Improvement Engineer
MSD Netherlands
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Job summary
MSD Netherlands in Boxmeer seeks an Improvement Engineer to drive process optimization and new product introductions within the IPT Antigen organization. You will lead cross-functional projects, coordinate product transfers, and support investigations to ensure safe, compliant and efficient manufacturing.
Join a team of ~15 engineers focused on continuous improvement, with opportunities to contribute to quality systems and regulatory readiness across a GMP environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field.
- Experience in regulated manufacturing (pharma/biotech/food).
- GMP and/or EHS experience or exposure.
- Lean, Six Sigma or continuous improvement mindset or willingness to develop.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional improvement and transfer projects across IPT.
- Act as Site Transfer Coordinator for product transfers between development and manufacturing sites.
- Support investigations and root-cause analyses with data-driven methods.
- Lead high-impact investigations and implement corrective actions.
- Identify opportunities for process, quality, and operational improvements.
- Develop business cases, project plans and implementation strategies.
- Assess regulatory and GMP requirements on manufacturing processes.
- Contribute to procedures, policies and quality systems.
- Review and approve GMP-related documentation where appropriate.
- Support internal and external inspections and audits.
- Analyze process, batch and performance data to identify trends.
- Contribute to site quality and safety systems, potentially as Sub System Owner.
Skills
Education
Job description
Make an impact in animal health manufacturing
Are you an engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges, leading improvements, and working with people across different disciplines? Do you thrive in environments where innovation, quality, and continuous improvement come together? Then this could be the opportunity for you.
Join one of the world's leading animal health manufacturing sites in Boxmeer, where innovative vaccines and biological products help improve the health and wellbeing of animals worldwide.
Welcome to the team
The Boxmeer manufacturing site is a key part of a global animal health production network and specializes in the production and packaging of veterinary products under GMP standards. The IPT Antigen organization is responsible for the large-scale production of bacterial and viral antigens and other biotech products using advanced cell culture, fermentation, and purification technologies.
Within the IPT Antigen organization, the Improvement Team consists of approximately 15 Improvement Engineers who drive process optimization, technology transfers, project management, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
As an Improvement Engineer, you will collaborate with colleagues from Operations, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and R&D to ensure reliable, efficient, and compliant production processes.
As Improvement Engineer, you will play a key role in introducing new products, supporting product lifecycle management, and driving operational excellence across the IPT. You will lead projects and improvement initiatives that contribute to safety, quality, compliance, and business performance.
This position offers a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise, project management, and continuous improvement methodologies while making a visible impact on manufacturing outcomes.
- Lead cross-functional improvement and transfer projects across the IPT
- Act as Site Transfer Coordinator for product transfers, including transfers from development to manufacturing sites and between production locations
- Support technical investigations and root cause analyses using a structured and data-driven approach
- Lead high-impact investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions
- Identify opportunities for process, quality, and operational improvements
- Develop business cases, project plans, and implementation strategies for improvement initiatives
- Assess the impact of regulatory and compliance requirements on manufacturing processes
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of procedures, policies, and quality systems
- Review and approve GMP-related documentation where appropriate
- Support internal and external inspections and audits
- Analyze process, batch, and performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
- Contribute to site quality and safety systems, potentially as Sub System Owner
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
- Experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, chemical, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment
- Experience in project management and working within GMP and/or EHS frameworks
- Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, or a strong motivation to develop these capabilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to translate ideas into practical and sustainable solutions
- A structured mindset and the ability to perform effectively in a dynamic environment
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- A proactive, collaborative, and results-oriented attitude
- Professional proficiency in both Dutch and English
- Living within a reasonable commuting distance of Boxmeer
The opportunity to contribute to the health and well-being of both animals and people, within a stable environment where collaboration and collegiality come first. In addition, you can expect
- A competitive salary based on your knowledge and experience
- A 3% year-end allowance and an annual bonus based on individual and company performance
- A minimum of 35.5 days of annual leave
- Travel expense reimbursement and a solid pension scheme
- A high-quality on-site restaurant offering fresh and healthy options daily
- Excellent accessibility the train station is located directly at our main entrance, and there is ample parking available
- A contribution toward your personal gym or sports membership to support your well-being
- A beautiful private park on site, ideal for a walk, break, or moment of relaxation
- Mental well-being support via Lyra Health for you and your family members
- Access to a dedicated prayer and meditation room
- Extensive growth and development opportunities thanks to the size of the site and the presence of multiple disciplines and global departments represented in Boxmeer
- A workplace within an organization that continues to grow and evolve
Our Animal Health division is a trusted global leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to preserving and improving the health, well-being, and performance of animals and the people who care for them. We are a global team of professionals working together to make a positive impact on animal care and the world’s food supply, with a strong sense of responsibility toward our customers, consumers, animals, society, and the planet.
Through our commitment to The Science of Healthier Animals®, we provide veterinarians, farmers, pet owners, and governments with one of the broadest portfolios of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and health management solutions and services. This includes an extensive range of digitally connected identification, traceability, and monitoring products. We invest in dynamic and comprehensive R&D capabilities and a modern global supply chain. We operate in more than 50 countries, with our products available in approximately 150 markets worldwide.
Please send your question along with the vacancy number and job title to this email address RecruitmentNL@MSD.com.
Adaptability, cGMP Compliance, Continuous Improvement, Process Troubleshooting, Teamwork
Regular
Not Applicable
12/9/2026
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