Production Planning Specialist, Veghel, Noord-Brabant

  About our client Our client is a global biotechnology leader dedicated to developing innovative medicines that help improve the lives of patients worldwide. Its advanced manufacturing facility in Breda plays a vital role in the production, packaging and distribution of life-saving medicines. Operating in a highly regulated, fast-paced environment, the site combines advanced packaging technologies, automated production lines and strict quality standards. Engineering and maintenance teams work closely together to ensure equipment reliability, operational excellence and continuous improvement. About the position We are looking for an experienced Senior Engineer in Mechatronics to strengthen the engineering team at a high-tech pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Breda. In this role, you will be the technical expert for critical packaging equipment, focusing primarily on second-line support, complex troubleshooting and improving equipment uptime. You will work closely with technicians, manufacturing, automation, quality and other engineering specialists to resolve recurring technical issues and prevent future downtime. This is a hands-on engineering position for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, taking ownership of technical improvements and sharing their expertise with others. Alongside operational support, you will contribute to equipment upgrades, engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities Provide second-line technical support to shopfloor technicians, resolving complex issues involving mechanical, electrical and automation systems. Troubleshoot critical packaging equipment, including identifying root causes of recurring failures and production interruptions. Lead structured investigations and implement sustainable corrective and preventive solutions to improve equipment reliability and uptime. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on technical performance, maintenance effectiveness and operational efficiency. Act as the technical system owner for assigned packaging equipment, ensuring performance and reliability throughout its lifecycle. Support the introduction of new equipment, product upgrades and engineering modifications. Plan and execute engineering and maintenance activities, including testing, technical evaluations and documentation. Develop and maintain technical protocols, assessments and reports. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Automation, Validation, Quality, Supply Chain and external equipment suppliers. Provide technical guidance and coaching to maintenance technicians, helping strengthen the team's troubleshooting capabilities. Participate in on-call support when required to maintain the reliability of 24/7 production operations. Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. At least 7 years of relevant engineering experience, including a minimum of 5 years in manufacturing or operations. Strong hands-on troubleshooting experience with complex packaging or production equipment in a regulated manufacturing environment. Solid mechatronics knowledge across mechanical, electrical and automation systems. A specialist background in one discipline is welcome, provided you can troubleshoot across all three. Proven experience with second-line technical support, root cause analysis and structured problem-solving. Demonstrated ability to identify, lead and implement technical improvements that enhance equipment performance and reliability. Experience with system ownership, maintenance optimisation or continuous improvement methodologies. GMP experience is strongly preferred, ideally within pharmaceutical or life sciences manufacturing. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to lead cross-functional investigations and improvement initiatives. Ability to coach and support technicians while working effectively in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Basic Dutch is preferred. Willingness to work fully on-site in Breda, participate in on-call support and occasionally work outside standard office hours.  

About the Company Our client is a global, highly regulated manufacturing organisation that operates complex distribution and packaging environments. The site relies on reliable shop-floor technology to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly. They invest in continuous improvement and modern manufacturing technology to increase reliability, efficiency, and service levels. Job Description We are looking for a Manufacturing IT Support Engineer to provide hands-on technology support in a distribution and packaging environment in Breda. This person will keep critical shop-floor systems running, support updates and improvements, and help users in production and warehouse teams with the tools they rely on every day. The role combines practical troubleshooting with continuous improvement and close collaboration across teams. Responsibilities -Provide on-site support for shop-floor technology used in distribution and packaging operations. -Maintain and troubleshoot key systems such as building/facility monitoring tools and operational applications. -Support printers and scanners used by warehouse and production teams, including resolving day-to-day issues. -Assist with operating system and application updates/patching activities on shop-floor equipment. -Deliver and set up IT equipment for end users and ensure it is ready for operational use. -Support the implementation of new technology solutions to improve reliability and efficiency (e.g., connected devices and data-driven improvements). -Work with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and help implement practical solutions. -Create clear documentation and train users on new processes, tools, and ways of working. -Stay informed on relevant technology developments and bring improvement ideas to the team. Requirements -Bachelor/HBO degree in Computer Science or a related field. -0–3 years of experience in IT support within a manufacturing, operations technology, or similar environment. -Hands-on attitude with strong troubleshooting and logical problem-solving skills. -Understanding of structured IT support and application management (e.g., working with standard support processes). -Ability to document work clearly and train end users. -Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with different teams. -Knowledge of regulated environments and quality requirements (e.g., GxP/GDP) is a strong advantage. Other Information This position is based on-site in Breda and involves close collaboration with production and warehouse stakeholders. 