Operator I: Entry Level Operator

Job title: Operator I: Entry Level Operator | Location: Royston, UK (12 Months FTC)

World‑changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net‑zero! As an Entry Level Operator, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for personal safety by following JM’s safe working practices, PPE guidelines, and contributing to a safe, healthy work environment, including reporting incidents and unsafe conditions.
• Follow all relevant process documentation (e.g., risk analyses, process instructions, standard work) and complete batch sheets and handovers to ensure smooth, continuous production.
• Support operations by performing skilled operator tasks, adhering to production schedules, conducting basic preventative maintenance, and carrying out duties as directed by the Production Lead.
• Drive continuous improvement by upholding 5S standards, collaborating with team members, suggesting process improvements, participating in failure investigations, and identifying plant reliability issues.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a minimum of 4 GCSEs (A*-C) including English, Maths, and Science.
• 2 A‑Levels (or equivalent) in engineering or science.
• Experience in chemical, engineering, or manufacturing fields is beneficial but not required.
• Understanding of large‑scale manufacturing facilities and the importance of EHS.
• Strong safety focus, teamwork, positive attitude, motivation, attention to detail, and commitment to learning.
• Strong communication skills, flexibility, integrity, and the ability to work accurately, efficiently, and meet deadlines.
• Non‑smokers and have been free from nicotine products for at least 3 months.

What We Offer

• Salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities.
• Supportive of hybrid and flexible working.
• Retirement savings & Share plans.
• Saving accounts.
• Life Assurance and Income Protection.
• Medical plans / health assessments.
• Fitness discounts.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

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