Key Skills

Job Description

About The Job MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Filling Standards & Technology Governance own technical guidance for filling systems aseptic fillers, hygienic fillers (ESL),closure systems, sterilization methods (where applicable), and integrity expectations. Ensure filling design and operation align with contamination control strategy and hygienic zoning principles. Validation & Qualification - define and apply validation expectations for filling media fills (where applicable),sterilization/aseptic performance checks, container closure integrity principles, and line hygiene verification. Establish revalidation triggers (maintenance changes, format change, major deviations, equipment upgrades). CAPEX, New Lines & Start-ups provide expert support for new fillers/line upgrades user requirement specifications, supplier technical reviews, commissioning, and performance qualification. Ensure that “design for cleanability” and contamination control are embedded early. Drive operational excellence & reliability improvements to reduce filling-related defects and microbiological risks (e.g., seal failures, cap torque issues, aseptic boundary loss, micro recontamination). Analyse OEE loss due to filler hygiene/sterility constraints and identify technical countermeasures. Lead/assist investigations for filling integrity failures and aseptic/hygienic deviations; define corrective actions and verify effectiveness. KEY DELIVERABLES Filling Standards & Technology Governance Validation & Qualification of filling lines Expert support for new fillers/line upgrades Technical assistance, competency building, and best practice sharing across the network. Continuous improvement initiatives and risk mitigation strategies for filling processes. MAIN INTERACTIONS Internal QFS Regions and Factories, Operations, Engineering, R&I, Global QFS External Industry associations, committees, regulatory and certifying agencies KEY METRICS Filling integrity performance % compliance with defined filling validation and routine verification requirements. Reduction in filling-related critical defects and Repeat deviation elimination Training completion and capability building metrics FGLs and business impact related to aseptic processes About you Education, Experience Degree in Engineering (Process/Mechanical), Food Engineering, or equivalent. 8–12+ years in filling technologies (aseptic/hygienic), start-ups, supplier management, and validation exposure. Innovation Skills & Competencies Deep expertise in filling technologies and aseptic processing. Advanced knowledge of process design, validation, assessment, monitoring and verification methods Expertise in experimental design, mathematical modelling, and process validation Strong communication, training, leadership, and collaboration skills for capability building and cross-functional influence Analytical skills for risk assessment and continuous improvement of process controls Adaptability, flexibility, self-driven, detail-oriented, and results-oriented Excellent documentation skills This role requires between 30%-50% of the time travelling. About Us All Danoners receive a complete package of benefits. This includes a competitive salary and yearly bonus, a premium free pension, 30 days of annual leave (with the opportunity to purchase more) and you will receive a monthly health care allowance. In addition, you can get discount on your gym membership, and we offer initiatives focused on nutrition, physical, and mental health. We provide continuous learning opportunities through workshops, online courses and training sessions. In the Netherlands we also offer a hybrid working environment which enables each team to meet our people's desire for flexibility. You can work from one of our People Hubs in Hoofddorp, Utrecht and Rijswijk or you can work from home. What's Next It’s simple – hit the “apply” button before the application deadline of 15th Oct 2026. In order to comply with GDPR we can’t process your personal data without your given consent, so please apply directly via this website. Good luck! We can’t wait to meet you. We put people at the center of everything we do. Bring your unique perspective, ambitions and ideas to the table – the impact you could make might surprise you. We are committed to embrace diversity, nurturing an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is deeply embedded in Danone's DNA. Need more information? Please contact Talent Manager Fariha Samad at [email protected]. All applications will be considered for a vacancy without discrimination based on ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, disability, or any other protected status.

Core Responsibilities

Govern filling standards and technology for aseptic and hygienic systems, including validation, qualification, contamination control, and hygienic design. Support new line projects and start-ups, improve reliability and operational performance, investigate filling-related failures, and build technical capability across the network.

Requirements

A degree in Engineering, Food Engineering, or an equivalent field is required, along with 8–12 or more years of experience in filling technologies, start-ups, supplier management, and validation. Candidates should bring deep expertise in aseptic processing, process design and validation, risk assessment, analytical methods, communication, leadership, and documentation; the role requires 30%–50% travel.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Yearly Bonus
• Premium-Free Pension
• 30 Days Of Annual Leave
• Option To Purchase Additional Annual Leave
• Monthly Health Care Allowance
• Gym Membership Discount
• Nutrition, Physical, And Mental Health Initiatives
• Continuous Learning Opportunities
• Hybrid Working Environment