Operations Controller, Breda, Noord-Brabant

Company Our client is a large, regulated manufacturing organisation with complex site projects and strict standards for health, safety and compliance. The environment is hands-on and operational, with multiple internal stakeholders and external contractors working together to deliver safe, high-quality project outcomes. Job Description We are looking for a Construction Safety Manager to shape and embed health & safety standards across a major site project. The Project Health & Safety Lead will ensure that safety requirements are built into the full project lifecycle—from design and engineering through construction, commissioning and handover—while driving a strong safety culture across employees and contractors. Responsibilities - Develop and maintain the project Health & Safety strategy, plans, standards and procedures. - Translate corporate standards and legal requirements into clear, practical site rules. - Act as the health & safety subject matter expert for the project team and advise project leadership. - Integrate H&S requirements into design, engineering, construction, commissioning and operational readiness activities. - Lead project risk assessments, task risk assessments and safety reviews. - Set up and maintain site safety procedures, work instructions and permit-to-work practices. - Define and monitor contractor safety requirements, ensuring consistent compliance on site. - Verify critical safety programs such as LOTO, confined space entry, working at heights, electrical safety and lifting operations (and ATEX requirements where applicable). - Ensure emergency response arrangements are in place, tested and maintained. - Provide visible safety leadership through site inspections, audits, safety walks and behavioural observations. - Lead investigations into incidents, near misses, unsafe conditions and non-conformities, ensuring robust root cause analysis and follow-up actions. - Track and report health & safety performance, KPIs and leading indicators; identify trends and recommend improvements. - Support internal and external audits and engage with external authorities and stakeholders where required. - Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement throughout the project. Requirements - Strong experience in Health & Safety / EHS leadership within project environments (engineering, construction, commissioning). - Solid knowledge of risk assessment methods and practical site safety controls. - Proven experience managing contractor safety and implementing safe systems of work (including permit-to-work). - Hands-on exposure to critical safety topics such as LOTO, confined space, working at heights, electrical safety and lifting operations. - Able to investigate incidents and near misses, complete root cause analysis and drive corrective/preventive actions. - Confident communicator who can influence multiple stakeholders and coach teams on safe behaviours. - Comfortable working on-site and being visible in the field. -Temporary Full-Time Contract (1 year) Other Information The Construction Safety Manager role is based on-site in the Cuijk/Haps area. The selection process may include interviews and a review of relevant project experience and safety leadership examples. If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

Company Our client is a leading, innovation-driven organization operating in a highly regulated environment. They focus on improving processes, strengthening operational performance, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across teams through structured problem-solving and change initiatives. Job Description For this assignment, we are looking for an Operational Excellence Engineer to support the introduction of new processes and/or products and to drive measurable improvements across operations. The role combines hands-on investigation work with project leadership, using Lean Six Sigma and change management principles to solve issues, prevent recurrence, and improve the way teams work. Responsibilities - Support process and product transfers, helping to introduce and embed new ways of working. Lead and/or contribute to cross-functional investigations related to issues, deviations, or performance gaps. - Define, coordinate, and follow up on corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to prevent problems from returning. - Identify and prioritize process improvement opportunities in technical and business processes. - Initiate and coordinate improvements to processes, systems, and behaviors, ensuring changes are adopted effectively. - Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to drive data-based decisions and deliver sustainable improvements. - Lead improvement projects, facilitate kaizen activities, and coach stakeholders/sponsors to ensure the right tools are used effectively. - Work independently with moderate direction, acting as a knowledgeable partner to multiple stakeholders. Requirements - Proven experience in process engineering / process improvement in an operational environment. - Strong track record in problem solving, investigations, and CAPA. - Practical experience with Lean Six Sigma tools and continuous improvement methods (certification is a plus). - Confidence in leading projects and working with cross-functional teams. - Strong communication skills and the ability to influence others through change. - Comfortable working in a data-driven way and managing multiple priorities. Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

