Key Skills

Job Description

About The Job For our state-of-the-art factory at Haps we are looking for Project Engineers. As project engineer you have the opportunity to make a high impact on the factory performance by leading and executing improvement and/or transformation projects. Collaborating with your internal stakeholders, across the Danone organization including Maintenance, Production, Automation, Quality, Safety, Finance and PLT (plant leadership team) members. As well with external relations such as expert suppliers and engineering companies. Next to this you are responsible for the realization of (multidisciplinary) technical projects (continuous improvements, line enhancements or line and building extensions) by leading, supporting or advising the project according to project and factory SQCDME KPIs. Furthermore you have the following responsibilities; OTIF-QC (On Time in Full at the correct Quality and Cost) delivery of Safety, Quality, Performance Renovation, Innovation, Booster, Secure and Continuous Improvement projects according to factory SQCDME KPIs. Lead and actively participate (in) different types of engineering and business projects in all potential project stages (select-define-develop-implement-launch). Excellent Project management (team, stakeholders, quality, planning and budget). Track, report & escalate technical project statuses to internal and external project governance meetings Process & Equipment Design from concept to detail, including all required documentation. Proactively make sure to be fully informed about internal and external developments regarding organization, engineering, standards, safety, environment and quality and translate them into improvements for the factory whenever possible. About you We have multiple positions open. Based on the scope and description above we are looking for experienced Project Engineers looking for a next step in their career or professionals looking to boost their development in a first or second job. Important requirements Bachelor or Academic Education finalized in engineering or food technology Experience in processing of nutrition with preference for food, feed or pharma Oversee situations and processes and translating issues into effective & systematic approach. Ability to perform under pressure in a very fast paced, complex, and dynamic environment. Experience with working in projects or leading them and knowledge of tools like Black Belt Six Sigma, TPM, IWS, Sherpa. Excellent Dutch & English verbal and written communication skills. About us At Danone we are committed to our mission “bringing health, through food to as many people as possible”, and is B Corp certified. Our Supply Point in Haps is fully paperless and CO2 neutral, reflecting our commitment to sustainability. Our state-of-the-art factory in Haps is part of Danone Specialized Nutrition and is one of the world's biggest producers of baby formula, exporting to over 55 countries. The ambition of Danone Nutricia Haps is to provide the best quality food, in the right volumes, on time, through Operational Excellence. We offer 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. 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. What's Next It’s simple – hit the “apply” button before the application deadline of November 1st 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. Need more information? Please contact me Yvette Notenboom, Talent Specialist on [email protected] or the Hiring Managers Jos Arts (Technical Leader) on [email protected] or Hans Bosman (Technical Leader Project) on [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

Lead and deliver multidisciplinary technical, improvement, and transformation projects from selection and definition through implementation and launch, meeting factory safety, quality, performance, cost, and delivery targets. Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, manage project teams, schedules, budgets, and documentation, and report project status to governance groups.

Requirements

A completed bachelor's or academic education in engineering or food technology is required, along with experience in nutrition processing, preferably in food, feed, or pharmaceuticals. Candidates should have project experience, strong systematic problem-solving and project-management abilities, familiarity with methods such as Six Sigma, TPM, IWS, or Sherpa, and excellent written and spoken Dutch and English.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Yearly Bonus
• Premium-Free Pension
• 30 Days of Annual Leave
• Option to Purchase Additional Annual Leave
• Monthly Healthcare Allowance
• Gym Membership Discount
• Nutrition, Physical Health, and Mental Health Initiatives
• Workshops
• Online Courses
• Training Sessions