Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Contract Type: Full-time
About Us
Kronospan is the world leader in the manufacturing of wood panel boards. Since 1897, we have been dedicated to “Wood Perfected,” continually innovating to stay at the forefront of the industry. Our production facility in Chirk, North Wales, has seen a £300m investment over the past three years, with an additional £200m investment planned for the near future.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Kronospan is looking for Mechanical Maintenance Technicians to join our rapidly expanding engineering team at our Chirk facility in North Wales. These are full-time, permanent roles offering competitive earnings of up to £52,000+ annually, including shift allowance, overtime, and bonuses.
We also offer relocation assistance (up to £8,000), Home Office Employer Sponsorship, and financial support for VISA applications.
Mechanical Technician Hours:
- Day Shift: 08:00 – 16:30 (Monday to Friday) or 07:00 – 17:00 (4 days, Monday to Friday)
- Shift Technician Hours: Full Continental 4 on, 4 off (06:00 – 18:00 & 18:00 – 06:00)
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide front-line maintenance support to specific areas of our industry-leading plants
- Lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Bring fresh ideas and question current processes: Can we improve this?
- Play a key role in planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance
Requirements
- Experienced in manufacturing maintenance
- Educated to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering
- A hands-on approach with a positive, ‘can-do’ attitude
- Ideal for ambitious, resilient, and driven individuals looking to advance their careers in a successful, multinational company
What We Offer
- Expected annual earnings between £42,000 – £55,000
- Exciting and challenging work
- Ongoing training, support, and career development
- The chance to work with and learn from industry-leading professionals committed to technical excellence
At Kronospan, we offer a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where your skills will grow while making a real impact. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.