Company: A leading organization committed to maintaining the highest standards of health and safety across complex projects. The company emphasizes a strong safety culture, compliance with legal and industry standards, and continuous improvement in safety practices to protect its workforce and stakeholders. Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated Health & Safety Manager to lead the development, implementation, and management of Health & Safety policies on a major project. This role is vital in ensuring all activities adhere to safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies, fostering a proactive safety culture across all project phases. Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain the project's health and safety strategy, standards, and procedures, aligning them with corporate policies and regulations. - Serve as the main H&S expert within the project team, providing guidance to leadership. - Integrate safety requirements into project design, engineering, construction, commissioning, and operational activities. - Lead risk assessments, safety reviews, and establish work permit systems. - Oversee contractor safety management, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and standards. - Conduct site inspections, safety audits, and behavioral observations to monitor safety performance. - Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, leading root cause analysis and corrective actions. - Promote a safety-first mindset through training, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns. - Coordinate safety audits, inspections, and external regulatory reviews, ensuring timely resolution of issues. - Monitor safety performance through KPIs, report findings, and recommend improvements. - Collaborate with stakeholders, including project teams, regulators, and external auditors, to maintain safety standards. - Drive continuous safety improvements and share lessons learned across the organization. Requirements: - Proven experience in health and safety management, ideally within complex or large-scale projects. - Strong understanding of safety legislation, standards, and best practices. - Experience with risk assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations. - Excellent communication and leadership skills to influence a safety culture. - Ability to work effectively across multiple teams and external partners. Other Information: If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

Financial Business Partner – Belfeld About the Company For our client, an international organization within the manufacturing industry, we are looking for a Financial Business Partner. You will work from the production site in Belfeld, closely collaborating with the Plant Management Team and the central Operations Control team. The organization is continuously focused on improving processes, efficiency, and financial performance. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to international projects, including ERP implementations and the further standardization of operational processes. About the Position As a Financial Business Partner, you will act as the financial sparring partner for the Plant Management Team in Belfeld and Venlo. You will translate financial data into clear insights and concrete actions, helping the organization improve costs, efficiency, and overall performance. Responsibilities Act as a financial sparring partner for Plant Management in Belfeld and Venlo Analyze and improve operational KPIs, including productivity, efficiency, yield, and costs Monitor and optimize standard costs and margins Perform variance analyses, including volume, mix, price, and efficiency Support and challenge CapEx investments and business cases Actively contribute to ERP implementations and IT transformation projects Promote process improvement and standardization within Operations Participate in group-wide improvement initiatives Translate financial insights into concrete recommendations and actions Requirements Experience as a Financial Business Partner, Controller, Plant Controller, or in a similar financial role SAP experience is required Strong analytical and numerical skills Ability to translate financial data into practical business insights Experience within a manufacturing or operations environment is a strong advantage Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Structured, proactive, and able to maintain a clear overview Immediately available Available for 24–40 hours per week Willing and able to work on-site in Belfeld

About the company Our client is an international organisation active in the Personal Care and Beauty & Wellbeing sector. You will join a dynamic commercial environment where you work closely with customers and different internal teams. The organisation offers a professional and collaborative environment where you can develop your commercial and account management skills. About the position As an Account Manager, you will support the Key Account Manager in managing several customer relationships. You will be responsible for coordinating promotional activities, checking pricing information and keeping a clear overview of different customers, activities and deadlines. This is a great opportunity for someone who is at the beginning of their commercial career and wants to develop within account management. The position is based on a hybrid working model, with around 3 days per week in the office and 2 days flexible. Responsibilities Coordinate and plan promotional activities with customers. Ensure promotions are correctly entered into the relevant systems. Maintain and check price lists and pricing information. Use Excel to check and analyse commercial data. Prepare presentations and reports using PowerPoint. Maintain contact with customers and internal stakeholders. Work closely with teams such as Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain and Operations. Keep a clear overview of multiple customers, activities and deadlines. Follow up on agreements and actions. Support product launches and other commercial activities. Visit customers approximately once per month or quarter. Requirements Fluent or native Dutch is required. Strong organisational and planning skills. Able to maintain an overview and work independently. Commercially minded and customer-focused. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Accurate and detail-oriented, especially when working with prices and data. Good knowledge of Excel. Comfortable creating presentations in PowerPoint. Experience with promotional planning is important. Motivated, proactive and eager to learn. Previous experience in the same industry is not required; the right skills and mindset are more important. Junior candidates and candidates with relevant internship experience are welcome to apply.

