Process Worker (Day Shift)

THE COMPANY

Imerys is a world leader in mineral-based specialties, creating specialty solutions that improve everyday life. Our success is built on our people and creating an environment where our 18,300 employees around the globe can thrive.

Imerys Ceramics New Zealand is currently seeking a Process Worker (Shift) (Fixed-Term Contract) with proven industrial experience to join our exciting team based in Matauri Bay, Kerikeri.

This is a temporary fixed-term contract role.

JOB SUMMARY

On a weekly rotating Day/Night shift basis, the operation of processing equipment, mobile plant including FEL and forklifts, contributes to the production of halloysite products, whilst at all times being compliant with company Environmental Safety, Health, Quality and Operating standards and procedures. Complete other laboring tasks as required from time to time that are associated with the production, packaging and dispatch of halloysite products and general site maintenance.

JOB SCOPE

• Work to instructions at all times to ensure the process runs continuously and efficiently without compromise to ESH & Quality
• Take on training provided as it’s made available
• Complete every task with the correct PPE and worn correctly
• Report any ESH & Quality directly to the Process Shift Supervisor, and in their absence, to the Production Manager or senior management
• Report any mechanical fault to the Process Shift Supervisor and/or Shift Fitter
• Keep work area clean and safe
• Attend and contribute to Daily toolbox meetings

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Competent in the operation of processing equipment
• Competent in the use of mobile equipment including FEL and forklifts linked to the processing operation, packaging and dispatch
• Sampling of process and final products
• Preparation and packaging of final products for dispatch ensuring all packaging is of the expected standard
• Report immediately any processing equipment failure, safety or quality hazard
• Commitment to good housekeeping, and maintaining of the plant in a clean and safe environment
• Recycling of all packaging materials and disposal of waste
• Transporting and stacking of finished packaged products in stores
• Loading of sand trucks or containers if required
• Participation in all EHS initiatives
• Complete general site maintenance especially during downturns in production demands

OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS

• Training will be provided but a general level of experience and competency working within an industrial or processing environment is required
• Willingness to learn new tasks
• Adaptability to a challenging and changing environment

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Good standard of literacy for the ability to follow written procedures and instructions
• Mobile plant experience
• Ability to perform manual tasks
• Able to lift heavy loads
• Experience in working with strong ESH culture

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

• Team player within the shift work environment
• Ability to continually support work colleagues
• Willingness to learn from the Process Shift Supervisor and other work colleagues
• Good level of fitness and health
• Flexible can-do and cooperative attitude
• Ability to participate in team work to ensure the best outcomes
• Understanding and ability to work shifts