PATL Manager v Česko

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About Us:

We are one of the world’s leading manufacturers of collagen products for the food industry. We supply high quality edible films and coatings to over 1,000 customers in more than 100 countries, delivering our purpose of Creating the Added Layer of Value’. Used by customers in the production of a wide variety of sausage and meat products, our aspirations reach beyond our current products and services, and appeal to our natural curiosity to improve what we do.

As a global organisation, we currently employ around 2,000 people spanning the Americas, UK/EMEA and Asia-Pacific regions. We offer careers in research and development, science and food technology, manufacturing and supply chain operations, engineering, sales, and a range of other business support functions. We are always seeking talented people to join the amazing colleagues we have, to keep growing our business.

Our mission is to sustainably utilize technology and biomaterial science-based solutions, to delight our customers. We are a business committed to the pursuit of better. The constant pursuit of what’s next, what’s needed, what’s possible.

About the Role:

This is a managerial role responsible for the overall operation of the Product Application Testing Laboratory. The main purpose is to ensure a safe, efficient and high-quality operation, lead and develop the team, and establish processes that support business needs and global collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure highest level of occupational H&S in PATL
• Lead team of technicians and technologists
• Ensure team is trained according to the latest standards
• Ensure adherence to all national and company safety/hygiene regulations and procedures.
• Setup workflows and processes
• Coordinate global collaboration
• Provide raw materials needed for testing
• Keep inventory records
• Process documents for remuneration of employees
• Coordinating repairs to the PATL building
• Ensure PATL equipment and processes are always market-relevant
• Planning and co-ordination of daily activities within the Product Kitchen
• Lead training for internal stakeholders including Operations, Sales and Product Development

About You:

Skills: 

• People leadership and team management skills
• Ability to design and improve processes and efficiency
• Combination of operational and strategic thinking
• Strong communication and training capabilities
• Strong organizational and coordination skills
• English – advanced level

Knowledge:

Solid knowledge of H&S, quality, and compliance standards

Experience:

Experience in production / meat processing / lab environment in the food industry is a must

What’s Next:

If this sounds like a role that you would be interested in, then we would love to hear from you. Apply with a copy of your CV.

Please note this is a Direct Search led by Devro.

Applications from agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.

Closing Date: 10th December 2026

*Please note, closing dates are subject to change and, at time of high volume of applications, this may be brought forward.

Equality and diversity at Devro:

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive working environment in which all employees are respected and supported regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or social background. We expressly welcome applications from people with a wide range of perspectives and experiences. Our goal is to ensure equal opportunities and actively combat discrimination – both in the application process and in everyday working life.