Chemical Plants ManagerContract Type: Full-TimeAbout UsKronospan 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.Main Duties and Responsibilities: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.Requirements:Extensive experience of chemical production and processes.Operational experience of working under COMAH regulation