Founded in 1869, Robinson Brothers Ltd is one of the UK's largest independent manufacturers of speciality organic chemicals, providing a comprehensive package of products and technical services across two distinct global market areas - fine chemicals and polymer chemicals. We offer a wide range of custom manufactured intermediates on a commercial scale from kilograms to multi-tonnes, all produced to the highest possible quality and environmental standards. We are committed to seeking innovative solutions to products and processes and have a proven track record for delivering right first time and on time.

We currently have a vacancy for a Shift Plant Manager. Reporting to the Deputy Cell Manager, you will control the production for a specific group of chemical manufacturing plants. You will ensure production and quality targets are met in a safe manner and take actions to ensure that the processes operate to budget. Providing production advice, you will be actively involved in maintaining plant operating efficiency, safety and environmental standards.  You will also be responsible for effective staff allocation, training and discipline.

To be successful you will ideally have a degree in Chemistry or Engineering, with some experience of line management in fine or pharmaceutical or polymer chemical manufacture.  You will need:

• excellent planning, communication and people skills
• An understanding of essential engineering requirements of a chemical plant is desirable, along with knowledge of quality and environmental management systems, manufacturing equipment control systems and COSHH in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• You will have a practical approach to problem-solving and a good eye for detail, with the ability to work under pressure.
•  IT literacy and commercial awareness are desirable skills.

This role will work a 4 on, 4 off pattern.  Working 10 hour shifts on days only, 08:00 – 18:00 hours, with 200 hours annual leave entitlement.  Public holidays for this role are Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day, all other public holidays are incorporated in the shift pattern.  Free life assurance cover and generous paid sick scheme (both after a qualifying period).  We also provide access to a stakeholder pension scheme, a voluntary employee medical cash benefit plan and an employee assistance programme.

Applications should be sent by email to [email protected] 

Please include a cover letter with your CV.

Interviews will be held as and when suitable applications are received. 

Please note, we can only accept applications from candidates who have the right to live and work in the UK.