Plant Technician (m/f/d)

Terumo Europe NV; Leverkusen; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Coaching & on‑the‑job learning

Modern infrastructure

Job summary

Terumo Europe NV is seeking a State-certified technician for the Leverkusen site to maintain and improve critical technical infrastructure. You will manage HVAC, electrical and utility systems with a strong focus on GMP/ISO compliance, safety and documentation.

You’ll drive modernization and automation initiatives, work cross-functionally, and contribute to site expansion with a new production line. German (C1) and English skills are required.

Qualifications

• State-certified technician with hands-on experience in building systems and utilities.
• Knowledge of GMP/ISO requirements in a regulated industrial setting.
• Familiarity with GLT/BMS and SAP is a plus.
• Strong analytical, structured problem solving and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Operational responsibility for building and process systems.
• Ensure reliable operation of HVAC, electrical and utility systems.
• Monitor performance, identify deviations, and coordinate repairs.
• Maintain GMP/ISO compliance and document activities.
• Calibrate and maintain systems per regulatory requirements.
• Support audits and implement corrective or preventive actions.
• Lead modernization, automation and digitalization projects.
• Collaborate across departments to align activities with operations.

Skills

Technical building systems

HVAC/R

Electrical infrastructure

GMP/ISO knowledge

GLT/BMS familiarity

SAP

Cross-functional collaboration

German language (C1)

English language

Education

State-certified technician in Electrical Engineering

Automation Technology

Systems Engineering

Building Services

Mechatronics

Tools

SAP

Job description

At Terumo, we advance lifesaving medical technologies to benefit society. Are you eager to make a difference with us? Here, you’ll grow your expertise while staying true to your personal aspirations.

Guided by our Japanese heritage, we act with respect, take ownership, and pursue continuous improvement. If you see yourself in our values, keep reading; this might be the opportunity you're looking for.

Department Info

The Pharmaceutical Solutions Division (PSD) develops patient‑oriented parenteral delivery solutions to enhance therapeutic performance and overallsafety. Globally trusted for quality and precision, PSD supports pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers with end‑to‑end product design and development services. With decades of experience from early drug development through commercialization, PSD helps optimize every stage ofparenteral drug delivery. Our teams lead the industry in creating advanced infusion and injection technologies for a wide range of applications.

Innovation, creativity, and close collaboration define how we work: we listen, we question, we deliver.

Job Summary

As a Technician in our Leverkusen plant, you ensure the reliable, safe, and compliant operation of our production, utility, and facility systems. You take operational responsibility for critical technical infrastructure such as HVAC, electrical systems, utilities, and cleanroom environments. With a strong focus on GMP, ISO, and safety compliance, you maintain and improve our technical landscape. By driving modernization, automation, and digitalization initiatives, you help shape the future performance and efficiency of our Leverkusen plant.

Job Responsibilities

• Operational responsibility for technical systems
• Ensure reliable, uninterrupted operation of production, utility and building systems, including HVAC, electrical and energy systems
• Monitor system performance and identify deviations proactively
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and coordinate timely repairs
• GMP, compliance, quality and documentation
• Adhereto GMP, ISO, safety and hygiene regulations for production areas and clean rooms
• Perform and document calibration and maintenance activities according to regulatory requirements
• Support audits and implement corrective or preventive actions when needed
• Technical improvements and modernization
• Contribute to modernization, automation and digitalization initiatives that improve infrastructure performance
• Identify and implement optimization opportunities for system stability, energy efficiency, and equipment lifecycle management
• Support technical projects within the facility, bringing ideas from concept to implementation
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Communicate technical issues, risks and updates effectively across departments
• Provide dependable support in high-risk situations and contribute to on-call coverage when required
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to align technical activities with operational needs and maintain safe, compliant, and efficient processes

Profile Description

State-certified technician in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, Systems Engineering, Building Services or Mechatronics

Minimum 2 years of hands‑on experience working with technical building systems, utilities, production technologies, HVAC/R and electrical infrastructure

• Solid understanding of GMP and ISO requirements, ideally in a regulated industrial environment

Familiarity with building automation and management systems (GLT/BMS) as well as SAP is considered a plus

Strong analytical skills with a structured and solution‑oriented working style

• Strong communication skills and willingness to collaborate with cross‑functional teams
• Excellent German communication skills (C1 level or above) with good working knowledge of English

Offer

A meaningful role in a highly regulated and innovative environment, where your expertise directly supports critical technical systems and you’ll contribute to an exciting site expansion with a new production line. You’ll join a supportive and collaborative team that values open communication and knowledge sharing, with plenty of opportunities to grow through coaching, on‑the‑job learning, and involvement in modernization, automation, and digitalization projects. All of this comes with attractive employment conditions in a stable, future‑oriented workplace with modern infrastructure.

Contact Person

Working at Terumo means advancing healthcare with heart. Here, you are empowered to grow your own way, inspired to create to innovate, and supported as we get there together. Join us in shaping a healthier future for our patients, society, and each other.

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