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, innovation-driven manufacturer operating in a highly regulated environment. The site brings together engineering, production, quality, validation, automation and digital teams to support safe, reliable, high-performing manufacturing and packaging operations. About the Role For a modern packaging and labelling operation, we are looking for a Lead Mechatronics Engineer – Packaging & Labelling Systems. This role supports project teams delivering new equipment and system upgrades, while also acting as a technical escalation point for complex mechatronics issues. The focus is on improving equipment reliability and line performance through structured troubleshooting, technical evaluation, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities - Support project teams with the deployment of new products, system upgrades, and new equipment on advanced packaging and labelling lines. - Own and drive high-quality technical execution across projects of varying complexity, with a strong focus on asset lifecycle and maintainability. - Act as the mechatronics subject-matter expert for engineering, maintenance and project teams. - Provide second-line support to technicians for complex equipment and process issues, ensuring structured root-cause analysis and robust countermeasures. - Investigate recurring or high-impact problems and recommend practical, sustainable improvements. - Act as system owner for assigned equipment/systems and proactively contribute to technical improvements and cross-functional performance initiatives. - Plan and execute assigned engineering and maintenance-related activities within projects, from preparation through to completion. - Create test protocols, support execution of testing, perform technical evaluations, and deliver clear technical assessment reports. - Collaborate closely with stakeholders across engineering, automation, digital, validation, quality, supply chain and manufacturing, as well as external vendors. Requirements - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience). - 7+ years of relevant experience, including strong exposure to operations/manufacturing environments. - Deep hands-on and theoretical knowledge of mechatronics (mechanical/electrical/control interaction). - Strong analytical troubleshooting skills and experience solving complex equipment problems. - Experience as a system owner and familiarity with lean maintenance / continuous improvement ways of working. - Experience working in a regulated environment (e.g., GMP and related standards). - Fluent English communication (written and spoken); Dutch is a plus. - Willingness to occasionally support outside standard office hours when needed. - Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams. Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

Start/End Dates: 09/11/2026 - 31/05/2027 Work Location: Borculo Job Title: Finance_Controlling - Controller HGRL 16 Job/Project Description: Plant Controller & Business Partner Operations As a Finance Business Partner, do you want to have a direct influence on the performance of one of FrieslandCampina's largest production facilities? In Borculo, you will have the opportunity to translate financial insights into concrete improvements in a factory that produces high-quality ingredients for baby, sports (e.g. protein bars) and medical nutrition that are used worldwide. As a Plant Controller Ingredients, you will contribute to the financial performance of the Ingredients factory in Borculo. You will work closely with your Finance colleagues, Operations, and management and play an important role in both operational direction and improvement initiatives. What will you do? As a Plant Controller: • Be responsible for budgeting, forecasting and monthly performance analysis of the Ingredients factory; • Advise local management as a financial business partner; • Validate your business cases and savings projects within the Performance Plus program; • You will make an active contribution to the SAP S/4HANA transition; • Support cost calculations and decision-making around new products; • Translate your information needs into insightful reports in SAP and Power BI; • You contribute to financial compliance and a strong internal control environment. You will be part of the Ingredients Supply Chain Finance Team, reporting to the Manager Controlling of the location and working together with a fellow Plant Controller. In addition, you will have a lot of contact with colleagues within Operations, Finance, the head office and the Financial Shared Service Center in Budapest. What do you bring? You are analytically strong, enterprising and know how to convert financial insights into actions. You can easily switch with different stakeholders and feel at home in a dynamic production environment. In addition, you have: • A university degree in Finance, Accountancy, Economics or Business Administration; • Approximately 2-5 years of relevant experience in controlling, finance or business control; • Knowledge of financial reporting and performance management; • Good command of Dutch and English; • Experience with SAP, Excel and preferably Power BI; • Affinity with digitization, data and new technologies such as Microsoft Copilot. Experience within a production environment is an advantage. What do we offer? • An impactful finance role within one of FrieslandCampina's most important production locations; • Direct collaboration with the local management and your Finance colleagues from the Business Group Ingredients; • An informal and result-oriented working environment; • Room to grow through the FrieslandCampina Academy and internal career opportunities; • Flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home on average one day a week; • A lot of responsibility, trust and room to realize improvements. Ready to make an impact? Are you that analytical and entrepreneurial finance professional who likes to be close to the business and wants to contribute to the performance of an international production location? Then we would like to meet you. Supplier note: - It is a replacement for a colleague who has been promoted. This colleague will leave the team on 1-12-26 and will work half days until then. - The vacancy is also advertised internally, the HM does not expect this assignment to be shortened for this reason. If the candidate is interested, the HM is also open to detavast. - Startdatum z.s.m. - Position is for 38 hours, less (32) negotiable in consultation but not desirable because of the workload. - Working from home is 1 day a week, this is because of the support in the factory. - It is important that you are present for the month-end closing. These are the first few days of the month. - We are not looking for a junior for this vacancy. Someone with a number of years of relevant work experience. - SAP and Excel are required, Power BI is a strong advantage. - Affinity with Co-polit is a nice to have. The team is still very much looking for how they can apply Co-pilot in their daily work. - Experience with business cases for improvement projects or savings projects is important. Let this also be clearly reflected on the CV. - Affinity with SAP and new systems. - The team is looking for a good communicator, someone who visits people. - A candidate who has experience in a production environment, has a feeling for a factory. It's not a typical office role. - Good command of Dutch and English – working language in the factory in Dutch. - There will be 2 interviews, the first online and the second will be on location. - No self-employed - Rate: best candidate for the best price - CV deadline is 5 November 15:00

