Team Leader, Laboratory, Esbjerg

Manufacturing & Production · Quality & Process · Quality Assurance · Quality Control

In short

As a Laboratory Team Lead in Esbjerg, you will manage and develop a laboratory team, driving projects focused on digitalization and automation to enhance efficiency and quality. This role involves daily operations, deviation handling, and collaborating with the QEHS Manager to ensure product release compliance.

Responsibilities

Daily management and development of a larger laboratory team
Drive large projects and lead the laboratory’s change journey with a strong focus on increased digitalization and automation
Deviation handling and release of finished goods
Ensuring optimal and rational operation of the laboratory, including coordination of external analyses
Collaborating with the QEHS Manager and Team to ensure quality-assured product release in accordance with regulations
Handling and processing customer complaints in cooperation with QEHS colleagues and lab specialists

Requirements

Forward-thinking professional with leadership experience and a passion for leading teams through change
Ability to engage and inspire others
Track record of driving change, especially within digitalization or automation projects
Ability to motivate people and foster a growth mindset
Basic proficiency in Danish and English
Strong organizational skills
Ability to approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset
Excellent interpersonal skills
Proactive attitude

Desired Qualifications

Laboratory experience, ideally including microbiology, is an advantage.

Benefits

Opportunity to join a passionate team at Esbjerg Dairy Center
Collaboration and willingness to embrace new ways of working
Commitment to professional development and promoting from within
Opportunity to drive meaningful change
Be part of a market leader producing nutritious household-favorite brands

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About Arla

We are more than 23,000 colleagues across 39 countries and 7,624 dairy farmer-owners in Denmark, Sweden, United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. We aim to create the future of dairy, to bring healthy and sustainable dairy products to people across the world, and to lead the transition towards sustainable dairy farming and production. We work continuously on the farms, at the dairies, and in our administration to reduce our carbon footprint and environmental impact. We are committed to champion good food habits and inspire a healthy life. We collaborate with NGOs and…

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