Vlaardingen
40
25 vacation days and 13 ADV days
Market-competitive salary
Are you the operational leader who knows how to streamline processes, motivate people, and has a strong technical affinity? For our site in Vlaardingen, we are looking for an experienced Operations Manager who will take the day-to-day operations of Madern International B.V. and AJB Instrument B.V. to the next level.
What we are looking for:
You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree level, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or (Technical) Business Administration.
You have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within a technical engineering, machinery manufacturing, or production environment.
You have knowledge of financial management and are proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
You are fluent in both Dutch and English, spoken and written.
You are results-oriented, analytical, and an excellent communicator who can inspire and engage others.
You combine a hands-on leadership style with strategic insight and a keen focus on quality.
Why choose Madern?
At Madern International B.V. and AJB Instrument B.V., you will become part of a highly technical, internationally oriented environment where craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement are at the core of everything we do. As Operations Manager, you will play a key role with significant responsibility and the opportunity to shape and optimize the operation, within an organization strongly focused on operational excellence.
A challenging and diverse position within an international, high-tech organization.
Plenty of room for initiative, improvement projects, and innovation.
Close collaboration with experienced specialists across multiple disciplines.
Opportunities for training, professional growth, and personal development.
A competitive salary and benefits package aligned with your knowledge and experience.
Access to our on-site fitness facility and free fresh fruit.
25 vacation days and 13 ADV (reduction of working hours) days annually, in accordance with the Metal & Engineering Collective Labour Agreement (CAO Metaal & Techniek).
Your benefits with us:
Holidays
25 holidays, 13 advanced annual leave days, and the option to buy additional leave days annually.
Extra perks
Free fruit, an active social committee, and access to our in-house gym.
Hybrid working
You can work both at the office and from home.
About your role as a Operations Manager
As Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the Production, Work Preparation, Calculation, Planning, Procurement, Quality, and Logistics departments. You ensure that these departments operate as one well-coordinated and efficient organization, delivering excellence in quality, productivity, safety, and cost performance. As a member of the Operational Management Team, you contribute from a strategic perspective and translate business objectives into clear operational plans, taking ownership of execution and monitoring progress against agreed targets. You are a driver of continuous improvement, focusing on reducing lead times, increasing delivery reliability, lowering operational costs, and strengthening the company's safety culture. You coach and motivate team leaders and employees, conduct annual performance reviews, and embed a culture of continuous improvement as a fundamental part of the organization’s way of working.
Your responsibilities as a Operations Manager
Define the strategy for your departments in collaboration with the Managing Directors and Management Team, and translate this into a clear and actionable operational plan.
Set, monitor, and achieve KPIs, with a strong focus on quality, delivery performance, and cost efficiency.
Lead, coach, motivate, and evaluate team leaders and employees to drive high performance and engagement.
Ensure a safe, efficient, and well-organized working environment, promoting compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across processes, the quality management system, and cross-functional collaboration.
Manage and optimize the end-to-end supply chain, from supplier performance through to customer delivery.
Your responsibilities as a Operations Manager
Define the strategy for your departments in collaboration with the Managing Directors and Management Team, and translate this into a clear and actionable operational plan.
Set, monitor, and achieve KPIs, with a strong focus on quality, delivery performance, and cost efficiency.
Lead, coach, motivate, and evaluate team leaders and employees to drive high performance and engagement.
Ensure a safe, efficient, and well-organized working environment, promoting compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across processes, the quality management system, and cross-functional collaboration.
Manage and optimize the end-to-end supply chain, from supplier performance through to customer delivery.
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Want more information?
Please contact Eva
0615187413
Or take a look at our website madern.com to get an impression of our company, products and solutions and to get excited about what we do!
