Maintenance & Utilities Manager, Leiden, Zuid-Holland

Company Our client is a leading organization in the life sciences sector, operating in a highly regulated environment. They combine innovation with strong quality standards and run modern manufacturing operations where engineering, process improvement, and robust documentation are key to reliable production performance. Job Description For a site in Leiden, our client is looking for a Process Development Engineer to support the development and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. The role focuses on manufacturability, process capability, equipment and supplier evaluation, and maintaining clear process specifications and training documentation. The position is hands-on and collaborative, working closely with stakeholders to ensure processes meet quality, performance, and design requirements. Responsibilities - Support the development, improvement, and introduction of manufacturing processes, ensuring alignment with quality and design requirements. - Perform basic engineering activities and contribute to design reviews, providing feedback to improve manufacturability and process robustness. - Help define and maintain requirements for equipment, materials, and process performance. - Conduct initial equipment and supplier assessments to confirm capability, capacity, and cost-effectiveness. - Coordinate designed experiments and process capability studies; help interpret results and translate them into practical improvements. - Create and maintain process specifications, documentation, and related training materials. - Support evaluation and selection of suitable equipment to achieve balanced and efficient production line performance. - Assist with analysis of new processes and equipment, supporting implementation and continuous improvement initiatives. - Work closely with cross-functional teams in a hybrid working setup (with regular on-site presence in Leiden). Requirements - Background in engineering or a related technical discipline. - Experience supporting manufacturing processes in a regulated or quality-driven environment. - Comfortable working with process documentation, specifications, and training materials. - Understanding of process capability, structured problem-solving, and improvement methodologies (e.g., experiments/capability studies). - Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders (manufacturing, quality, engineering, suppliers). - Based in (or able to travel to) Leiden with consistent on-site availability. Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

Company The company is an international biotechnology organization focused on developing innovative medicines to improve the lives of patients. Operating across multiple countries, it has a strong global presence and a growing international workforce. As the organization continues to expand, it is investing in its HR systems and global processes to ensure efficient, scalable, and compliant operations across different regions.   Role Description The Senior Workday Deployment Consultant will join the global HR Systems team to support the expansion and optimization of the company's global Workday platform, with a particular focus on implementing Workday in new EU countries. The role requires a hands-on Workday expert who can independently manage country deployments from initial requirements gathering and solution design through configuration, testing, go-live, and post-implementation support. The consultant will collaborate closely with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, and external partners to ensure scalable, compliant, and effective HR systems.   Responsibilities - Lead Workday implementations in new EU countries, from requirements gathering and solution design through configuration, testing, go-live, and stabilization. - Independently configure and maintain Workday modules, including Core HCM, Compensation, Recruiting, Onboarding, Talent & Performance, Absence, Time Tracking, Reporting, and Security. - Configure country-specific requirements, including organizational structures, staffing models, job profiles, absence policies, holiday calendars, working schedules, and local HR processes. - Translate local HR and payroll requirements into effective Workday solutions while maintaining global standards. - Manage business processes, approval workflows, security roles, reporting, and cross-module dependencies. - Troubleshoot complex system issues and support integrations, data migration, and data quality activities. - Coordinate functional and end-to-end testing, cutover activities, and post-implementation support. - Collaborate with global and local HR teams, Payroll, Finance, IT, and external partners to align system solutions with business needs. - Provide Workday expertise and consultation, support change management, and develop training materials and deployment documentation.   Requirements - Extensive hands-on experience configuring, implementing, and supporting Workday HCM in an international or multinational organization. - Proven experience personally delivering Workday country implementations, preferably across multiple EU countries. - Strong configuration expertise in Workday Core HCM, including organizational structures, staffing models, business processes, security, and compensation. - Broad functional knowledge and practical configuration experience across additional Workday modules, such as Absence, Recruiting, Onboarding, Talent & Performance, and Time Tracking. - Experience configuring country-specific HR requirements, local policies, working schedules, and payroll-related data. - Understanding of Workday integrations, reporting, security, data migration, and cross-module dependencies. - Knowledge of European HR requirements and GDPR considerations. - Ability to independently manage complex configurations, troubleshoot issues, and translate business requirements into practical solutions. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills. - Fluent in written and spoken English.   Other information Apply to our vacancy for more information. Looking forward to getting in touch!  

