Digital Manufacturing Coach for Start-Up Ops

MSD Malaysia; Boxmeer; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD Animal Health in Boxmeer is recruiting an Operational Coach for the Blend & Fill startup phase. You will lead a start-up operations team in a fully digital, paperless facility, fostering a safety‑driven, quality‑conscious culture and hands‑on involvement in commissioning and qualification.

Collaborating with M&R, Engineering, Automation, QA/QC, and Digital Manufacturing, you will drive digital adoption, MES/EBR readiness, staffing, and continuous improvement to ensure Day 1 readiness and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Process Technology, Life Sciences, or related field.
• Proven experience in manufacturing or regulated production environments.
• Ability to lead and coach operational teams in startup/expansion contexts.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, onboard, train, and develop operators to build a high-performing operations team.
• Drive adoption of digital manufacturing systems and data-driven workflows.
• Support development and implementation of operational processes, standards, and training programs.
• Ensure operators are prepared to execute manufacturing processes safely, compliantly, and right first time.

Skills

Adaptability

GMP

Machinery Operation

Operational Efficiency

Process Improvements

Production Planning

Teamwork

Dutch and English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Process Technology/Life Sciences

Tools

MES

EBR

Digital workflows

Data visualization tools

Job description

MSD Animal Health in Boxmeer is recruiting an Operational Coach for the Blend & Fill startup phase. You will lead a start-up operations team in a fully digital, paperless facility, fostering a safety‑driven, quality‑conscious culture and hands‑on involvement in commissioning and qualification.

Collaborating with M&R, Engineering, Automation, QA/QC, and Digital Manufacturing, you will drive digital adoption, MES/EBR readiness, staffing, and continuous improvement to ensure Day 1 readiness and