JOB DESCRIPTION

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to ‘Feeding the Future’ through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions.
We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Operations Laboratory Manager to lead one of our two Operational Laboratory teams. As an Operations Laboratory Manager, you will be at the forefront of laboratory operations, leading a team of skilled laboratory technicians and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, reliable analytical services to our internal and external customers. You’ll oversee the planning and execution of daily lab operations while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• BSc or MSc degree in life sciences, analytical/biological chemistry or a related field.
• At least 5 years of operational lab experience, including 2+ years in a managerial role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as Chromatography and ICP
• Fluent in both Dutch and English communication.
• Systematic, accurate, and highly collaborative
• Comfortable working with new digital tools and systems.
• Proactive, self-driven, and results oriented.

• Coordinate and supervise lab activities to ensure timely and accurate test results.
• Manage outsourcing decisions to optimize costs and turnaround time.
• Lead, coach, and support the daily work of lab technicians.
• Set clear expectations, provide training, and nurture a high-performance culture.
• Work closely with analysts and department leads to resolve challenges and meet evolving support needs.
• Implement and uphold SOPs in line with regulatory standards (GLP, ISO).
• Monitor key performance indicators and handle operational escalations.
• Collect feedback and lead initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Drive optimization and innovation of lab processes and technologies.
• Develop and validate new analytical methods to improve efficiency.
• Ensure optimal planning of lab resources to meet workload fluctuations.