Laurence Ashley
About Laurence Ashley
Laurence Ashley is a chartered chemical engineer and currently serves as the ICON Plant Manager at a titanium dioxide pigment plant in Greatham, England. With a background in chemical engineering and experience in various roles, he focuses on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Current Role as ICON Plant Manager
Laurence Ashley serves as the ICON Plant Manager, a position held since 2021 at a titanium dioxide pigment plant in Greatham, England. In this role, he emphasizes continuous improvement and operational excellence, ensuring the plant operates efficiently and safely. His responsibilities include overseeing plant operations, managing staff, and implementing strategies to enhance productivity and compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience in Engineering Roles
Before his current role, Laurence Ashley worked as a Plant Engineer from 2017 to 2019. He then transitioned to the position of Shutdown Delivery Manager for eight months in 2019-2020, where he focused on managing shutdown processes. Following this, he served as an ICON Process Technologist from 2020 to 2021, gaining valuable experience in process technology within the chemical engineering sector.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Laurence Ashley studied Chemical Engineering at The University of Manchester, where he completed his Master of Engineering (MEng) from 2010 to 2015. He is also a chartered chemical engineer, a designation that reflects his professional competence and commitment to the field of chemical engineering.
Expertise in Process Management
Laurence Ashley has extensive experience managing both batch and continuous process assets. His background in various engineering roles has equipped him with the skills necessary to optimize processes and enhance operational efficiency in complex manufacturing environments.