Group Leader High-Tech Assembly Eindhoven

Xelvin; Eindhoven; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym access

Free lunch & dinner

iPhone and laptop provided

Career development plan

Job summary

Xelvin is recruiting a Group Leader for High-Tech Assembly in Eindhoven. You will lead Team Leaders across multiple shifts, oversee 30–120 operators and 8–12 support staff, and partner with engineering, planning and quality to meet safety, quality and productivity targets.

The role demands a hands-on leadership style, strong analytical skills, and excellent English. You will promote 5S and continuous improvement while shaping a high-performance production culture.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of leadership experience in production/manufacturing.
• Experience leading Team Leaders/shift leaders or similar second-line roles.
• Bachelor or Master degree in technical/industrial engineering or equivalent.
• Proven ability to develop people and create accountability.
• Strong hands-on mentality with direct floor involvement.
• Excellent English communication and stakeholder interaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead Team Leaders for 30–120 operators across shifts; directly manage 8–12 in support functions.
• Coordinate with work preparation, service engineering, quality and first-line support.
• Translate targets into clear departmental plans and priorities.
• Monitor progress and adjust activities to meet output targets.
• Report performance, risks and progress to the Operations Manager.
• Drive 5S, continuous improvement and safety on the production floor.

Skills

Leadership

People development

Communication

Analytical skills

English

Education

Bachelor/Master in technical/industrial engineering

Job description

##### Job added on: 22 October 2026## Group Leader High-Tech Assembly EindhovenApplyAll jobsGroup Leader High-Tech Assembly EindhovenShare this jobJob descriptionAre you an experienced leader with a passion for technology, people management and high-tech manufacturing? Do you have the ability to develop team leaders, improve production processes and bring different departments together to achieve operational excellence? Then this could be an interesting opportunity for you.For our client in Eindhoven, we are looking for a Group Leader High -Tech Assembly. In this role, you are responsible for the performance and development of a production department focused on the assembly of complex technical products. You lead through Team Leaders and work closely with supporting departments to ensure that production targets are achieved safely, efficiently and with the required quality.You will play a key role in connecting people, planning, engineering support and quality. By creating clear priorities, developing your team leaders and driving continuous improvement, you contribute to the performance and future development of the department.**What will you do?**As Group Leader High Complex Assembly, you are responsible for the overall performance of your department. You lead Team Leaders who manage approximately 30 to 120 operators across different shifts. In addition, you directly manage 8 to 12 employees in supporting functions.Your responsibilities include:* Leading, coaching and developing Team Leaders, ensuring accountability for safety, quality, productivity and continuous improvement.* Managing supporting functions, including work preparation, service engineering, Technical and First Line Support, and quality.* Translating operational targets into clear departmental plans and priorities.* Monitoring production progress and adjusting activities through your Team Leaders to achieve the required output.* Managing daily operations and reporting performance, progress and potential risks to the Operations Manager.* Optimizing the allocation of personnel, machines and materials in cooperation with the shop floor planner.* Conducting performance and development reviews and supporting the professional growth of Team Leaders and support staff.* Driving structural quality improvements together with the quality department and strengthening quality awareness throughout the organization.* Promoting 5S, continuous improvement and efficient ways of working on the production floor.* Contributing to recruitment, employee development, performance management and absence-related matters within your area of responsibility.* Identifying recurring operational challenges and implementing sustainable solutions that improve safety, quality and productivity.This is a broad leadership role in which you combine strategic oversight with a visible presence on the production floor. You empower your Team Leaders to take ownership while ensuring that the entire department works towards shared objectives.Job requirements* At least 5 years of experience in a leadership role within a production or manufacturing environment.* Experience leading Team Leaders, Shift Leaders or employees in a comparable second-line management position is highly desirable.* A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a technical or industrial engineering field, or an equivalent level gained through experience.* Demonstrated ability to lead through other leaders, develop people and create accountability.* A hands-on mentality and the willingness to address operational challenges directly on the production floor.* Strong analytical skills and the ability to use production data to improve departmental performance.* Confidence in making decisions, setting priorities and taking responsibility for results.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect production teams and supporting departments.* A strong understanding of quality processes and their importance in a high-complexity assembly environment.* The ability to recognize individual strengths and use them effectively within a team.* A continuous improvement mindset, with a focus on structural solutions rather than temporary fixes.* Excellent command of the English language.Experience in high-tech manufacturing, complex assembly, mechatronics or machine building is a strong advantage.Job conditions* A gross monthly salary between €4,500 and €6,500, depending on experience, excluding holiday allowance.* 25 vacation days per year.* Extra ADV days or paid ADV days to increase your salary.* A strong focus on personal development, supported by a tailored growth and learning plan.* Extensive career opportunities across different functions and projects.* A young, entrepreneurial and innovative working environment where initiative is encouraged.* Free access to the gym and free lunch and dinner* An iPhone, laptop and other necessary tools to perform your role effectively.* The opportunity to make a significant impact on the performance and development of a high-tech production organization.Company profileOur client is a high-tech company based in the Eindhoven region that develops and manufactures advanced technologies for a wide range of industries, including semiconductor manufacturing, medical technology, energy and mobility.By combining engineering, electronics and manufacturing expertise, the company develops innovative solutions that help address major technological and societal challenges. Its technologies contribute to advances in areas such as medical imaging, energy efficiency and the reduction of air pollution.Within the organization, engineering and manufacturing teams work closely together to transform complex technical challenges into reliable, high-quality products. A strong focus on innovation, teamwork, quality and continuous improvement creates an environment in which employees can contribute to meaningful technological developments.Niels Kloostra Managing Consultant+31 (0)6 30 75 46 66 [e-mail]