Team Lead, Manufacturing Operators | Team Leader (w/m/d) Manufacturing Operators

Thermo Fisher Scientific GmbH

Wuppertal, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Oct 14, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is for a dedicated Team Lead responsible for the technical and disciplinary management of a manufacturing production team at the Wuppertal site. The primary focus is ensuring a smooth production flow across multiple manufacturing and processing areas while achieving stringent targets in Quality, Productivity, Service, and EHS (Environment, Health & Safety). Day-to-day tasks include personnel planning, development, and qualification, monitoring and optimizing processes and machinery parameters, conducting detailed shift handovers, and analyzing production KPIs to derive corrective actions. The successful candidate will foster strong teamwork, participate in process optimization projects, and ensure strict adherence to safety, cleanliness, and regulatory standards, including GMP and Cleanroom protocols. This position offers excellent growth prospects within a global leader focused on advancing science and improving public health.

Required Skills

Education

Master Craftsman certification (Chemical or Technical Industry) or equivalent qualification.

Experience

  • Several years of experience in personnel leadership
  • Professional experience in EHS and Quality Assurance Systems
  • Professional experience in monitoring and optimizing production processes

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Rotational shift work required. Must adhere to strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Cleanroom protocols. Work involves exposure to loud noise and handling hazardous/toxic materials. Permanent contract based in Wuppertal.