About the Company Our client is a leading pharmaceutical organization operating in a highly regulated GMP environment, with a strong focus on quality, compliance, and reliable manufacturing and technical operations. Role Description As a QA Validation Specialist, you will provide quality assurance support and oversight for equipment, automation and information systems validation, quality risk management, and technical changes. You will act as a QA subject matter expert, reviewing and approving validation and change control documentation while ensuring compliance with GMP, Annex 11, Part 11 and relevant regulatory requirements. The role combines quality engineering, risk management, validation, and close collaboration with Engineering, Operations, IT and other QA functions. Key Responsibilities Provide QA support and oversight for equipment, automation and IS validation. Review and approve validation documentation in line with GMP and regulatory requirements. Provide QA guidance to Operations and technical teams regarding quality policies and procedures. Support quality engineering, testing strategies and quality investigations. Represent QA in Quality Risk Management (QRM) activities, including FMEA and risk assessments. Review and approve technical changes to equipment and Maintenance & Engineering procedures. Perform final QA review of technical change controls and coordinate input from relevant QA areas. Manage QA responsibilities related to devices and combination products where applicable. Ensure compliance with computerized systems requirements, including Annex 11 and 21 CFR Part 11. Support and review CAPAs, nonconformances and quality-related activities. Requirements At least 5 years of experience in a GMP environment. Proven experience with equipment and automation validation. Strong knowledge of GMP, IS validation and computer compliance. Experience with FMEA and other risk management tools. Experience with statistical tools for activities such as sampling plans and hypothesis testing. Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is preferred. Experience with nonconformances, CAPAs and Change Control is preferred. Strong analytical, decision-making and risk-based problem-solving skills. Excellent communication, documentation and writing skills.

The Company A leading international dairy manufacturing organization with a strong presence in consumer food production. The company operates large scale manufacturing facilities and focuses on operational excellence, supply chain optimization, sustainability, and continuous improvement. Employees work in a collaborative environment where innovation and efficiency are highly valued. Role Description We are looking for an experienced Material Planner to support a busy production facility during a period of significant operational change. This six month interim assignment combines material planning responsibilities with project support across supplier transitions, production line changes, system improvements, and operational initiatives. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the availability of packaging materials, ingredients, and chemicals required for uninterrupted production while supporting multiple critical projects within the business. Responsibilities - Manage operational material planning for packaging materials, ingredients, and chemicals - Create and maintain planning schedules across short term, medium term, and long term horizons - Optimize material availability while balancing demand forecasts, inventory levels, supplier constraints, and production requirements - Monitor stock levels and proactively mitigate supply risks - Identify and resolve planning bottlenecks and operational challenges - Coordinate closely with suppliers, procurement, production, and supply chain teams - Support supplier onboarding and supplier transition activities - Participate in production improvement, supply chain, and system implementation projects - Contribute to new product introductions and operational change initiatives - Drive continuous improvement of planning processes and procedures - Act as a key point of contact for stakeholders across the factory and central support functions Requirements - Minimum 3 years of experience in planning, preferably material planning or MRP planning - HBO or WO level education, or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Operations - Experience within manufacturing, production, logistics, or supply chain environments - FMCG or food industry experience is preferred - Knowledge of material planning systems such as SAP ECC, SAP APO, OMP, or similar platforms - Strong stakeholder management and supplier communication skills - Excellent organizational and prioritization abilities - Strong analytical and problem solving skills - High attention to detail and accuracy - Ability to thrive in a dynamic and changing environment - Hands on mentality and proactive approach - Fluent Dutch language skills are mandatory - English language skills are an advantage Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me

Company A leading manufacturing organization committed to operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. The company values collaboration and strategic thinking to drive business success globally. Job Description We are seeking a proactive and experienced Financial Business Partner to support our plant operations in Belfeld and Venlo. In this role, you will be the key financial advisor for the plant management teams, translating financial insights into actionable strategies. You will play a vital role in optimizing costs, efficiency, and performance while contributing to international projects like ERP implementations and streamlining operational processes. Responsibilities - Act as the primary financial sparring partner for plant management in Belfeld and Venlo. - Analyze and improve operational KPIs such as productivity, efficiency, yield, and costs. - Monitor and optimise standard cost prices and profit margins. - Conduct variance analyses, including volume, mix, price, and efficiency comparisons. - Support and challenge CapEx investments and business cases. - Contribute to ERP implementation projects and IT transformation initiatives. - Drive process improvements and promote standardisation within operations. - Participate in company-wide improvement initiatives. Requirements - Proven experience in finance within a manufacturing or production environment. - Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into strategic insights. - Experience with SAP is a must. - Ability to work independently and proactively. - Availability to start immediately. - Flexible working hours, 24-40 hours per week. Other Information This is a temporary role with potential for permanent placement once the right candidate is found. If the candidate excels, they may be offered a permanent contract and be integrated into the team. Work location is in Belfeld. If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

