Project Engineer Warehouse Operations (production) - Life Sciences - M/F/X

Akkodis; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a proactive logistics professional to oversee and optimize our automated warehouse environment. You will lead projects from concept to delivery, collaborate with multiple departments, and ensure smooth production support through effective project management.

The role requires strong communication, data-driven analysis, and the ability to set clear priorities across parallel initiatives. Fluency in Dutch and English is mandatory, with a hands-on problem-solving approach valued.

Qualifications

• Must hold a university degree in engineering or biomedical sciences.
• Excellent communication skills and hands-on mentality required.
• Analytical work with data and cross-functional collaboration emphasized.
• Strong prioritization and ability to manage parallel projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead warehouse projects, including commissioning new freezers or warehouses.
• Validate shipping processes and draft quality agreements with carriers.
• Manage projects end-to-end, including requirement gathering and documentation.
• Act as the point of contact for establishing new flows for cold products.
• Investigate and document quality deviations, defining corrective actions.

Skills

Strong communication

Hands-on mentality

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder collaboration

Prioritization

Team player

Dutch & English fluency

Education

Engineering or Biomedical Sciences degree

Job description

About the role

This role is integral to the logistics environment where raw materials and components are received, stored, and distributed to various production departments. The warehouse is automated and continuously evolving, requiring a professional who can contribute to its growth and optimization. As part of the Support team, you will collaborate with multiple departments, ensuring the success of production processes through effective project management and operational support.

Key responsibilities

• Lead warehouse projects, including commissioning new freezers or warehouses
• Validate shipping processes and draft quality agreements with carriers
• Manage projects end-to-end, including requirement gathering and documentation
• Act as the point of contact for establishing new flows for cold products
• Investigate and document quality deviations, defining corrective actions

About you

• Hold a relevant university degree in fields such as engineering or biomedical sciences
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and a hands-on mentality
• Work analytically, using data and collaboration with stakeholders
• Maintain oversight of various parallel projects and set clear priorities
• Be a true team player with the ability to resolve operational issues
• Fluency in both Dutch and English is a must