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Technical Operator

SIRE® Life Sciences 🧬

Breda
Full-time
2-5 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Automated Production Line Operation
Machine Setup And Changeovers
Troubleshooting
Root Cause Analysis
5 Why Methodology
Minor Equipment Maintenance
Mechanical Adjustments
SAP
MES
GMP Compliance
Deviation Investigation
Lean Manufacturing
Continuous Improvement
Production Data Recording
Quality Assurance
Safety Compliance

Job Description

About the Company Join a leading international pharmaceutical manufacturer where medicines are labeled, assembled, stored, and distributed worldwide. Working in a highly automated GMP manufacturing environment, you'll help ensure reliable production while contributing to continuous improvement and operational excellence. Role Description As a Technical Operator – Automated Lines, you will operate, monitor, and optimize fully automated production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing. You will play an important role in troubleshooting technical issues, improving equipment performance, and maintaining high quality standards within a regulated production environment. Key Responsibilities Operate and monitor fully automated production and packaging lines Perform machine set-ups, changeovers, line clearances, and cleaning activities Troubleshoot equipment and process issues using structured problem-solving methods Perform minor maintenance and mechanical or parameter adjustments Record production activities and batch data in SAP and MES systems Support deviation investigations and production triage activities Perform Root Cause Analyses (RCA, 5 Why) and implement corrective actions Contribute to Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, and quality requirements Support optimal equipment performance and production efficiency Requirements Experience operating fully automated production, assembly, labeling, or packaging lines Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5 Why, or similar methodologies Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment (GMP preferred) Experience with SAP and/or MES systems Knowledge of Lean or Continuous Improvement methodologies is an advantage Proactive, quality-focused, and able to work independently Fluent in English Willing to work in 3-shift and future 5-shift rotations Contract Details Long-term perspective. High chance for extension. Shift allowances and competitive employment conditions Extensive learning and development opportunities Modern manufacturing environment with strong focus on employee well-being

Core Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and optimize automated production and packaging lines, including setup, changeovers, cleaning, and minor maintenance. Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, record batch data, support investigations, and contribute to corrective actions and continuous improvement while maintaining GMP, safety, and quality standards.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience operating automated production, assembly, labeling, or packaging lines, preferably in a regulated GMP environment, and be familiar with SAP or MES. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, knowledge of root cause analysis methods, and willingness to work rotating three-shift and future five-shift schedules are required; Lean experience is an advantage.

Benefits

  • Shift Allowances
  • Competitive Employment Conditions
  • Learning And Development Opportunities
  • Employee Well-Being Focus

About SIRE® Life Sciences 🧬

Industry: Biotechnology Research

Company size: 201-500 employees

SIRE® Life Sciences is the market-leading partner for Life Sciences consultancy, project management, and secondment services in the Netherlands. We specialize in connecting expert consultants and project managers with leading biotech, pharmaceutical, medical device, clinical research, and food technology organizations. Our services include: - Life Sciences recruitment & executive search - Interim management & secondment - SOW-based project outsourcing & delivery - RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) - MSP workforce management & vendor-neutral solutions - GMP, GCP, GLP compliance staffing - Clinical research & regulatory affairs resourcing With 100,000+ professionals in our network and 25+ years of experience, SIRE® Life Sciences delivers measurable results for regulated organizations across the Netherlands and Europe. We work with pharma, biotech, medical device, CDMO, CRO, and food technology companies at every stage of the product lifecycle. What sets us apart: - Deep domain expertise in Life Sciences & regulated industries - Full compliance with GxP, ISO, WAADI, and Dutch labour law - Flexible engagement models: permanent, interim, project (SOW), and managed services - Proven delivery track record across Pharma, Biotech, MedTech & Food Science Based in Leiden Bio Science Park, Netherlands. www.sire-search.com

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