Company Our client is the world’s largest and most broadly based healthcare company. Their aim is to improve access to a healthier lifestyle for everyone thanks to their research in different health areas including personal care products, MedTech and pharmaceutical products.    Job Description The Junior Equipment Engineer will coordinate basic engineering activities, reviewing designs for manufacturability and helping to ensure that equipment, materials and processes meet production and quality requirements.   Responsibilities Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) by regularly reviewing equipment-related processes, procedures, deliverables, and documentation. Lead the Asset Team in ensuring accurate and up-to-date asset information, identifying potential issues and replacement requirements, and contributing to the annual revision of the 5-year asset plan. Support the implementation of new equipment and systems. Investigate equipment failures and operational inefficiencies through root cause analysis, working closely with Troubleshooters and Operations teams to implement solutions that reduce downtime and minimize losses. Assess whether manufacturing operators are using equipment correctly and identify opportunities for sustainable improvements in safety, quality, reliability, costs, and production scheduling. Act as the subject matter expert in contamination prevention within a multidisciplinary team, promoting best practices and strengthening awareness to safeguard product quality and safety. Encourage continuous improvement by developing training initiatives and building strong, collaborative, and inclusive relationships across the team.   Requirements BSc or MSc degree in Bioprocessing, Chemical Engineering, Microbiology or a related field. At least 3 years of proven experience in biopharmaceutical processing for a BSc or at least 1,5 years for a MSc. Professional English proficiency Knowledge of GMP requirements and upstream processing operations   Other Information The position requires 3 days onsite. If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application and contact me.  

The Company A leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organization with a strong focus on automation, quality, GMP compliance, and operational excellence. The company operates advanced production facilities where technology and continuous improvement are key to maintaining reliable manufacturing processes.   Role description As an Automated Line Operator, you will play an important role in keeping automated production and packaging operations running safely and efficiently. You will operate and monitor equipment, troubleshoot technical issues, maintain GMP standards, and support improvements across the production process. You will work closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to maintain smooth operations and quickly respond to production challenges.   Responsibilities Operate and monitor automated production and packaging equipment Perform equipment setup, changeovers, and shutdown activities Monitor machine performance and production output Troubleshoot technical and process-related issues Adjust machine settings and parameters to maintain optimal performance Record production activities and data in SAP and MES Complete accurate GMP documentation and production records Identify and escalate deviations or abnormalities when required Support root cause analysis and structured problem-solving activities Work with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to resolve issues Identify opportunities to reduce downtime and improve equipment performance Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives Perform scheduled cleaning activities and ensure effective shift handovers Maintain a safe, clean, and GMP-compliant working environment   Requirements - Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing or production - Experience operating automated production or packaging equipment - Background in pharmaceutical, food, assembly, packaging, or similar industries - Fluent English communication skills - Experience working with GMP documentation and procedures - Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills - Experience with SAP and MES systems - Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement - Willingness to work a rotating 3-shift or 5-shift schedule   Other Information If you enjoy working with automated technology, solving technical challenges, and improving production performance, this could be a great opportunity to put your skills into practice. Please submit your application via the Apply button below and contact me if you would like to discuss the opportunity.

The Company Our client is an international and growing biopharmaceutical organization focused on developing innovative medicines. As the organization continues to expand its European operations, it is investing in its global HR systems and strengthening its Workday capabilities. About the Role We are looking for a Senior HR Workday Systems Consultant to lead Workday implementations across new European countries. You will manage the full implementation lifecycle, from requirements gathering and system configuration to testing and go-live, ensuring solutions meet local HR needs while maintaining global standards. Responsibilities - Lead hands-on Workday implementations and deployments across new European countries. - Configure Workday Core HCM, including organizational structures, staffing models, job profiles, compensation and business processes. - Configure country-specific requirements, including absence plans, holiday calendars, work schedules, employee classifications and local HR processes. - Translate local HR and payroll requirements into effective Workday configurations while maintaining global standards. - Manage cross-module dependencies involving business processes, security, reporting and integrations. - Lead functional and end-to-end testing, data migration, cutover, go-live and post-go-live support. - Configure and maintain business process rules, workflows, supervisory organizations, calculated fields and reports. - Troubleshoot complex Workday issues and identify opportunities for system improvements. - Collaborate with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT and external implementation partners. - Act as a trusted Workday advisor, providing guidance on system design, configuration and optimization. - Develop reusable configurations, documentation and implementation practices to support future deployments. Requirements - Significant hands-on experience with Workday HCM configuration, implementation and support within an international organization. - Proven experience personally configuring and delivering Workday country implementations, ideally across multiple European countries. - Strong knowledge of Workday Core HCM configuration. - Experience with additional Workday modules such as Absence, Recruiting, Onboarding, Compensation, Talent & Performance and Time Tracking. - Understanding of local European HR requirements, absence policies, work schedules and payroll-related data. - Knowledge of Workday reporting, security, integrations and cross-module dependencies. - Understanding of European HR processes and GDPR requirements. - Ability to independently design, configure, troubleshoot and test Workday solutions. