Job Category
Production
Salary
€2.700,- to €3.600,-
Education
MBO
Hours
40 hours
Job Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience leading teams in a production or logistics environment;
- Able to read and understand technical drawings;
- Knowledge of woodwork is a plus, but technical insight is important;
- Familiarity with Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement tools;
- Fluent in English, both spoken and written;
- You’re available full-time (40 hrs/week) and able to work in 2 shifts;
- Living in the Netherlands and available to work on-site.
Soft Skills
- Initiative: You spot improvement opportunities and take action;
- Result-Oriented: You focus on meeting production goals and efficiency;
- Quality-Oriented: You ensure high standards in safety and product quality;
- Coaching: You support and develop your team members;
- Leadership: You lead by example and adapt your approach to what your team needs.
Job description
Are you a production talent with a strong drive to manage and guide a team? Do you want to make real impact in a high-tech and continuously improving environment? Then this opportunity in our Wood department might be the perfect fit for you!
In this role you manage a team of 15-25 colleagues within the Wood department. You ensure that work is done safely, efficiently, and in line with our quality standards. You report to the Team Leader, Johan, and act as his backup when needed. You play a crucial role in building a strong and motivated team culture while keeping a sharp focus on production KPIs and process improvement.
You are the first point of contact for your team. You take the lead in the daily operation and represent the team when the Teamleader is not available. This is a 2-shift position, alternating weekly between early and late shifts.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and implement Lean and 5S improvements on the work floor;
- Coach team members on safety, process efficiency, and quality standards;
- Maintain structure and discipline in daily work routines;
- Lead daily stand-ups and shift handovers;
- Create and manage staff planning together with the Teamleader;
- Support the growth of your team through training and evaluations;
- Keep accurate records and coordinate with other departments;
- Ensure a safe work environment and promote continuous improvement;
- Act as a key player in increasing efficiency and proto-build optimization.
Your team
Our Wood department consists of motivated professionals who work on complex packaging solutions. With a strong focus on proto-building and optimization, we need a Shiftleader who can balance operational control with people development. You’ll work closely with another Shiftleader and the Teamleader, Johan. Together you’ll drive improvement and ensure that our high-quality standards are met.
Within our organization we work together with colleagues from various countries and cultures, which creates a dynamic and inspiring working atmosphere. We work closely together and learn from each other, with everyone being given the space to contribute ideas and contribute to process improvements. The atmosphere is informal, open and solution-oriented. We value good communication and sharing knowledge, which allows everyone to quickly feel at home and effectively contribute to our joint success. We combine the advantages of a multinational company with the culture of a family business.

Your benefits
Working at HQ Pack means being part of a strongly growing worldwide operating organization called HQ Group. Despite its strong international character and over 800 colleagues in the Netherlands, the organization is characterized by its informal character and short communication lines. Within our organization, you will get the opportunity to further develop yourself both personally and professionally. We attach great value to a collegial and pleasant working atmosphere. Naturally, we will provide you with the resources you need to perform this job well. We have our own employment conditions package and offer, collective pension, Bicycle plan, travel allowance and the possibility for 5 extra days off.
About HQ Group
HQ Group belongs to the worldwide top in the field of High-Tech packaging and tooling. We develop, clean, produce and manage the logistic flow of packaging for high-quality industrial products. Very fragile, valuable parts get the protection they need during transport all over the world. Our strength lies in the total solution. We do not only develop client-specific packaging materials, but take care of the entire process.

Procedure
Apply
Selection
Job Interview
Reference check
2nd Job Interview
Contract offer
Onboarding