Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Laboratory Manager to lead our product testing laboratory at Nordborg. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the lab, including team leadership, task prioritization, budget responsibility and people development. You will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure high-quality, timely and cost-effective product testing aligned with business needs inside our product development environment.

Success Criteria for the role will be: Maintain a high level of team motivation, engagement, and technical competence & execute product testing activities according to plan and meeting quality expectations.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following.

Lead, organize, and develop a team of 10 testing experts. Foster teamwork and a cross-functional mindset across the organization. Ensure availability, maintenance and further investments of testing equipment and tools. Plan and execute product tests with a strong focus on quality and efficiency. Maintain open communication with test requesters and stakeholders. Monitor and report progress, address deviations and manage deliveries. Host regular team meetings and workshops following Danfoss guidelines. Promote a structured approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. Prioritize tasks balancing time, cost, and quality dimensions. Set clear goals for the team and track performance metrics. Background & Skills

The ideal candidate possesses these skills. 

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a technical field (mechanical or electrical preferred). Proven leadership experience in a cross-functional environment. Technical background in manufacturing or product testing. Hands-on experience with problem-solving methodologies and root cause analysis. Fluent in English (CET-6 or equivalent level). Danish language will be considered as advantage.

 

Personal Characteristics:

Strong leadership and networking capabilities. Collaborative team player with excellent organizational skills. Open-minded, good listener, and effective communicator. Persistent, quality-driven, and proactive in addressing challenges. Experience working in cross-cultural teams and/or multiple geographic locations. Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

Bonus systemPaid vacationFlexible working hoursPossibility to work remotelyPension planPersonal insuranceCommunication packageOpportunity to join Employee Resource GroupsState of the art virtual work environmentEmployee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.