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. - Fluent English. 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 modern manufacturing organization operating in a highly regulated environment. They run a complex industrial automation landscape where reliability, cybersecurity, and controlled change are critical. The culture is hands-on and improvement-driven, with close collaboration between engineering, maintenance, automation, and continuous improvement teams. Job Description For this role, our client is looking for an Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer to help keep the industrial automation environment stable, secure, and continuously improving. The Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer supports day-to-day operational continuity, safeguards automation-related projects against engineering and validation standards, and leads technical investigations to reduce the risk of unplanned downtime. Responsibilities •    Manage and support industrial automation systems to ensure continuity, performance, quality, and cybersecurity. •    Review automation-impacting projects and ensure alignment with engineering requirements, standards, and validation expectations. •    Provide technical support to resolve operational automation issues and drive sustainable improvements in ways of working. •    Lead and contribute to root-cause investigations using Integrated Work Systems (IWS) methods to prevent recurring downtime. •    Coordinate lifecycle, change, and maintenance activities together with engineering, maintenance, automation, and improvement stakeholders. •    Coordinate external contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with internal engineering/automation standards. •    Act as a technical subject matter expert for Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 automation systems and related infrastructure. •    Develop and deliver training to strengthen automation knowledge across internal teams and stakeholders. Requirements •    Experience in industrial automation within a manufacturing environment. •    Strong understanding of automation lifecycle, change management, and maintenance practices. •    Familiarity with validation and engineering standards in regulated settings. •    Ability to troubleshoot, structure root-cause analyses, and implement preventive actions. •    Knowledge of OT/industrial cybersecurity principles is a strong plus. •    Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders and coordinating external parties. •    Able to explain technical topics clearly and coach/train colleagues. 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 healthcare and pharmaceutical organization focused on developing innovative medicines and advanced manufacturing technologies. The organization operates highly regulated production facilities where quality, safety, reliability and continuous improvement are central. About the Role We are looking for an Biopharmaceutical Process Engineer to support biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations in Leiden. You will act as an equipment subject matter expert, improving equipment reliability, supporting asset lifecycle management and preventing contamination. The position combines hands on technical engineering, GMP compliance, troubleshooting and continuous improvement within multidisciplinary manufacturing teams. Responsibilities - Ensure equipment activities and documentation comply with GMP requirements - Lead asset teams and maintain accurate asset information - Identify equipment replacement needs and contribute to the five year asset plan - Support introduction and implementation of new equipment and systems - Perform root cause analysis for equipment failures and recurring inefficiencies - Work with Operations and troubleshooting teams to reduce downtime and production losses - Conduct Gemba walks and assess correct equipment use - Improve equipment safety, quality, reliability, cost and scheduling - Provide expertise in contamination prevention and product integrity - Develop training and promote continuous improvement Requirements - Bachelor or Master degree in Bioprocessing, Chemical Engineering, Microbiology or a related discipline - Minimum 3 years of biopharmaceutical processing experience with a Bachelor degree - Minimum 1.5 years of relevant experience with a Master degree - Knowledge of GMP requirements - Knowledge of upstream processing operations - Professional English proficiency at B2 level - Strong equipment troubleshooting and analytical capabilities - Ability to perform root cause analysis and develop practical solutions - Strong stakeholder communication skills - Proactive, organized and accountable working style - Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams - Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Teams and relevant business applications 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 organisation with a complex industrial automation environment, focused on maintaining reliable, secure and continuously improving operations. Job Description The client is looking for an Industrial Automation Reliability Engineer to manage and improve industrial automation systems and infrastructure. The role focuses on system continuity, performance, quality and cybersecurity, while providing technical expertise and supporting maintenance, projects and operational improvements. Responsibilities - Manage industrial automation systems and help ensure their reliability, performance, quality and cybersecurity. - Review projects that affect industrial automation, including requirements, engineering standards and validation protocols. - Provide technical support