Laboratory Technician - Battery Production in R&D Leiden| Full-time| On-site

LeydenJar; Noord-Holland; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

25 vacation days

Travel reimbursement (€0.25/km or NS"+

Job summary

LeydenJar Technologies is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support pre-pilot battery cell manufacturing. You will assist in production, data capture, and equipment maintenance, ensuring safe and efficient lab operations.

Ideal candidates have an HBO/MBO technical degree, strong English communication, and a hands-on, detail-oriented approach with a will to learn and improve lab processes.

Qualifications

• MBO/HBO degree in a technical field.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Experience in a production, quality, chemical, mechanical, or electrical lab is a plus.
• Knowledge of HSE practices in a lab or workshop environment is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and keen to learn new digital tools.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented and reliable in delivering on commitments.

Responsibilities

• Support the production and testing of next-generation battery cells.
• Capture and analyse production and test data.
• Maintain equipment and ensure efficient lab operations.
• Help create a safe, clean, and well-organised working environment.
• Manage materials and inventory to keep production running smoothly.
• Drive improvements in lab processes, safety, quality, and efficiency.

Education

MBO/HBO degree in a technical field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

At LeydenJar Technologies, we’re on a mission to redefine the future of energy storage. Our goal is to become the world’s innovation leader in advanced battery anodes, empowering the next generation of batteries that drive progress.

We are looking for a dedicated Laboratory Technician to support our pre-pilot battery cell manufacturing operations. If you enjoy hands‑on work with cutting‑edge equipment and take pride in precision and efficiency, this role is for you. You will become part of a young, international, and ambitious team driven to make a real impact toward a more sustainable future powered by clean energy.

What will you be doing?

• Support the production and testing of next‑generation battery cells.

• Capture and analyse production and test data.

• Maintain equipment and ensure efficient lab operations.

• Help create a safe, clean, and well‑organised working environment.

• Manage materials and inventory to keep production running smoothly.

• Drive improvements in lab processes, safety, quality, and efficiency.

What do you bring?

• MBO/HBO degree in a technical field.

• Strong communication skills in English.

• Experience in a production, quality, chemical, mechanical, or electrical lab is a plus.

• Knowledge of HSE practices in a lab or workshop environment is a plus.

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and keen to learn new digital tools.

• Hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and motivated to keep the lab safe, efficient, and continuously improving.

• Eager to learn, adaptable to change, and reliable in delivering on commitments.

Why LeydenJar?

Our culture empowers our mission a the tech frontier, bonding more energy to bring you to new places.

• Grow & own - you take ownership of your work and develop your career in a supportive environment.

• Great benefits - pension plan, 25 vacation days, and travel reimbursement (€0.25/km or NS Business Card).

• Continuous learning - access to online learning platform and opportunities for professional growth.

• Diverse & inclusive - Join an international team where every voice matters.

• Strong community - Enjoy team events, lunches, and celebrations that bring us together.

Are you ready to take on the challenge as a Laboratory Technician?

We aim to make our recruitment process as transparent and enjoyable as possible. Depending on the role, the process may include interviews, assessments, reference checks, and pre‑employment screening.

At LeydenJar we value diversity, and we provide equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, etc. If there are two or more applicants of equal suitability for a certain position, LeydenJar can under circumstances decide to select applicants based on positive discrimination in full compliance with all relevant and applicable law.