New Operations Manager Stefan Huijser on board at TBK Group
In June Stefan Huijser (40) started his new challenge as operations manager at TBK Group. With an background in engineering and a lot of enthusiasm, Stefan is ready to take operational processes to the next level.
From submarine to vintage car
Stefan’s technical career started underwater, but now he feels perfectly at home in the world of bulk handling and industrial processes. With a broad smile, Stefan Huijser talks about his first weeks at TBK Group: ”I like it, nice people and a great atmosphere. The work is extremely varied, and that appeals to me a lot. My previous jobs were never boring either; it’s nice to feel a new challenge again. For instance, I worked for years at a company in gas detection for large car parks, technology for measuring exhaust gases and controlling ventilation systems. And before that, I spent 10 years on a submarine as a machinist. So the ’dirty work’ and tinkering is no stranger to me.”
When asked why he chose TBK Group, Stefan is clear: ”The match with director-owner Stan Egging and the company’s ambition appeal to me enormously. The large, imposing facilities and the knowledge present in this industry are also fascinating. I notice that the employees at TBK Group have become accustomed to the beautiful projects and therefore realise less how impressive the installations are. For instance, I witnessed the installation of gigantic sieves for gravel. I thought that was really worth a photo opportunity.”
Focus on digitisation and efficiency
In the coming period, Stefan plans to focus on a few spearheads: ”Digitisation of time registration is something we are going to pick up. In addition, my focus is on improving the warehouse and the planning of mechanics and equipment. These three points are the most important right now.” Stefan describes his leadership style as connecting and people-oriented: ”On the submarine, you had to be able to rely 100% on each other. I want to establish that team feeling here at TBK too. I am a people person and capable of getting people on board and making them enthusiastic. Very important in a transition phase that TBK Group is currently in.” Stefan views the future of TBK Group with confidence: ”The market is changing, raw materials are becoming scarcer and our industry is future-proof in this. Waste separation and recycling are becoming increasingly important.”
”Anders Invest” thought leadership
Meanwhile, Stefan is also familiar with the mindset of Anders Invest, which Stan Egging has chosen as a director. Anders Invest is the support partner for TBK Group to realise its growth ambitions. Anders Invest is different. They invest for the long term in Dutch industry. In the industry fund, SMEs from mainly the manufacturing industry find a place. They invest with their own resources and with money entrusted to them by third parties. In addition, Anders Invest operates with a long-term, hands-on and values-oriented focus.
Author: Cynthia Meijer, CM Communicatie
