Teamleader Production, Enschede

Do you enjoy bringing structure to a dynamic environment? Can you lead a production team while still being willing to roll up your sleeves when needed? We'd love to have you!

Who is Xsens Xsens is a leading full‑stack provider of sensors, software, and analytics that enable the digitization of movement. Xsens serves the entertainment, health&sports, and automation&mobility markets. Our innovations enable our customers to capitalize on the value of movement by transforming data into meaningful and actionable insights. Partnering with leading global brands such as Electronic Arts, EPIC Games, 20th Century Studios, Netflix, Toyota, Siemens, and over 1000 sports organizations/research centers/universities, Xsens is creating extraordinary outcomes that move humanity forward. Xsens is a portfolio company of Francisco Partners. Visit to learn more.

Your role as Team Leader Production at Xsens As our Team Leader Production, you are the central point of our production operations. You make sure our products are produced and shipped on time, in the right quantities, and to the right specifications by planning smartly, coordinating effectively, and stepping in hands‑on where it counts.

You will be part of the Operations Team alongside the Customer Service Team and Planner/Buyer, and report directly to the Operations Director. You will be based at our office in Enschede, the Netherlands.

Key challenges:

Day‑to‑day leadership of the production team (4 Production Operators), including coaching, training and performance management

Maintaining and improving production procedures and processes

Inventory management and coordinating incoming and outgoing goods

Quality assurance and RMA processing

Driving process implementation and continuous improvement

You will also act as back‑up for our Production Operators and Planner/Buyer, so you stay close to the operational heartbeat of the team.

Xsens is looking for an experienced Team Leader Production. Someone who thrives in an environment where your proactive approach to problem solving is highly appreciated. You have:

3+ years relevant experience in an international (high) tech environment

Proven leadership capabilities

Experience with ERP systems, MRP and/or other planning methodologies

Experience with ISO methodologies

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills

Strong understanding of complex information and requirements

Good communication skills in both English and Dutch

Working at Xsens We value ingenious ideas, no matter where they come from. We believe diverse thoughts, voices, and backgrounds make us stronger as a company. We know that it is through collaboration with people from all walks of life that we make the most positive impact as an organization.

Join Xsens’ innovative, ambitious, and international team, where your ideas and talents make an impact. Along with a competitive compensation package, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your well‑being and help you thrive.

28 paid vacation days with an option to buy, sell, or carry over days, giving you flexibility to manage your time off as appropriate to your situation

Tax perks for your sports memberships and bicycle purchase; so staying active is easier than ever.

Flexible working hours and the option to work from home, helping you balance life and work

Paid volunteer time: Through our partnership with Stichting Present, you have the opportunity to give back to the community during office hours

Our partnership with Equip gives you on‑demand access to a dedicated financial planner who provides clear guidance and a concrete plan for wealth building, pensions, and major life events.

Enjoy company social events as well as fun, informal activities organized by our staff association. From movie nights and sports clinics to cooking classes and LAN parties, there’s always something happening to connect and have fun

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