Key Skills

Job Description

Do you want to not only troubleshoot malfunctions but also investigate how machines can operate more efficiently and reliably on a structural level? As an All-Round Mechanical Technician at Exter, you’ll have the freedom to work independently, identify the causes of malfunctions, and propose and implement technical improvements. We’re looking for a technician with a strong mechanical background and knowledge of electrical engineering who will work with us to make our factory increasingly reliable and efficient. At Exter, you won’t just be handed a work order. We expect you to think proactively, investigate the causes of malfunctions, and suggest improvements. In fact, we’ll also give you the freedom to actually implement those improvements. Your challenge As an All-Around Mechanical Technician, you’ll be assigned a wide range of tasks within our “factory kitchen” and provide technical support for the production process. You’ll work in a diverse production environment that includes mixing, grinding, drying, packaging, and processing equipment. You’ll perform preventive and corrective maintenance. You’ll analyze and resolve mechanical and electrical malfunctions. You’ll investigate the root causes of recurring malfunctions. You’ll propose technical improvements and help implement them. You’ll test and evaluate new machines and equipment. You’ll contribute to technical projects and modifications to existing systems. In short, together with your colleagues, you’ll ensure that our production processes run as smoothly as possible through optimal maintenance and expert troubleshooting of malfunctions in our production equipment. In addition, you’ll be part of an on-call schedule (approximately once every four weeks). Your profile What you bring to the table A completed technical MBO program, such as Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Industrial Maintenance Technology. Experience with mechanical maintenance in a production environment. Knowledge of rotating equipment, such as pumps, motors, and gearboxes. You can analyze technical malfunctions and resolve them in a structured manner. You communicate easily with colleagues in Technical Services and Production. You are willing to work on the on-call schedule. A Plus Experience in the food industry. Knowledge of electrical engineering. Experience with RCA or other methods of failure analysis. Relevant certifications, such as VCA, NEN 3140, or equivalent. What we Offer A dynamic and innovative mnufacturing organization. The freedom to propose technical improvements and to work on them yourself. Plenty of opportunities to further your technical development through training programs, courses, and relevant certifications. A competitive salary commensurate with your experience. 30 vacation days. A bonus plan. You pay only 5% of the pension contribution yourself. Travel allowance of € 0.23 per kilometer, or full reimbursement of public transports costs. Bicycle plan. Regular fun staff events. Are you interested? Then send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] If you have any questions about the position, please contact Andries Vermeulen at 075 – 670 00 41. Apply now Not your cup of tea but know someone who might be interested ? About Us Exter B.V. is a forward-thinking organization in the food industry. We produce high-quality savory flavorings for use in foods such as snacks, meat substitutes, ready-to-eat meals, soups, and sauces. Our products are sold worldwide to food manufacturers.

Core Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment, diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical malfunctions, and investigate recurring failures. Propose and implement technical improvements, test new equipment, and contribute to projects and modifications that improve production reliability and efficiency.

Requirements

A completed technical MBO program in a field such as Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Industrial Maintenance Technology, along with experience in mechanical maintenance in a production environment. Candidates should understand rotating equipment, troubleshoot systematically, communicate effectively with technical and production colleagues, and be willing to join the on-call rotation; food-industry experience, electrical knowledge, failure-analysis experience, and relevant certifications are advantages.

Benefits

• 30 Vacation Days
• Bonus Plan
• Pension Contribution
• Travel Allowance
• Public Transportation Cost Reimbursement
• Bicycle Plan
• Staff Events
• Training Programs
• Courses
• Relevant Certifications