Resin & Formalin Plant Manager

Kronospan; Chirk; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kronospan is seeking a loyal, conscientious and analytical professional to support the Resin and Formalin department. The role drives efficiency, quality and safety across the plant through supervision, process optimization and issue resolution.

Key responsibilities include overseeing operators, coordinating maintenance, ensuring COMAH/IPPC compliance, and developing resin recipes to improve efficiency and reduce consumption. A degree in Chemistry, Science or Engineering is required.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in a Formalin and Resin plant or similar chemical process.
• Degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Science or Engineering.
• Working knowledge of formalin process and product chemistry.
• Familiarity with COMAH, IPPC legislation and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Resin and Formalin Manager in day-to-day running of the Resin and Formalin Plants.
• Supervise and coordinate plant operators, assigning priorities to meet production demand.
• Troubleshoot routine production issues, breakdowns and batch recovery.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues, ensuring output stays within set control parameters.
• Develop and trial new resin recipes to solve MDF, PB and VITS production challenges and improve chemical consumption and efficiency.
• Organise and prioritise routine and breakdown maintenance with the Plant Manager.
• Maintain high standards of plant safety, housekeeping and compliance (COMAH, IPPC).
• Manage stock control, chemical ordering and month-end stock reporting.
• Support shutdown planning and execution.
• Liaise with external agencies; coach, train and appraise technicians and operators.

Skills

People management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Chemistry / Science / Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Siemens control systems

Batch control systems

Job description

Kronospan is seeking a loyal, conscientious and analytical professional to support the Resin and Formalin department. The role drives efficiency, quality and safety across the plant through supervision, process optimization and issue resolution.

Key responsibilities include overseeing operators, coordinating maintenance, ensuring COMAH/IPPC compliance, and developing resin recipes to improve efficiency and reduce consumption. A degree in Chemistry, Science or Engineering is required.