Assembly Team Lead – High-Tech Manufacturing

Frencken; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Frencken Netherlands in Eindhoven is seeking a Team Leader Assembly Volume to guide a team of approximately 20 assembly colleagues within our production department. You will ensure targets are met while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and delivery.

You will lead, coach, and coordinate daily activities, support workload planning, and promote Lean and 6S practices to improve efficiency and teamwork.

Qualifications

• MBO Level 4 education or equivalent, preferably in a technical or business-related field.
• A technical background, for example in mechanical, electromechanical, or mechatronic assembly.
• At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or high-tech production environment.
• Experience leading, coaching, coordinating, or mentoring colleagues is a strong advantage.
• Ambition to further develop your leadership skills and help others grow.
• A proactive, structured, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong communication skills in both Dutch and English.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and effective under pressure.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or 6S principles is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of assembly operators to achieve production goals.
• Create and maintain a safe, structured, and positive working environment.
• Coordinate daily production activities and support effective workload planning.
• Ensure products are assembled according to quality standards and delivered on time.
• Monitor team performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work in accordance with procedures, work instructions, and 6S principles.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Contribute ideas that enhance efficiency, productivity, and teamwork.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

MBO Level 4 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Frencken Netherlands in Eindhoven is seeking a Team Leader Assembly Volume to guide a team of approximately 20 assembly colleagues within our production department. You will ensure targets are met while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and delivery.

You will lead, coach, and coordinate daily activities, support workload planning, and promote Lean and 6S practices to improve efficiency and teamwork.