Over het bedrijf Onze opdrachtgever is een internationale farmaceutische organisatie die actief is binnen een sterk gereguleerde omgeving, met een sterke focus op productkwaliteit, compliance en continue verbetering binnen productie- en kwaliteitsprocessen. Functieomschrijving Als QA Officer ondersteun je diverse Quality Assurance-activiteiten binnen een GMP-gereguleerde farmaceutische of biotechomgeving. Je draagt bij aan het behandelen van afwijkingen en CAPA's, root cause investigations, validatie- en kwalificatieactiviteiten en het beoordelen van kwaliteitsdocumentatie. Je werkt nauwkeurig volgens vastgestelde kwaliteitssystemen en schakelt effectief met verschillende interne en cross-functionele stakeholders. Belangrijkste verantwoordelijkheden Ondersteunen bij het behandelen en onderzoeken van GMP-afwijkingen. Bijdragen aan het opstellen, implementeren en opvolgen van CAPA's. Ondersteunen van root cause investigations met passende onderzoeksmethodieken. Deelnemen aan validatie- en kwalificatieactiviteiten. Beoordelen van GMP-documentatie op juistheid en compliance. Ondersteunen van Quality Assurance-activiteiten binnen farmaceutische of biotechproductie. Samenwerken met verschillende afdelingen rondom kwaliteits- en compliancevraagstukken. Zorgdragen voor een correcte en volledige documentatie van kwaliteitsactiviteiten. Functie-eisen Een relevante bacheloropleiding of gelijkwaardig niveau binnen een wetenschappelijke, farmaceutische of technische richting. Aantoonbare ervaring binnen een GMP-gereguleerde Sterke ervaring met deviations, CAPA's en root cause investigations. Ervaring met validatie en kwalificatie. Ervaring met het beoordelen van GMP-documentatie. Goede kennis van GMP-principes en kwaliteitssystemen. Vloeiende beheersing van Nederlands en Engels, zowel mondeling als schriftelijk.

Company Our client is a well-established organization in the consumer goods sector with a strong focus on customer service, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The team works closely across commercial and supply chain functions to deliver reliable, efficient, and future-ready supply chain solutions for customers in the Netherlands. Job Description We are looking for a  Supply Chain Account Manager to act as the supply chain point of contact for key customers in the Netherlands. In this role, the Customer Supply Chain Account Manager connects customer needs with end-to-end supply chain capabilities, drives performance improvements, and ensures strong collaboration between internal stakeholders and external partners. The focus is on service performance, cost efficiency, sustainability, and continuous improvement, using data-driven insights to support decisions. Responsibilities - Act as the main supply chain contact for assigned customers and build strong, professional relationships. - Translate customer needs and objectives into clear, customer-focused supply chain action plans. - Monitor and report customer-level logistics performance, using insights to drive fact-based improvements. - Lead and coordinate improvement initiatives with internal teams such as Sales, Customer Care, Supply Chain, and other relevant stakeholders. - Align operational execution across order management, returns, complaints, and service communication. - Identify risks and bottlenecks, propose solutions, and ensure follow-through with the right stakeholders. - Support broader optimization and change initiatives that improve efficiency, service levels, sustainability, and ways of working. - Contribute to defining and maintaining logistics-related agreements and frameworks with customers. Requirements - University degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field. - At least 5 years of relevant supply chain experience (ideally within FMCG or retail). - Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, including warehousing and forecasting. - Solid knowledge of Power BI and performance reporting. - Strong communication and relationship management skills with the ability to work with multiple stakeholders. - Fluent in Dutch and English. - Customer-focused, analytical, results-driven, and able to work effectively in a team environment. - Temporary Full time Contract (Until June 2027) Other Information This is an opportunity for a proactive professional who can quickly build relationships, understand stakeholder priorities, and drive improvements in a dynamic environment. If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.