Johnson Matthey

Entry Level Operator I

Company
Location
Enfield, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
8/12/2025
Description
Location: Brimsdown

Fixed term 12 month contract

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 the 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.

We are seeking an entry level operator; you will be involved in supporting the operations team in the skilled execution of operator activities and adhering to the production schedule to ensure the on-time delivery of quality product.

The role can potentially lead towards becoming a skilled Operator. Through a programme of both on and off the job training, you will develop the necessary skills to operate intricate equipment, chemical processes, and industrial processes.

As the job title, you will help drive our goals by:

  • Taking responsibility for your own safety, complying with JMs safe working practices and following PPE direction, and contributing to a healthy and safe working environment.
  • Follow all relevant process related documentation such as risk analysis, process instructions and standard work documents.
  • Completing all necessary batch sheets and handovers to ensure continuous production.
  • Making suggestions for process improvements within area of responsibility.
  • Ensure adherence to 5S standards. Cooperating and collaborating with other team members to continually drive our proactive operator programme, participate in failure investigations, identify and report back reliability issues within the plant.
  • Carrying out basic preventative maintenance checks.


Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

  • Understanding of EHS and its importance in the workplace.
  • No prerequisite experience required but previous experience in the chemical process industry, engineering and/or manufacturing is desirable.
  • GSCEs in English, Maths & Science or equivalent.
  • Understanding of large scale complex manufacturing facilities/plants
  • Comfortable working shifts 12-hour day and night shifts including weekends and bank holidays on a 4s and 5s shift pattern.


Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

  • Retirement savings
  • Share plans
  • Saving accounts
  • Life assurance and income protection
  • Medical plans / health assessments
  • Fitness discounts


Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [email protected]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

To submit your application, please click the "Apply" button online.

All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice:  Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice. By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to the notice.

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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