The Company A global pharmaceutical organization focused on patient safety, regulatory compliance, and the continuous monitoring of drug and device safety across international markets. The company operates within a highly regulated environment and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of pharmacovigilance and risk management to support patient wellbeing worldwide. About the Role The Senior Specialist, Pharmacovigilance is responsible for managing and executing local pharmacovigilance activities while ensuring compliance with regional and global regulations. This role supports safety surveillance processes, adverse event management, regulatory submissions, audits, inspections, and risk management activities. The position also serves as a key liaison between internal stakeholders, external partners, and health authorities to maintain high quality safety oversight. Responsibilities Manage local pharmacovigilance (PV) activities in compliance with local regulations and global procedures. Handle adverse event (AE) case management, including intake, follow-ups, translations, safety assessments and regulatory submissions. Manage PV agreements, due diligence, safety monitoring programmes and aggregate reports. Support PV audits, health authority inspections, self-inspections, CAPA and compliance activities. Develop and maintain SOPs, PV procedures, training materials, Risk Management Plans (RMPs) and controlled documentation. Monitor drug safety signals, local literature, health authority updates and risk minimisation measures, while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders. Requirements Degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Medical Sciences or a related field. Minimum 2 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably in pharmacovigilance. Strong knowledge of adverse event reporting, global PV regulations and local regulatory requirements. Experience with PV Quality Management Systems, audits, inspections, CAPA and compliance management. Understanding of Risk Management Plans, safety monitoring, risk minimisation measures and safety reporting. Fluent English communication skills, with strong stakeholder management, documentation, presentation and project management abilities. Experience developing SOPs/training materials is important. 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 manufacturing organisation operating a large, high-performing production site. The environment is hands-on and business-focused, where finance plays a key role in driving performance, supporting operational decision-making, and enabling continuous improvement. Job Description For our client, we are looking for a Plant Finance Business Partner (Operations) to support a major production facility in Borculo (NL). This role combines plant controlling with true business partnering: turning financial insights into practical actions, improving factory performance, and strengthening financial control in a dynamic operations setting. Responsibilities •    Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and monthly performance reporting for the production site •    Act as a finance business partner to local operations and management, providing clear insights and recommendations •    Review and validate business cases and savings initiatives linked to improvement programs •    Support cost calculations and financial assessments for new products and operational decisions •    Translate reporting needs into effective dashboards and management information (e.g., SAP and Power BI) •    Contribute to a strong compliance mindset and internal control environment •    Support finance-related change initiatives, including system/process improvements (e.g., SAP S/4HANA transition) •    Collaborate closely with other finance stakeholders (site finance, shared services, and head office teams) Requirements •    University degree in Finance, Accountancy, Economics, or Business Administration •    2–5 years of relevant experience in controlling, finance, or business control •    Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate numbers into actions •    Comfortable partnering with multiple stakeholders in an operational/manufacturing environment •    Working proficiency in Dutch and English •    Experience with SAP and Excel; Power BI is a strong plus •    Interest in digitalisation and modern tools/technologies (e.g., automation, data, Copilot) 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 an international organization operating in the food and nutrition industry, with a strong focus on producing high-quality ingredients and nutritional products for customers worldwide. Quality, food safety and continuous improvement are central to its operations. About the Role As a QA Validation Specialist, you will play an important role in maintaining and improving the validation management system at the production site in Beilen. Working within the Local Quality Assurance team, you will act as the main point of contact for validation-related matters and represent Quality Assurance in technical, engineering and packaging projects. Responsibilities - Develop, implement, maintain and continuously improve the validation management system and related documentation. - Represent Quality Assurance in validation activities, technical projects and packaging projects. - Develop, execute and periodically review the Site Validation Master Plan. - Translate quality policies and requirements into practical procedures and documentation. - Advise employees and management on quality, food safety and quality management systems. - Support and verify CAPA activities and change management processes. - Conduct internal audits and support external audits. - Provide training on quality and food safety topics. - Act as a Subject Matter Expert for assigned quality-related topics. - Monitor developments in quality standards and regulations and translate them into practical improvements. Requirements - HBO or academic working and thinking level. - Several years of experience within the food, dairy or pharmaceutical industry. - Knowledge of HACCP, FSSC, GMP+ and relevant quality and food safety regulations. - Proven experience with validation processes and quality management systems. - Experience working on cross-functional projects. - Familiarity with systems such as SharePoint, SAP, KMS and MS Office. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - Able to work independently and confidently advise different levels of the organization. Other Information If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact us for further information.

