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Production Support Engineer

Novartis

Full-time
2-5 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Business Continuity
Cost Management
Data Analytics and Digital
Decision Making
Engineering Operations Management
Engineering Technical Expertise
GDP Knowledge
GMP Knowledge
HSE Knowledge
Manufacturing Process
Operational Excellence
Problem Solving
Project Management
Quality Compliance
Resilience and Risk Management
Stakeholder Management

Job Description

Band

Level 3


 

Job Description Summary

-Engineer
Execute engineering activities (design, implementation, maintenance, etc.) #LI-Onsite
Location: Baarle Nassau, Netherlands
Relocation Support: This role is based in Baarle Nassau, Netherlands. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Play a key role in keeping critical production equipment running smoothly. As a Production Support Engineer, you will ensure the reliability and integrity of manufacturing equipment in a regulated environment, working closely with manufacturing and quality teams to troubleshoot issues, perform maintenance, and improve processes that support safe and reliable operations. This is a hands-on role where your technical expertise and attention to detail will make a real difference every day.


 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to support reliable operation of production equipment.

  • Troubleshoot equipment failures and implement timely, effective technical solutions.

  • Execute inspection and calibration activities in line with defined protocols and standards.

  • Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to resolve technical challenges and align priorities.

  • Manage spare parts administration in coordination with maintenance and reliability engineering.

  • Contribute to continuous improvement through input on equipment and process enhancements.

  • Develop technical documentation and support training for production operators where needed.

Essential Requirements

  • Degree in Engineering or a related field with relevant maintenance experience.

  • Proven experience in maintenance and facility engineering within a production environment.

  • Experience working in a regulated environment such as Good Manufacturing Practice.

  • Strong technical skills in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and equipment maintenance.

  • Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.


 

Skills Desired

Business Continuity, Cost Management, Data Analytics and Digital, Decision Making, Engineering Operations Management, Engineering Technical Expertise, GDP Knowledge, gmp knowledge, HSE Knowledge, Manufacturing Process (Production), Operational Excellence, Problem Solving, Project Management, Quality Compliance, Resilience and Risk Management, Resource Planning and Forecasting, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Vendor Management

Core Responsibilities

The role focuses on performing preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure the reliability of critical production equipment. It involves troubleshooting equipment failures, executing calibrations, and collaborating with quality teams to improve manufacturing processes.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in Engineering or a related field with proven maintenance experience in a production environment. Proficiency in English and experience working within regulated environments such as Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) are required.

About Novartis

Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Company size: 10,001+ employees

Novartis is an innovative medicines company. Every day, working to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives so that patients, healthcare professionals and societies are empowered in the face of serious disease. Our medicines reach more than 250 million people worldwide. Find out more at https://www.novartis.com See our community guidelines: https://go.novartis.social/3Nboxki

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