Lab Manager | English C2

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and guide a team of over 20 production employees at our leading bio-manufacturing facility.
• Supervise production staff, addressing employee relations proactively, including coaching and performance management.
• Ensure effective training and cross-training programs for employees.
• Create and implement strategies to boost productivity and production efficiency.
• Lead initiatives for process improvements, share best practices, and drive continuous improvement projects.
• Manage manufacturing, quality, safety, logistics, and other operational activities.
• Ensure throughput, quality, cost, and safety metrics are met or exceeded.
• Collaborate closely with Quality Control to ensure consistent adherence to standards.
• Engage effectively with all departments to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Uphold health and safety standards according to company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Lead or participate in internal projects to ensure timely execution and achievement of deliverables.
• Prepare, track, and manage the operations and maintenance budgets.
• Maintain thorough documentation and provide accurate, detailed reports of all plant activities.
• Assess staffing needs, work with HR to ensure appropriate staffing levels, and conduct interviews.

Requirements:

Requirements

• Proficiency in English C2 level.
• You must have your own transport to the laboratory (maximum 1h from Harfsen) as public transport is not an option in this area
• Residency within the Netherlands is a prerequisite, as well living within commutable range to Harfsen.
• You'll need to be available for rotating 12-hour shifts, showcasing your flexibility and dedication.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field is highly preferred.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally in biotech manufacturing.
• Strong skills in conflict resolution, excellent communication, and proven leadership abilities.
• Proven capability to optimize production and manage costs through continuous improvement, inventory control, and other manufacturing tools.
• Experience with Kaizen, LEAN, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies is preferred.
• Consistently exhibit company values and behaviors in daily work.
• Maintain professional communication with coworkers, internal and external customers, and vendors.
• Show flexibility in job responsibilities and strive to be an effective team member.
• Commit to skill advancement and display a willingness to embrace future development opportunities.
• Actively participate in company training sessions to enhance relevant skills.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the company’s business and the role of the department within the company.

Salary Benefits:

What do we offer:

• 1st contract through Undutchables. Afterwards you will get a direct contract.
• 1 week free training
• Travel allowance
• 25 Vacation days
• Standard office hours
• Salary: 25€ / hour

Our client is a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK and listed on the London Stock Exchange. With revenues of around £500 million, they have a presence in over 70 countries, with a global workforce of approximately 3,200 employees. Our client partners with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future.