Maintenance & Production Operator

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

Maintenance & Production Operator

Job Summary

KEY FOCUS & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Daily repair and maintenance of all plant equipment (production, administration, warehouse, etc.) as directed by Maintenance Mechanic.

• Support of any process improvement project work 

• Generate/complete maintenance work orders via CMMS platform

• Understand production processes to identify and correct any inefficiency 

• Work as the technical expert for all production related equipment 

• Support production activities to reduce downtime and increase efficiency 

• Report as needed to support maintenance / production needs across all shifts 

• Offer suggestions for continuous process improvements 

• Good understanding of electric wiring and repairs 

• Experienced in welding, grinding, parts fabrication, and machining 

• Introductory knowledge of electrical, controls, instrumentation

• Basic computer skills including email, MS Office Suite/Google Suite, online applications

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES REQUIREMENTS: 

• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize priorities 

• Strong mechanical aptitude 

• Must be able to work well with others and follow directions 

• Ability to write and communicate clearly and effectively on work orders and safety improvement recommendations 

• Must maintain poise under pressure 

• Must have basic math comprehension and problem solving skills 

• Good physical condition to support movement up 2-4 levels of operation (stairs, ladders, etc.) 

• Ability to troubleshoot system performance related issues to solve basic problems and find a safe effective solution 

• Must be capable of reading and interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, mechanical/electrical drawings and procedure manuals  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) 

• Three to five years of production maintenance experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of trainin