Company A global, highly regulated manufacturing environment where quality, safety, and compliance are central to daily operations. The site works under strict GMP standards and follows detailed procedures to ensure reliable, audit-ready performance across production and support functions. Job Description For our client, we are looking for a Validation & Calibration Engineer to support validation and calibration activities on site. The role combines hands-on technical work with strong documentation responsibilities, ensuring equipment and processes remain compliant, accurate, and ready for inspection. Responsibilities - Execute validation and calibration activities in a GMP environment, following SOPs and work instructions. - Work with temperature measurements and process equipment, ensuring accurate results and traceable records. - Prepare and maintain clear technical documentation, including reports and supporting evidence. - Support compliant operation of site equipment and utilities by identifying issues, documenting findings, and following up on required actions. - Work independently on site while coordinating effectively with relevant stakeholders to keep work aligned and compliant. - Contribute to structured, accurate documentation in both Dutch and English, including Dutch-language procedures and reports. - Apply knowledge of autoclaves where relevant to validation/calibration activities. Requirements - Higher vocational level education (HBO) or equivalent. - Proven experience in a GMP/pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. - Hands-on experience with validation, calibration, and technical documentation. - Fluent Dutch (required) and good English skills. - Ability to work accurately, independently, and in a structured way. - Experience with autoclaves and/or process equipment and temperature measurements is a strong advantage. Other Information The work is performed fully on site in Boxmeer, and the interview process typically consists of 2 to 3 conversations, with a preference for face-to-face meetings.  

Company Our client is a large, highly regulated organization within the pharmaceutical sector, operating a modern production site where quality, compliance, and safety are critical. The site works under GMP standards and relies on robust processes, clear documentation, and well-maintained equipment to ensure reliable operations. Job Description For an on-site role in Boxmeer (Netherlands), we are looking for a GMP Validation & Calibration Specialist who can independently support validation and calibration activities in a GMP environment. The GMP Validation & Calibration Specialist combines hands-on technical work with strong documentation skills, ensuring all work is executed in line with SOPs and work instructions and recorded accurately in both Dutch and English. Responsibilities Perform validation and calibration activities on-site within a GMP pharmaceutical environment. Work strictly according to SOPs and work instructions, ensuring consistent compliance. Prepare, maintain, and deliver clear technical documentation, reports, and records with a high level of accuracy. Support reliable and compliant operations by recording results precisely and following good documentation practices. Support activities involving temperature measurements and process equipment; autoclave-related knowledge is relevant to the work. Communicate effectively in both Dutch and English, including working with Dutch-language procedures and documentation. Requirements Completed HBO-level education (or equivalent). Proven experience in a GMP/pharmaceutical environment. Hands-on experience with validation, calibration, and technical documentation/reporting. Fluent Dutch (required) and strong English skills (spoken and written). Able to work accurately and independently, with enough experience to be productive quickly in an autonomous role. Nice to have experience with autoclaves, temperature measurements, and process equipment. Other Information: 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 leader in pharmaceutical manufacturing, committed to delivering high-quality healthcare products that improve patients' lives worldwide. The company operates within a highly regulated environment and is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, safety, and operational excellence. Role Description We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Associate to join a dynamic production team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting manufacturing operations in a GMP-regulated environment, ensuring all production activities are carried out in accordance with approved procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements. Responsibilities - Execute manufacturing activities in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and GMP regulations. - Perform manual production and operational tasks to support manufacturing processes. - Conduct in-process quality checks to ensure product quality and compliance. - Accurately complete batch records, logbooks, and production documentation. - Identify, report, and support the investigation of deviations and quality issues. - Assist with equipment preparation, setup, cleaning, and maintenance activities. - Support production changeovers and operational readiness activities. - Ensure the manufacturing area remains clean, organized, and audit-ready. - Follow all safety, quality, and compliance requirements at all times. - Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, and other cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals. - Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and team meetings. - Maintain a proactive approach to problem-solving and operational efficiency. Requirements - Minimum 2 years of experience operating manual and/or semi-automated production lines within a manufacturing environment. - Experience working within a GMP-regulated environment is highly preferred. - Good understanding of manufacturing processes, SOPs, and quality standards. - Fluent in English, both written and verbal. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. - Ability to work effectively in a structured and process-driven environment. - Comfortable performing repetitive tasks with accuracy and consistency. - Strong teamwork and communication skills. - Willingness to work in a shift operation.  Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.