Supervisor manufacturing

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed

Job Description

Supervisor Manufacturing

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

How will you make an impact?

In Eindhoven, we develop, build and deliver innovative High End TEM microscopes. Together with your team you will be responsible to test and deliver our microscopes complete and on time! Our TEM microscopes take 9-12 months to build, align and test before they can be shipped out of our factory.

Your responsibilities

• Leading a team of ~15 System assembly Engineers in Manufacturing
• Daily shop floor management to assign resource, set priorities and report on system status
• Leading a multidisciplinary team to work on continuous improvements of products and Manufacturing processes
• Ensuring quality of products according to effective technical documents
• Responsible for people management of your team (target setting, performance review, development planning)
• Interact with R&D to support NPI introductions

To be Successful in this role you will have

Education & Experience

• HBO Level in engineering or business or an equivalent experience
• General understanding of mechanics, technical data and deviations, ability to analyse and interpret these topics
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in optimizing and improving production processes
• Experience in shop floor management by lean principles

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Pro-active, can-do mentality to get things done.
• If you hit a bad run, you’ll come up with a plan
• Able to keep up the pace of your team and be mindful of their wellbeing
• Good communicator on different levels in the organization and between departments.
• Fluent in English, Dutch nice to have
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Of course, we all know a list of job requirements is like a wish list. Are you the ideal candidate, but you do not match all requirements? We are happy to get to know you and to discuss a possible fit.

Our offer

• Direct contract with Thermo Fisher Scientific with a competitive salary, 13th month, holiday allowance and annual incentive bonus
• A flexible working hours arrangement
• Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing global employer
• Training and courses available via our Thermo Fisher University to continuously develop yourself
• Collaborative work in an international environment
• Strong Team Spirit and many company and team activities
• Very attractive 40 holidays a year
• This is a full-time position (40 hours). Working part-time is an option in case you’re available for at least 32 hours.

We welcome candidates that enjoy working in a diverse, multi-disciplinary, groundbreaking technology environment where personal development and team cooperation are key to success, to make the impossible possible for our customers.

Diversity in our teams is an important element to build an effective and challenging working environment. Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement are key values that we expect of all that are part of our community.

Our purpose is to empower our customers to build a world that is healthier, cleaner, and safer. See our colleagues share 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values, partnering to accelerate research, overcome complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:
Manage manufacturing operations with responsibility for safety, quality, delivery, and cost while supporting a culture of continuous improvement. Support and develop a team of manufacturing personnel to ensure consistent execution of production schedules, quality standards, and regulatory requirements in support of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

Manage day-to-day operations including production planning, workflow optimization, resource allocation, quality compliance, safety programs, and employee development. Collaborate with Planning, Quality, Engineering, and other departments to achieve operational excellence. Implement process improvements through Practical Process Improvement (PPI), Lean, and other methodologies while maintaining strict adherence to GMP, ISO, and safety standards.

Build effective teams through leadership, training, performance management, and career development. Create a positive work environment focused on safety, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Provide technical expertise and solutions for manufacturing processes while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Advanced Degree plus 3 years of manufacturing experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of manufacturing experience, with 2+ years in a supervisory/leadership role
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Science, Business or related technical field
• Experience in GMP/ISO regulated manufacturing environment preferred
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and develop talent through coaching, training and performance management
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision making capabilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate effectively across functions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and manufacturing software
• Experience managing production schedules, workflows, and resource planning
• Knowledge of safety regulations, quality systems, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment, including cleanroom conditions where required
• Physical requirements may include standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and wearing PPE
• Flexibility to work various shifts as business needs require