Quality Assurance Specialist (Senior Level), Haarlem, Noord-Holland

Company Our client is a global, innovation-driven life sciences organization that supports clinical trials worldwide. The Breda site plays a critical role in ensuring investigational medicines are labelled, packaged, and prepared accurately and safely for patients, working to strict quality standards in a regulated environment. Job Description For our client in Breda, we are looking for a Clinical Packaging & Labelling Operator (GMP) to join a dedicated team responsible for manual labelling, packaging, and assembly activities for clinical trial materials. The role is hands-on and detail-focused, with work carried out mainly at room temperature and occasionally in cold-room conditions (2–8°C). Accuracy, teamwork, and flexibility are essential. Responsibilities - Execute manual clinical labelling and packaging activities according to SOPs and quality guidelines - Work with trial-specific configurations, ensuring every packaging step is performed correctly and documented properly - Support packaging operations in both room temperature and cold-room environments when required - Take ownership of daily tasks and results within their working area, focusing on right-first-time execution - Escalate issues when necessary and contribute to smooth, compliant operations - Complete all assigned trainings in line with the training plan and required timelines - Carry out batch-related logistics activities linked to packaging operations - Actively look for improvements and efficiency opportunities in processes and ways of working Requirements - Experience in a manual packaging environment (preferably within pharma or another GMP/GDP-regulated setting) - Comfortable working in a strongly regulated quality environment with a high level of documentation and precision - Quality- and performance-driven, with a proactive and learning-oriented mindset - Strong team player with clear communication skills - Able to work accurately, efficiently, and stay effective when priorities change - Experience with SAP and/or MES is an advantage Other Information This is an on-site role based in Breda, Netherlands, working in a collaborative day-shift team environment where careful handling and attention to detail directly supports clinical trial patients. 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 fast-paced manufacturing organisation with multiple production sites and a strong focus on reliable supply and efficient operations. The planning team works closely with plant stakeholders to ensure customer demand is translated into a realistic, high-quality production plan. Job Description We are looking for a Central Supply Planning Specialist to provide interim support within a central planning team. The Central Supply Planning Specialist will own the weekly supply planning for several production sites and will translate demand into a practical production plan, balancing high customer service levels with efficient factory output. Responsibilities - Own the weekly planning cycle for multiple production plants (typically 3–5 sites). - Translate demand into weekly production plans and align these with plant capabilities and constraints. - Review prior-week production performance and convert learnings into updated weekly planning buckets. - Switch comfortably between short-term operational priorities and mid-term planning horizons (weeks up to roughly a year ahead). - Challenge and align with plant stakeholders to reach the best possible plan and drive clarity in decision-making. - Support continuous improvement in planning ways of working, reporting, and data  quality where needed. -  Temporary Full-Time Contract (4 Months) - (1-2 days Remote) Requirements - HBO degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Administration. - 1–5 years of relevant planning experience (junior to mid-level). - Strong data skills and Excel capability. - Comfortable communicating with and challenging stakeholders to reach the best supply plan. - Fluent in Dutch and English. - Experience with Slim4 (SlimStock) is a plus. Other Information The role is based on-site and requires close collaboration with the central planning team and plant contacts. If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

Company: A leading organization in the manufacturing sector, dedicated to delivering high-quality products to its customers. The company values efficiency, innovation, and a data-driven approach to supply chain management. Job Description: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Supply chain Coordinator to join our client's team on an interim basis. The successful candidate will oversee the weekly production planning for multiple manufacturing plants, ensuring a seamless balance between customer service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities: - Manage the weekly planning process for 3–5 manufacturing plants - Translate customer demand into actionable production plans - Evaluate last week’s production results to inform future scheduling - Develop weekly production schedules covering several weeks to up to a year ahead - Switch between short-term and mid-term planning as needed to optimize factory output - Collaborate directly with plant contacts, challenging assumptions when necessary to improve supply plans - Ensure production aligns with demand, balancing service levels with manufacturing efficiency Requirements: - Strong data skills and proficiency in Excel, experience with Slim4 or SlimStock is a plus - HBO degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field - 1 to 5 years of relevant experience in supply chain planning or logistics Critical thinking skills, confident in debating and challenging production assumptions - Fluency in Dutch and English Other Information: If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

The Company A global food and dairy organization operating across multiple international markets. The business focuses on delivering high quality food products while maintaining strong compliance, quality, and regulatory standards throughout the product lifecycle. The organization works closely with customers in a Business to Business environment and emphasizes innovation, product development, sustainability, and food safety compliance. Role description As a Regulatory Affairs Specialist, you will ensure compliance of food products, labels, packaging, and business processes with international food legislation and customer requirements. You will act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders across Quality, Research and Development, Supply Chain, Sales, and Marketing. This position combines regulatory expertise, business partnering, and project support, helping the organization translate complex legislation into practical business actions while supporting innovation and market expansion. Responsibilities Monitor global food legislation, regulatory developments, and industry standards Assess compliance risks and business impact of legislative changes Review and approve product labels, packaging artwork, and marketing claims Support innovation and product development projects from concept to launch Conduct regulatory impact assessments for ingredients, products, and packaging changes Advise internal stakeholders on food regulations and compliance requirements Support market expansion activities by evaluating regulatory requirements in different countries Investigate compliance issues and develop practical corrective solutions Develop and improve regulatory policies, guidelines, and internal processes Deliver regulatory training and awareness sessions to business teams Collaborate with international regulatory affairs colleagues Act as a subject matter expert in areas such as packaging, sustainability, contaminants, nutrition, and food claims Respond to regulatory and compliance questions from customers Support manufacturing transfer and cost reduction projects from a regulatory perspective Requirements Minimum 5 years of Regulatory Affairs experience Strong experience within the dairy industry Experience working in a Business to Business environment Degree in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, Nutrition, Quality, or a related field Deep understanding of European and international food legislation Experience reviewing labels, claims, and packaging compliance Strong risk assessment and problem solving skills Ability to translate legislation into practical business actions Experience working in cross functional project teams Excellent stakeholder management skills Strong communication skills in English German language skills are advantageous Able to work independently with minimal supervision Experience supporting commercial and innovation projects Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

The Company A leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organization operating within a highly regulated GMP environment. The site focuses on production excellence, continuous improvement, and strategic capital investments to support production expansion, process optimization, and the introduction of new products. About the Role  We are seeking an experienced CAPEX Project Manager to lead complex capital investment projects at a pharmaceutical manufacturing site. This role is responsible for managing projects from concept through completion, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, quality, safety, and schedule requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders to deliver strategic business objectives and operational improvements. Responsibilities - Lead end to end CAPEX projects including production expansions, equipment replacement, process improvements, and new product introductions - Develop project plans including scope, timelines, budgets, resources, and risk assessments - Manage multidisciplinary teams across Engineering, Quality, Safety, Maintenance, Procurement, Finance, and Operations - Coordinate feasibility studies, conceptual designs, project definitions, and investment proposals - Monitor project progress and ensure achievement of project objectives and deliverables - Manage project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies - Oversee construction, installation, commissioning, startup, qualification, and validation activities - Ensure compliance with GMP requirements, safety standards, and quality expectations - Maintain effective communication with project sponsors, management teams, contractors, suppliers, and external partners - Track project performance through KPIs and provide regular project updates and reporting - Manage project budgets and resource allocation to ensure efficient project delivery - Ensure complete project handover including documentation, maintenance packages, and operator training - Support continuous improvement initiatives and project management best practices Requirements - HBO level education or equivalent working and thinking level - Technical education preferred - Fluent in Dutch and English both written and spoken - Minimum 4 years of experience managing industrial implementation projects - Proven experience delivering CAPEX or technical investment projects - Experience managing complex project budgets, schedules, and resources - Experience within pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, or other regulated industries is preferred - Knowledge of GMP environments, qualification, and validation activities - Strong stakeholder management and communication skills - Strong leadership and team management capabilities - Analytical mindset with excellent problem solving skills - Proactive, independent, and results driven approach - Strong quality and safety awareness - Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Other Information 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 global organization committed to serving patients through innovative biotechnological solutions. They foster a values-driven culture that emphasizes purpose, growth, and continuous development. The company offers a collaborative environment with challenging projects and opportunities for career advancement. The Facilities and Engineering department manages utility systems and asset lifecycle at their Breda site, supporting operations through focused maintenance and project initiatives. Job Description We are seeking an experienced Utility Systems Engineer to take ownership of key utility systems on-site. In this role, you'll be responsible for maintaining and optimizing the performance of critical infrastructure, including cooling, HVAC, and compressed air systems. You will work closely with a dedicated team of engineers, providing technical support, overseeing maintenance activities, and contributing to projects aimed at ensuring the site’s readiness for future growth. Responsibilities -Serve as the owner of utility systems, including chillers, HVAC, and compressed air, overseeing their lifecycle management. -Support and troubleshoot unplanned maintenance issues, advising the service provider as needed. -Contribute to maintenance improvement initiatives and optimize scheduled maintenance tasks. -Lead reviews of maintenance plans, including root cause analyses and development of corrective actions. -Co-develop and implement maintenance strategies, including preventive and predictive tasks, defining responsibilities and means. -Identify common failure modes and lead initiatives to reduce repetitive issues. -Manage the Computerized Maintenance Management System (Maximo), ensuring accurate data and updates (nice to have). -Collaborate with project managers and senior engineers on system design, installation, and upgrade projects, ensuring they meet schedule, budget, and quality standards. Requirements -Degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience. -Some experience with low voltage electrical systems and installations (NEN 3140) is preferred but not mandatory. -Basic knowledge of utilities and building management systems (HVAC, sprinkler systems, storage systems). -Flexibility to participate in a call-out rota (24/7 support, 1-2 times per month). -Fluency in both English and Dutch, in speaking and writing. Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.    

Company Overview Our client is a leading organization specializing in the production of high-quality pharmaceutical products. Operating within a highly regulated environment, they focus on delivering excellence in manufacturing and packaging through strict adherence to GMP standards and quality protocols. Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Process operator to join the team in Breda. This role involves executing manual production and packaging activities within a controlled environment, ensuring consistent, accurate, and compliant operations in line with GMP standards. Responsibilities -Carry out manual production tasks according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) -Perform packaging activities following established guidelines -Conduct in-process quality checks to ensure product standards -Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including batch records and logs, in compliance with GMP requirements -Identify, report, and support resolution of deviations or quality issues, participating in problem-solving -meetings with QA and Production teams -Set up and close down production lines as required -Perform routine cleaning activities on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis -Ensure the workspace remains safe, compliant, and organized -Execute repetitive manual tasks with precision and reliability -Collaborate effectively with team members to maintain smooth production flow Requirements -Minimum experience in a similar production or manufacturing role -Fluent in English -Comfortable working in a highly structured environment with strict adherence to procedures -Willing to commute to Breda -Open to working in a 2-shift OR 3 shifts system -Able to perform repetitive manual tasks with concentration and accuracy Other Information 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 well-established organisation within the process industry, operating a modern production environment with a strong focus on quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. The site has a professional logistics and planning function that supports day-to-day operations while also preparing for upcoming system and process changes. Job Description We are looking for a SAP Planning & Logistics Key User to strengthen the planning and logistics support function at the client’s site in Lochem. In this role, the SAP Planning & Logistics Key User combines strong planning know-how with deep ERP system expertise and acts as a go-to person for complex questions and issues. The focus is on supporting colleagues, improving processes, and ensuring stable operations during a period of high workload and upcoming changes. Responsibilities - Act as key user for the ERP environment, with a strong focus on SAP and warehouse/manufacturing planning processes. - Provide hands-on support to planning and logistics colleagues on complex system and process-related questions. - Troubleshoot issues, analyse root causes, and help implement sustainable improvements. - Support the planning and logistics function with operational topics and challenges as needed. - Serve as back-up for the Planning & Logistics Manager when required. - Step in as back-up for production scheduling activities when needed. - Contribute to preparing, testing, and documenting processes and work instructions in collaboration with the team and site stakeholders. - Communicate clearly with different stakeholders across the organisation and support a structured way of working. Requirements - HBO/WO working and thinking level (e.g., Logistics, (Technical) Business Administration, Supply Chain or similar). - Strong and proven SAP experience at key-user / expert level (able to go beyond executing transactions and understand how processes and transactions work). - Experience with warehouse and manufacturing planning processes; experience with SAP Extended Warehouse Management and planning tools is a strong advantage. - Analytical mindset and able to solve operational/logistics issues in a pragmatic way. - Flexible, stress-resistant, and a team player with strong communication skills. - Comfortable working on-site in Lochem and supporting a production environment. - Good command of both Dutch and English. - Temporary Full-Time Contract (8 Months) Other Information The role is based on-site in Lochem and involves close collaboration with planning, logistics, and site stakeholders. The selection process consists of one interview (online or on-site, depending on availability and preference). If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

Company Our client is an international, innovation-driven organization with a strong focus on research and development. The business operates in a regulated environment and works with cross-functional teams across multiple regions to develop, validate, and improve packaging solutions. Collaboration, quality, and consumer safety are central to everything they do. Job Description For our client, we are looking for a Packaging Compliance Specialist to strengthen the packaging food contact compliance capability within an R&D environment. The Packaging Compliance & Specifications Specialist supports global stakeholders by ensuring packaging materials and related documentation meet internal standards and applicable regulations, helping to safeguard product and consumer safety. This role is based in Wageningen and works closely with packaging development, quality, regulatory, procurement, and supplier management teams. Responsibilities - Review, assess, and finalise packaging compliance documentation in line with internal standards and regulatory requirements. - Advise and support project teams and stakeholders on packaging compliance topics during development and change activities. - Respond to packaging and food safety/compliance questions from internal stakeholders and external customers. - Assess packaging materials against relevant compliance requirements (including substances of concern and market-specific rules) and document outcomes clearly. - Maintain and improve global packaging compliance data and documentation, supporting consistent ways of working. - Support compliance checks related to Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and contribute to PPWR-focused initiatives. - Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement within the compliance function. Requirements - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Material Science, Chemistry, Packaging, Food Science/Technology, or similar). - Several years of relevant experience in food contact materials regulation and packaging compliance. - Strong knowledge of European packaging and food contact legislation; familiarity with PPWR is a plus. - Experience with compliance and risk assessments and managing technical/compliance documentation (e.g., Declarations of Compliance). Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders in an international environment; strong communication skills and fluent English. - Experience with specification management systems (SAP PLM is an advantage). - Proactive, accurate, analytical, and hands-on working style. Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

The company Our client is a leading international organisation involved in the manufacturing, packaging, storage, and distribution of medicines worldwide. The organisation operates in a highly regulated environment, with a strong focus on safety, quality, compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Role Description As a Technical Production Operator – Automated Manufacturing, you will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and optimising automated production systems in a GMP-regulated environment. You will combine technical expertise with operational discipline to maintain equipment performance, ensure product quality, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities • Operate and monitor automated production equipment and manufacturing lines. • Perform equipment set-ups, changeovers, line cleaning, and line clearances in accordance with established procedures. • Troubleshoot process disturbances and take appropriate action to restore production performance. • Maintain production equipment and perform minor mechanical adjustments where required. • Document and verify production data accurately using SAP and/or MES systems. • Support deviation management and participate in production and quality triage activities. • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and structured problem-solving methodologies. • Ensure production processes are performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with GMP and quality requirements. • Adjust mechanical and process parameters to optimise equipment and production performance. • Perform root cause analysis using methodologies such as RCA and 5WHY. Requirement • MBO or equivalent technical education. • Proven experience in an automated production environment, preferably within assembly, labelling, packaging, or similar manufacturing operations. • Strong technical, mechanical, and analytical skills. • Experience with structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis methodologies, such as RCA and 5WHY. • Experience working in a highly regulated manufacturing environment; GMP experience is preferred. • Familiarity with SAP and/or MES systems. • Strong sense of ownership with a structured and quality-driven approach to work. • Fluent in English, both written and spoken. • Willingness and flexibility to work in 3-shift and 5-shift operations. Other information Looking for a new opportunity in automated manufacturing? Well, it's right here! If you're interested, please click the below button to apply for the job.