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Thermo Fisher ScientificPosted 2 weeks ago

Team Leader

On-siteTilburg, North Brabant, The Netherlands

Full TimeDoctorate Or Professional DegreeLarge

Job Summary

Guide and develop a high-performing team while coordinating department activities across shifts to meet production schedules and equipment efficiency requirements. Ensure strict adherence to cGMP standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance while managing daily production activities, conducting performance reviews, and providing coaching. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize workflows and maintain optimal cost-benefit ratios by collaborating with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance functions. This role requires managing teams of 5-15 people, working rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays, and maintaining physical ability to stand for extended periods in cleanroom environments.

Required Qualifications

  • Advanced Degree, no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience
  • Leadership experience managing teams of 5-15 people
  • Strong knowledge of cGMP, ISO standards and quality management systems
  • Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities
  • Advanced knowledge of manufacturing documentation and batch record requirements
  • Proficiency with manufacturing execution systems and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for leading teams and interfacing with stakeholders
  • Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays as needed
  • Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs
  • Professional proficiency in English
  • Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
  • Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed

Desired Qualifications

  • Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or related technical field
  • IOSH Managing Safely certification
  • Lean Six Sigma certification (Yellow Belt or higher)
  • Fluency (conversational level) in Dutch

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