Automated Production Systems Operator
Key Skills
Job Description
Company A leading organization in the manufacturing sector that emphasizes high-quality, efficient production within a regulated environment. The company is committed to continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence across its facilities. Job Description The Automated Production Systems Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining highly automated manufacturing equipment to ensure smooth, compliant, and efficient production processes. This role involves troubleshooting, data documentation, and contributing to ongoing process improvements within a GMP-regulated setting. Responsibilities Operate and oversee automated production machinery following standard operating procedures and GMP guidelines Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis to resolve equipment issues promptly Adjust mechanical and process parameters to maximize machine performance Collect, verify, and document production data in SAP and MES systems Monitor process performance, identify deviations, and escalate when necessary Maintain accurate and timely GMP batch records and logs Participate in problem-solving meetings with QA, Maintenance, and Production teams (triage) Set up and shut down equipment properly Perform routine cleaning activities on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis Identify opportunities to improve system performance and efficiency Contribute to continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies Ensure effective shift handovers and team communication Maintain a safe, compliant, and organized working environment Requirements At least 3 years of experience in a production role, preferably in assembly and packaging Proven experience operating automated manufacturing equipment Fluent in English Comfortable working within strict procedures and structured environments Willing to commute and work in shifts Ability to participate in triage meetings involving QA, M&E, and Production teams Skilled in GMP-compliant documentation Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.
Core Responsibilities
Operate, monitor, set up, clean, and maintain automated manufacturing equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures and GMP requirements. Troubleshoot equipment issues, document production data and batch records, escalate deviations, and contribute to process improvements and effective shift handovers.
Requirements
Requires at least three years of production experience, preferably in assembly or packaging, and proven experience operating automated manufacturing equipment. Candidates must be fluent in English, comfortable following strict procedures, able to work shifts and commute, and skilled in GMP-compliant documentation and cross-functional triage meetings.
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