About the vacancy
Packaging
About Your Next Job
We are seeking a skilled Senior Project Engineer to join our Packaging Technical Operations team at our site in Haarlem. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in leading and managing packaging projects from conception through to execution. Reporting to the Associate Director of Technical Operations, you will support introduction of new products and equipment and engage in problem solving to improve process robustness.
About Your Next Colleagues
Welcome to our team!
Technical Operations at the Haarlem site handles all Capex Projects. This includes not only modifying existing installations but also designing, installing, and qualifying packaging lines or unique machines. Our team is involved in every stage of these projects, from initial planning and design to final implementation and validation, ensuring that each project meets the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
About Your Tasks and Responsibilities
You'll be supporting major capital projects in Haarlem, focusing on project management and technology transfer for new products. Your role will emphasize project management over packaging engineering, handling one major project and possibly smaller ones. As a project engineer, you'll collaborate with local and international teams, including the Wilson site in North Carolina. You'll work closely with various stakeholders at the Haarlem site such as packaging department, technical associate directors, business development specialists, and packaging engineers.
About Your Skills and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Packaging, Mechanical, or related field).
5+ years in packaging engineering or related roles, ideally in Pharmaceutical or Medical Device sectors. Relevant capital project experience in pharma, food, or chemical also considered.
Knowledge of packaging equipment, processes, technologies, and strong problem-solving skills.
Project management and risk assessment competency.
Proficient in Dutch (highly preferred) and English.
Cross-functional and international team experience.
About Your Benefits
What We Offer
We welcome you to a truly global, dynamic and challenging environment with great opportunities for personal development. Our benefits are very competitive, and the summary below will give you an idea of what you can expect.
· Competitive salary and a 3% year-end bonus
· 35.5 days of leave
· Attractive collective health care insurance package with considerable reduction rates
· Solid Pension Plan
· Incentive Plan
· Numerous training, coaching and e-learning modules for long term job opportunities and development
- A high-quality company restaurant with fresh and healthy options every day.
- On-site sports facilities with classes in boxing, Zumba and Pilates.
- Excellent coffee prepared by a professional barista.
- A game room with a pool table and a ping pong table.
- A contribution towards your personal sports subscription to support your wellbeing.
- Mental wellbeing support through Lyra Health for you and your family members.
- Access to a dedicated prayer and meditation room.
Only apply if...
5+ years in packaging engineering or related roles, ideally in Pharmaceutical or Medical Device sectors. Relevant capital project experience in pharma, food, or chemical also considered.
You are eligible to work in EU
We only accept applicants who are eligible to work in the EU
Contact person
Sven Schroder
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