Lab and Cleanroom Manager
About Us
QuantWare is the world's leading manufacturer of superconducting quantum hardware. As a hyper-growth scale-up with a global customer base, our mission is to accelerate the advent of the quantum computer. We push the boundaries of what's possible in our field. We work on making the world’s largest quantum processors as fast as possible.
At QuantWare, we’re not just producing quantum hardware for the hyperscalers of tomorrow; we’re working on technology that will change the world. To make that ambition a reality, we need exceptional people who drive real impact. That’s where you come in.
As our Lab and Cleanroom Manager, you are the operational backbone of our expansion. You will be "building the plane while flying", helping to design and commission our new state-of-the-art facilities while ensuring our current labs remain 100% operational and productive.
This is a highly hands-on role where you balance long-term infrastructure strategy with the daily grit of a scale-up: from coordinating complex waste removal and chemical procurement to optimizing floor space for incoming tools. You’ll be the person who ensures that when our researchers walk in, the environment is safe, the supplies are stocked, and the path to innovation is clear.
What you'll be doing
Master the Daily Operations: Take a hands-on approach to lab health, including ordering and maintaining inventory of chemicals/supplies, managing specialized waste streams, coordinating industrial cleaning and utility services , and physically reconfiguring spaces to accommodate new tools.
Drive Operational Excellence: Roll out industry-standard cleanroom best practices, moving beyond mere policy to influence real-world behavior and measurable improvements in a high-pressure scale-up environment.
Safety Leadership & Compliance: Coordinate the RI&E (Risk Inventory & Evaluation) and action plans for non-routine activities, machine safety and hazardous materials, ensuring we stay fully compliant with all regulatory requirements, participate in internal audits and facilitate external audits and inspections.
Culture & Training: Build a proactive culture of safety among international teams of "smart creatives," providing the necessary training and "stick and carrot" reinforcement to ensure discipline.
Process Integration: Support R&D and Operations by performing risk assessments for new materials or tools, finding safe and pragmatic ways to implement high-risk processes safely.
Your Profile
Industrial Expertise: Several years of experience managing labs or cleanrooms in an industrial setting, with deep knowledge of machines and chemicals (experience in a semiconductor scale-up is a significant advantage).
The "Scale-up" Spirit: You thrive in fast-paced environments where you need to be "strict when needed, loose when possible," and you aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves for hands-on tasks.
Influencing Skills: You can effectively manage and influence a diverse, international team of young academics and engineers, balancing their need for speed with the necessity of safety.
Operational Precision: Highly organized with a proven track record in procurement, waste management, and facility maintenance within high-tech or cleanroom environments.
Problem Solver: You have a "get it done" attitude, able to find creative solutions for space constraints, logistics bottlenecks, and safety challenges during rapid growth.
What We Offer:
At QuantWare, you’ll be part of a high-performing team of world-class experts in an ambitious, fast-moving environment. From day one, you’ll have the trust, tools, and support to do your best work. Here’s what you can expect:
Competitive salary - A competitive monthly salary, plus an 8% annual holiday bonus paid out each May
Pension that’s built to last - A future-proof pension plan that includes partner and dependent coverage. QuantWare covers 63% of the premium
Flexibility built on trust - We focus on outcomes. Work flexibly, in a hybrid setup, with an open vacation policy that lets you manage your time
Relocation support - If you’re moving to the Netherlands, we’ll make the transition seamless. We cover visa support, temporary housing in most cases, and help securing the 30% tax benefit for eligible candidates.
Personal growth - We invest in your L&D, with a budget available to each team member, dependent on their individual ambitions, development needs, and performance
A focus on well-being - We support your physical and mental energy through wellness initiatives that help you recharge and stay sharp
A connected team - We make space to celebrate wins together, with team events, offsites, and spontaneous moments that bring us closer
Financial clarity - Through our partnership with Equip, you’ll get tools and expert guidance to help you understand and optimise your total compensation
Diversity & Inclusion at QuantWare
At QuantWare, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. We believe that varied perspectives drive better decisions, foster innovation, and strengthen our work.
If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You might bring a unique perspective or skill set that makes you a great fit for our team.
As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening.