Quality Engineer - Manufacturing, Groningen, Groningen

The Company A global life sciences organization committed to improving health outcomes through a broad portfolio of healthcare products. Operating in a highly regulated environment, the company focuses on strengthening its global supply chain, managing supplier risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving operational excellence. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Senior Specialist, Supplier Resiliency & Policy Compliance to lead and strengthen the organization's Third Party Resilience program. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, assessing, monitoring, and mitigating supplier-related risks across the global supply chain. You will work closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Risk Management, and Internal Audit teams to ensure suppliers remain resilient, procurement policies are followed, and potential supply chain disruptions are identified and addressed proactively. Key Responsibilities Lead and enhance the Third Party Resilience program, ensuring supplier risks are identified, assessed, monitored, and mitigated. Develop and maintain supplier risk assessment methodologies, scoring models, and scorecards, including product risk assessments and mitigation plans. Drive N-Tier supplier mapping to improve supply chain visibility and identify potential supplier disruptions. Manage Procurement Policy Compliance and Internal Control System (ICS) assessments, ensuring adherence to global procurement policies and procedures. Oversee supplier regulatory compliance activities related to REACH, SCIP, and Conflict Minerals, including assessments and reporting. Maintain supplier risk dashboards, compliance reports, policies, and SOPs while supporting audits, stakeholder training, and cross-functional collaboration. Requirements Proven experience in Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) and Supplier Risk Management. Strong understanding of Supply Chain Resilience and supplier risk mitigation. Experience developing supplier risk assessment methodologies, scoring models, and scorecards. Knowledge of N-Tier Supply Chain Mapping and product risk assessments. Experience working with Integrated Risk Management (IRM) frameworks. Understanding of procurement compliance, governance, and policy management. Experience with Internal Control System (ICS) assessments. Knowledge of supplier compliance regulations such as REACH, SCIP, and Conflict Minerals. Experience working within global Procurement or Supply Chain organizations. Experience supporting internal and external audits. Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills. Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills. Ability to develop training materials and deliver awareness sessions. 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 pharmaceutical manufacturing organization focused on delivering high quality healthcare products within a highly regulated GMP environment. The company invests heavily in engineering excellence, validation, compliance, and continuous improvement to support complex manufacturing operations and ensure product quality and patient safety. About the Role The Commissioning Qualification Validation Engineer will support engineering and validation projects within a GMP manufacturing environment. This role focuses on developing and executing commissioning, qualification, and validation strategies for secondary packaging systems and computerized systems. The successful candidate will work independently while collaborating with project teams to ensure technical solutions comply with validation requirements, internal procedures, and regulatory standards. Responsibilities Develop and update validation documentation Lead commissioning, qualification, and validation activities for manufacturing systems. Support validation lifecycle activities from design through implementation and qualification. Provide technical validation guidance to project teams. Ensure project deliverables comply with GMP requirements and internal procedures. Drive execution of validation strategies for secondary packaging equipment and computerized systems. Coordinate testing activities and review validation outcomes. Support additional projects and tasks assigned by management. Requirements Experience with Assembly and Secondary Packaging equipment qualification. Experience with Print and Inspection Systems such as Systech and Cognex. Minimum 3 years of hands on Commissioning, Qualification and Validation experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing. Experience in Computerized Systems Validation. Experience in CQV and HVAC CSV environments. Strong understanding of validation documentation and document hierarchy. Experience working within GMP regulated environments. Ability to work independently with limited supervision. Strong technical writing skills in English. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities. Ability to prioritize activities and manage multiple project deliverables. 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, international FMCG manufacturing organisation with a complex supply network. The environment is fast-moving and highly collaborative, with strong focus on customer service, inventory optimisation, product freshness, and continuous improvement across end-to-end supply chain operations. Job Description  We are looking for a Short-Term Supply Network Planner to manage finished goods availability for a defined portfolio across multiple markets and supply locations. This role is central to creating feasible plans, resolving supply/demand exceptions, and coordinating with key stakeholders to protect service levels while balancing cost, inventory, and freshness requirements. Responsibilities - Maintain accurate short-term production plans and communicate updates to factory scheduling teams in a timely way - Own short-term finished goods availability across the assigned portfolio (including semi-finished products where relevant) - Manage product deployments within the assigned supply network based on market needs and stock availability - Identify and resolve exceptions in the 0–12 week horizon (demand vs. supply imbalances), including root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions - Escalate capacity and material supply risks through the relevant planning governance - Run scenario planning and adjust plans based on constraints such as demand sensing inputs, material availability, stock positions, expiry, allocation rules, and priorities - Monitor service level and inventory exceptions; drive replenishment actions within the distribution network - Follow up on holds, shipments, and past-due elements that impact availability for designated products - Propose inventory rebalancing options (e.g., between warehouses) to improve service and reduce aged stock risk - Support decisions around non-performing inventory movements - Contribute to planning for seasonal activities, activity management, and new product launches - Track, analyse, and report relevant performance metrics to support improvements in cash, cost, and customer service - Own supply-related case fill rate root cause analysis and prevention actions - Support master data set-up and accuracy (including periodic audits) for product, production, and network planning data - Provide back-up support for other planners when needed Requirements - Higher professional education or university degree, ideally with a Supply Chain background - Experience in production planning, short-term planning/S&OE, or supply network planning within a complex environment - Strong analytical skills, including scenario evaluation and structured problem solving - Strong communication skills and confidence working with multiple stakeholders across markets and sites - Fluent English; Dutch is a plus - Comfortable working in a hybrid model with regular on-site collaboration Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.  

Company  The client is an innovative biopharmaceutical manufacturing organisation working in a highly regulated environment. They deliver critical therapies and operate to strict safety, quality and compliance standards. The site is fast-paced and project-driven, with ongoing investments in equipment, facilities and utilities to support manufacturing operations. Job Description For this Project Manager (BioPharma Engineering) (Capital Projects) position, we are looking for an organised, proactive professional to lead small to medium-sized engineering investment projects on a manufacturing site in the Netherlands. The Project Manager (BioPharma Engineering) (Capital Projects) will manage projects from early definition and feasibility through design, construction and final handover, ensuring delivery meets safety, quality, cost and schedule expectations. Responsibilities - Lead engineering capital projects across equipment, facilities and utilities from definition through handover - Run feasibility studies and translate needs into clear technical scopes and project proposals - Create and execute project plans, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and external partners - Supervise construction and technical execution activities, keeping delivery on track - Align with stakeholders across engineering, operations and project sponsors to support business case development and approvals - Communicate project progress, risks and issues to cross-functional and leadership teams; escalate and drive resolution when needed - Ensure solutions fit site standards and applicable industry requirements - Lead project risk analysis and mitigation planning throughout the project lifecycle - Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned sessions and practical follow-up actions - Prepare and deliver project presentations to support effective phase transitions and stakeholder alignment Requirements  - BSc or MSc degree in Engineering or Technology - Minimum 5 years of technical project management experience, ideally in regulated manufacturing (e.g., pharma, biotech, medical devices, chemical, food, semiconductor) - Strong knowledge of project management tools and methods; experience with planning software is a plus - Understanding of GMP manufacturing environments and regulatory requirements - Familiarity with validation approaches (e.g., GAMP principles and ASTM E2500) and the equipment validation lifecycle (FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, PQ) - Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams - Temporary Full-Time Contract (12 Months) Other Information The role requires a hands-on approach, strong coordination skills and the confidence to drive decisions in a regulated manufacturing environment. 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 in the life sciences sector, working on research and development projects that support the creation, testing, and improvement of biological products. The environment is hands-on and collaborative, with strong focus on quality, accurate record-keeping, and working safely and consistently in the laboratory. Job Description We are looking for a Microbiology Technician to support a busy research laboratory in Boxmeer. The Laboratory Research Technician will work across different projects and activities, helping the team deliver reliable laboratory results and maintain accurate documentation. The work is fully on-site and requires flexibility, as the daily tasks can vary based on project needs. Responsibilities - Support laboratory research activities across multiple projects and teams - Perform sample processing and general laboratory tasks as required - Carry out testing activities such as immunoassays (e.g., ELISA/AlphaLISA) and other laboratory experiments - Support bacteriological and virological testing activities, depending on project requirements - Contribute to stability and potency testing activities for biological products - Assist with laboratory work connected to animal studies when needed - Record work accurately and maintain complete laboratory documentation and records - Work in a structured way, follow agreed procedures, and communicate clearly with colleagues and stakeholders Requirements - 2–4 years of relevant laboratory experience - Strong written and spoken Dutch (needed for laboratory documentation and records) - Available for 40 hours per week - Willing and able to work 100% on-site in Boxmeer (5 days per week) - Hands-on experience with one or more relevant techniques/activities such as: ELISA, AlphaLISA, virus titration, bacteriological/virological testing, sample processing, stability testing, or potency testing - Flexible mindset and comfortable working on changing priorities across different projects -Temporary Full-Time 12 Months Contract Other Information This role requires full-time, on-site availability in Boxmeer and offers the chance to contribute to varied laboratory activities in a dynamic research setting. 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 organisation within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. The site operates complex production and utility systems and places strong emphasis on safety, quality, and reliable operations. The teams work closely together across production, engineering, and technical services to keep equipment available and maintenance activities well controlled Job Description For our client, we are looking for a Maintenance Work Preparation Coordinator who will prepare and plan preventive and corrective maintenance activities for technicians on site. The role focuses on creating safe, efficient, and well-documented maintenance plans, coordinating permits, and aligning work with production to minimise disruption. Responsibilities - Prepare, prioritise, and plan preventive and corrective maintenance work. - Create and coordinate work permits and required safety documentation, including lock-out/tag-out procedures. - Ensure equipment can be safely shut down and made ready before maintenance activities begin. - Prepare clear work packages, job descriptions, instructions, and supporting documentation for technicians. - Coordinate schedules and align maintenance activities with production planning and site stakeholders. - Arrange required materials, spare parts, tools, and internal/external resources to execute planned work. - Maintain clear communication between technical teams, production, and external parties when needed. - Follow up on progress and support proper documentation and closure of completed maintenance activities. - Support shutdowns, modifications, and improvement initiatives by coordinating preparation and planning. Requirements - Fluent in Dutch (spoken and written). - Experience in maintenance planning and/or work preparation in an industrial production environment. - Strong understanding of work permit processes and safe isolation procedures (lock-out/tag-out). - Technical education at MBO+/HBO level, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or similar. - Strong organisational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders. - Clear communication style and a practical, hands-on mindset. - Experience in a regulated environment (e.g., GMP) is a strong advantage. -Temporary Full-Time Contract - 12 Months Other Information The position is fully on-site and involves close collaboration with production and technical teams. The hiring process may include up to two interviews, with on-site meetings preferred. If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

About the Company A global health technology company developing advanced medical systems and solutions to improve healthcare and patient outcomes worldwide. Role Description As an Electronics UI Engineer, you will contribute to the development and improvement of electronic hardware components and subsystems for advanced medical imaging systems. You will translate application and performance needs into technical requirements, evaluate supplier designs, conduct hands-on testing and solve engineering challenges in a multidisciplinary R&D environment. Key Responsibilities Provide technical expertise on non-graphical user interface hardware, components and configurations. Define technical requirements at subsystem and unit level, translating application performance needs into design improvements. Evaluate supplier prototypes and recommend technical design improvements. Perform feasibility studies and functional testing, including building test setups, gathering data and analysing results. Investigate and troubleshoot electronic subsystems and components. Assess component and subsystem performance, reliability, risks and safety. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including Mechanical Engineering, Quality, Verification, Compliance, Lifecycle Management and Project Management. Take ownership of assigned units and contribute to wider engineering projects. Requirements At least 5 years of relevant engineering experience within the consumer or professional electronics industry. Demonstrable R&D experience in product design, development and maintenance of released products. Experience working with external suppliers and technical vendors. Practical, hands-on experience with laboratory investigations and functional testing. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to assess technical performance and reliability. Interest in simulation, feasibility studies and conceptual engineering. Good written and verbal English communication skills. Able to work fully onsite.

About the Company An international organization operating in a highly regulated medical technology environment, focused on developing safe and reliable products for users worldwide. Role Description As a Usability Engineer, you will ensure that products are safe and intuitive to use throughout the design and development process. You will lead usability engineering and risk management activities, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to identify potential use-related risks, implement mitigations and demonstrate product safety in line with relevant regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead usability engineering activities throughout the product design and development lifecycle. Conduct workflow analysis, user research and task analysis to identify user needs and define usability requirements. Lead Usability FMEA and collaborate with Risk Management to identify, assess and mitigate potential risks. Develop usability engineering plans and coordinate activities with project teams and relevant stakeholders. Plan, conduct and document usability evaluations, ensuring critical findings are addressed. Analyse post-market data and identify potential usability-related issues. Advise design teams on usability aspects of product and design changes. Support the development of user-centred interfaces and safe-to-use products. Define and execute design validation strategies, plans and protocols. Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations, including IEC 62366, FDA guidance and applicable medical device requirements. Requirements Master's degree or PhD in Human Factors Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, Product or Interaction Design, or a related field. At least 2–3 years of usability engineering experience within the medical device industry, covering activities from user needs and requirements through usability validation and post-market follow-up. Practical experience with Usability FMEA, risk analysis and risk mitigation. Experience conducting and reporting usability evaluations. Experience with design validation, including strategy, plans, protocols and execution. Strong understanding of relevant medical device regulations and standards, such as IEC 62366-1, FDA Human Factors Guidance, FDA 21 CFR 820.30, EU MDR, ISO 13485 and ISO 14971. Knowledge of human factors, interaction design and cognitive and physical ergonomics. Strong project management, coordination and stakeholder management skills. Independent, proactive working style and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams. Excellent written and spoken English.

Company A leading biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization is expanding its on-site engineering team in the Netherlands. The site operates in a highly regulated environment and delivers complex, life-impacting products, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Job Description  The Engineering Project Lead (Utilities & Facilities) will manage small to medium-sized engineering capital projects across equipment, facilities, and utilities within a biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment. From feasibility and business-case development through design, construction, and handover, the role will drive technical execution while ensuring safety, quality, budget, and schedule expectations are met. Responsibilities - Lead end-to-end delivery of engineering projects related to equipment, facilities, and utilities, with a strong emphasis on HVAC and mechanical/technical scope. - Run feasibility assessments, define scope, and translate business needs into clear project plans and technical requirements. - Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (engineering, operations, quality, validation, EHS, and external partners) to deliver project milestones. - Oversee on-site execution activities during construction and implementation, ensuring safe and compliant working practices. - Manage project risks, track progress, and clearly communicate status, decisions, and escalations to stakeholders and leadership. - Ensure alignment with applicable industry and internal standards, including regulated manufacturing expectations. - Support validation and qualification activities across the lifecycle (e.g., FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ) and ensure robust handover to operations. - Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement in project delivery methods and ways of working. Requirements  - BSc or MSc in Engineering or a related technical discipline. - At least 5 years of technical project management experience in regulated industries (e.g., pharma, biotech, medical devices, chemical, food, semiconductor). - Strong experience with utilities/facilities projects, ideally including HVAC and mechanical systems. - Solid understanding of cGMP manufacturing and regulated project execution. - Familiarity with validation approaches and project delivery in a regulated environment (e.g., GAMP concepts, ASTM E2500; FAT/SAT; IQ/OQ/PQ). - Confident stakeholder management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and navigate challenging discussions. - Working knowledge of project planning tools (e.g., Microsoft Project); PM certification (CAPM/PMP/PRINCE2) is a plus. Other Information  This is an on-site position based in Hoofddorp, the Netherlands, supporting a busy manufacturing environment with multiple concurrent engineering initiatives. If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.