Chris Britton

Chris Britton is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in health and safety management across various industries. Currently serving as Senior Global Director of Health and Safety at ALKEGEN since January 2022, Chris oversees the development and deployment of global health and safety strategies across 60 manufacturing sites. Previously held roles include Senior Global Director of Health and Safety and Global Director of Health and Safety at Unifrax I LLC, where responsibilities spanned 34 sites, and Global Operational Excellence Director, focusing on the Lean/Continuous Improvement program across 24 sites. Chris's experience also includes leadership positions at Saint-Gobain, British Gypsum, where responsibilities included managing a large workforce and operations with significant revenue generation. Chris began a career in maintenance and engineering with UK Coal Mining Ltd, transitioning to roles that emphasized operational excellence and continuous improvement. Educational qualifications include a BA Hons in Business Management from the University of Central Lancashire and additional studies at the University of Leeds.