when resolving operational automation issues. - Contribute to the development and improvement of policies, procedures and best practices. - Lead and participate in root cause analyses using Integrated Work Systems (IWS) methodologies to investigate and prevent unplanned downtime. - Oversee maintenance management, change management and lifecycle management activities. - Work closely with IA Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, EMR/IA Engineers, Automation Technicians, Improvement Technicians and Project Technicians. - Manage and coordinate external contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with internal engineering and automation standards. - Coordinate the technical resources and support required for successful project delivery. - Act as the subject matter expert for Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4 automation systems and infrastructure. - Develop and deliver training to improve the automation knowledge and capabilities of internal stakeholders and colleagues. Requirements - Strong expertise in industrial automation systems and infrastructure. - Knowledge of automation reliability, maintenance, change management and lifecycle management. - Experience with root cause analysis and Integrated Work Systems (IWS) methodologies. - Ability to assess automation projects, engineering standards and validation requirements. - Experience coordinating contractors, suppliers and technical resources. - Ability to provide technical guidance and deliver training to colleagues and stakeholders. 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 biotechnology and pharmaceutical organization focused on developing, manufacturing, and supplying innovative medicines to patients worldwide. The Breda site supports medicines for close to 100 markets and operates in a highly regulated, complex international supply chain environment. About the Role The Senior Associate Supply Chain Detailed Scheduler is responsible for creating and maintaining detailed production schedules for packaging operations. The role ensures reliable product supply by coordinating production capacity, orders, materials, and operational priorities. You will work closely with manufacturing, quality, warehouse, and supply chain teams while improving planning stability, operational performance, and planning processes. Responsibilities - Manage short term production planning for packaging lines - Create detailed production plans and manage production orders - Ensure timely product delivery and stable supply to patients - Support product introductions, transitions, launches, and phase out activities - Identify and resolve operational flow stoppers - Measure weekly and monthly planning KPIs including Master Production Schedule stability - Define and follow up improvement actions with relevant stakeholders - Participate in and facilitate daily operational meetings - Coordinate activities between supply chain, manufacturing, quality, and warehouse teams - Lead weekly capacity meetings and align realistic production plans - Improve planning processes through standardization, simplification, and automation - Lead continuous improvement initiatives and root cause analysis activities - Support stable operations while working according to GMP and GDP requirements Requirements - Bachelor or Masters degree in supply chain, business, science, engineering, or a related discipline - Experience within supply chain planning - Strong analytical and problem solving skills - Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities - Ability to collaborate effectively across different departments - Experience with root cause analysis and continuous improvement - Interest in process standardization and automation - Experience with Tableau, Smartsheet, Databricks, or RPA is preferred - Experience within a regulated GMP environment is beneficial - Ability to work on site for a minimum of three days per week Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.   

Company A large, modern food manufacturing site producing high volumes for an international market. The environment is fast-paced and highly automated, with a wide variety of process and packaging equipment. The maintenance organization focuses on safety, reliability, and minimizing downtime through strong planning and coordination. Job Description We are looking for a Maintenance Scheduling Coordinator to plan and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities across multiple production lines. The Maintenance Scheduling Coordinator ensures that planned line stops are used effectively, work orders are well prepared, and the right technicians are assigned at the right time—helping keep production running smoothly with minimal disruption. Responsibilities - Build and manage maintenance schedules for planned line stops, balancing priorities and operational needs. - Assign prepared work orders to technicians, matching job complexity with the right technical skillsets. - Prepare, plan, and allocate work orders using systems such as SAP PM and Microsoft Excel. - Align planned maintenance with production planning and ensure weekly maintenance plans are confirmed in advance. - Replan quickly when unexpected issues occur, coordinating with maintenance leadership and communicating changes to relevant teams. - Support resource planning by coordinating capacity and availability with team leaders to ensure coverage during line stops. - Collaborate closely with other maintenance planners and work preparers across mechanical, electrical/instrumentation, and utilities. - Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying ways to make planning and execution more efficient. Requirements - Completed vocational education (MBO level 4 or similar). - Proven experience in planning/scheduling (maintenance planning experience is a strong advantage). - Strong coordination skills and the ability to work smoothly across multiple departments. - Accurate, punctual, proactive, and a strong team player. - Comfortable working with Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with SAP PM is a strong plus. - Fluency in both Dutch and English (written and spoken). - Affinity with technical environments (a technical background is not required). - High sense of responsibility regarding safety and quality/food safety. Other Information This position is based on-site in Veghel (Netherlands), within a large maintenance organization supporting a complex production environment. If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.