mixing, blowing, pumping machines and motors). GCSE or A level education, or equivalent. Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH). Environmental awareness – ISO14001. Quality system awareness – ISO9001. Previous leadership experience. High degree of Health & Safety awareness and competence. Legally able to drive in the UK. Eager to contribute and get involved. Benefits 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays. Generous Pension Plan. Life Assurance. Income Protection. Private Healthcare. Company Sick Pay. Discounts with external retailers on ImerysAdvantage. Cycle to work scheme via Halfords. Salary sacrifice car scheme via Tusker. Buy Holiday scheme. Well‑being support: Employee Assistance Programme, Virtual GP, flu and eye care vouchers, enhanced family‑friendly policies, menopause support, Check4Cancer (prostate checks). Opportunity to volunteer as a Mental Health First Aider, First Aider at Work or Fire Marshal. Contact For enquiries about this position or to request a copy of the job description, please contact Phil Nile, HR Business Partner: 07483 931276 or philip.nile@imerys.com. Closing date for applications 30/11/2025 Equal Opportunity Employer IMERYS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis 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. Employment Type Full‑time, permanent Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Job Function Management and Manufacturing Industries Mining #J-18808-Ljbffr