At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead chemical departments to boost efficiency and ensure quality across the plant.
- Company: Join Kronospan, the world leader in wood panel manufacturing.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, full-time hours, training, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Work Monday to Friday, with a focus on team building and performance management.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment with industry-leading professionals.
- Qualifications: Chemical Engineering degree and extensive experience in chemical production required.
The predicted salary is between 30708 - 40000 £ per year.
Chemical Plants Manager Contract Type
Full-Time 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 no more so than now.
As the world leader in the production of wood-based panel products, we are seeking a loyal, conscientious and analytical leader that will add real value to the plant.
Pushing the chemical departments forward to further increase efficiencies and levels of ability on site.
Job
Description: Overall responsibility for Formalin, Resin and site quality.
EHS performance across the whole department.
Lead the departments in achieving its targets.
Maximise the 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.
Communicating with regulators and other key stakeholders.
Qualifications: Extensive experience of chemical production and processes.
Operational experience of working under COMAH regulations and 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 be strong in character to issue instructions to others in order to carry out this role successfully.
Additional Information Just some of what we are able to offer includes: Attractive salary.
This is a full-time contract working 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Exciting and challenging work.
Continued training, support and career development.
The opportunity to work with and learn from, industry leading people who are committed to excellence.
When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.
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Chemical Plants Manager in London employer: Kronospan
Kronospan is an exceptional employer that values the growth and development of its employees, offering a competitive salary and ongoing training for the Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician role in Chirk. With a dynamic work culture that prioritises teamwork and innovation, employees are encouraged to enhance their skills while contributing to a leading manufacturing environment. The company's commitment to career advancement ensures that every team member has the opportunity to thrive and make a meaningful impact.
