Manufacturing Process Technician (GMP) | 3 shifts | Breda

Description

The Manufacturing Process Technician is responsible for operating and optimizing high-tech, semi-automated pharmaceutical production lines in a GMP-regulated environment. The role focuses on safe and compliant line operation, data-driven process control, and continuous improvement to ensure timely delivery of high-quality medicines to patients.

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Sectors

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing / Life Sciences

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Company Size & Type

Large, highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing site with multiple semi-automated production lines.

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Must Have Requirements

• ?10 years experience as a process or technical operator in a manufacturing environment

• Experience in GMP, GDP, or ISO-certified environments

• ?5 years hands-on experience with LEAN / Continuous Improvement methodologies

• Lean or Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt certification

• Experience with ERP/MES systems (SAP and/or MES)

• Experience working with SOPs and regulated procedures

• MBO education in technical or process field and/or VAPRO A/B

• Fluent Dutch and English (verbal and written)

• Availability for 3-shift work, including weekends and overtime

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Desirable Requirements

• Advanced LEAN or Six Sigma training

• Experience with tools such as: 5WHY, RCA, Kaizen, Poka Yoke, TPM, SMED, Fishbone

• Experience in pharmaceutical or high-end medical manufacturing

• Strong data analysis skills at operator level

• Experience working in multicultural production teams

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Responsibilities

• Operate semi-automated production lines according to GMP and SOPs

• Monitor, adjust, and fine-tune process parameters to ensure product quality

• Perform changeovers and support equipment troubleshooting

• Record, analyze, and document process data in SAP/MES

• Identify and implement process improvements using LEAN principles

• Escalate deviations and atypical events according to procedures

• Ensure accurate shift handovers and documentation

• Collaborate closely with operators, line leads, and production supervisors

• Support logistics-related production activities

• Ensure all required training is completed within deadlines

• Actively participate in continuous improvement and root cause analysis activities
  
  Interested? Send your CV to Daria at d.finikova@panda-int.com or call +31202044502 for more info.