Chemical Plants Manager
Kronospan · Chirk, United Kingdom · full-time · On site · September 15, 2026
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Job Description
- Hold overall responsibility for Formalin, Resin production and site quality
- Own EHS performance across the department
- Lead the department in achieving its production and quality targets
- Maximise process availability through structured maintenance programmes, agreed with the maintenance function
- Ensure efficient utilisation of the process through close coordination with the Planning department
- Manage and develop your teams through competency development and effective performance management
- Build team capability through structured training, coaching and motivation
- Manage staffing to ensure resources meet production requirements
- Control departmental costs, including energy consumption and maintenance budgets
- Act as the key point of contact for regulators and other stakeholders
Qualifications
What we're looking for:
Essential
- Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or similar
- Proven experience of chemical production and processes
- Operational experience working under COMAH regulations, with a sound understanding of process safety principles
- Proven ability to lead, direct and hold teams to account, with strong, confident leadership
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve issues quickly and efficiently
- Ability to perform consistently and make sound decisions under pressure
Additional Information
What we offer:
- Competitive remuneration package including work-based pension
- Full time contract, Monday-Friday 42.5 hrs/week
- Exciting and challenging work at the heart of a world-leading manufacturing site
- Continued training, professional development and opportunities for career progression
- The opportunity to work with and contribute to an international network of plant managers and technologists, sharing best practice and improvement initiatives
To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering letter outlining your interest in the role.
Ref: LI-AM2
- Employer
- Kronospan
- Location
- Chirk, United Kingdom · On site
- Contract
- full-time