Chemical Plants Manager

Kronospan; Chirk; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time

Career development

Training

Job summary

Kronospan in the UK is seeking a senior site leader responsible for Formalin, Resin and overall site quality. You will drive EHS performance, lead the department to meet targets and maximise process availability through structured maintenance aligned with the maintenance function.

The role requires a Chemical Engineering degree, extensive experience in chemical production, and strong leadership to manage and develop teams, control costs, and engage with regulators and stakeholders while

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in chemical production and processes.
• Operational knowledge of COMAH regulations and process safety.
• Ability to work under pressure with a consistently high level of performance.
• Strong investigative and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for Formalin, Resin and site quality.
• EHS performance across the whole department.
• Lead the department in achieving its targets.
• Maximise availability of the process through structured maintenance programmes agreed in line with the maintenance function.
• Ensure efficient utilisation of the process through communication with the Planning department.
• Manage and develop your teams through effective performance management practices.
• Teambuilding, motivation and training of staff to fulfil production needs.
• Ensure sufficient staffing of the department to accommodate production requirements.
• Control costs including energy consumption, maintenance budget, etc.
• Minimise process issues, ensuring staff are competent at all tasks required of them.
• Communicate with regulators and other key stakeholders.

Skills

Chemical production experience

Process safety & COMAH

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Job description

Company Description

Kronospan is the world leading manufacturer of wood panel boards. At Kronospan we pride ourselves on delivering “Wood Perfected” and have invested in innovation since 1897 and have continued to lead the industry in product quality and sustainability.

Job Description

• Overall responsibility for Formalin, Resin and site quality.
• EHS performance across the whole department.
• Lead the department in achieving its targets.
• Maximise availability of the process through structured maintenance programmes agreed in line with the maintenance function.
• Ensure efficient utilisation of the process through communication with the Planning department.
• Manage and develop your teams through effective performance management practices.
• Teambuilding, motivation and training of staff to fulfil production needs.
• Ensure sufficient staffing of the department to accommodate production requirements.
• Control costs including energy consumption, maintenance budget, etc.
• Minimise process issues, ensuring staff are competent at all tasks required of them.
• Communicate with regulators and other key stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience of chemical production and processes.
• Operational experience of working under COMAH regulations and a strong understanding of process safety principles.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain a consistently high level of performance.
• Ability to investigate, understand and resolve issues quickly and efficiently.
• A Chemical Engineering degree is the minimum level required for this position.
• Leadership abilities. The successful candidate will be required to challenge colleagues and issue clear instructions to drive successful outcomes.

Benefits

• Attractive salary.
• Full‑time contract working 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Exciting and challenging work.
• Continued training, support and career development.
• Opportunity to work with and learn from industry leading people committed to excellence.