Machine Operator|2 Shifts

People in Science; Breda; On-site; EUR 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance 16%

Travel allowance €0.29/km

Annual bonus

25 vacation days + 5 company days off

On-site gym

Company restaurant

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

People in Science is seeking a Machine Operator to join our Breda site, operating and improving semi-automated production lines in a GMP-regulated environment. You will monitor processes, perform set-ups and changeovers, and ensure accurate data capture in SAP/MES.

We expect at least 2 years of production experience, familiarity with SOPs and GMP, and strong English communication. The role is 2-shift, with a competitive package including a salary of €44,000–€49,000 gross annually, plus bonus and

Qualifications

• At least 2 years on a production/automated environment.
• Experience with SOPs and GMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor semi-automated production lines.
• Perform set-ups, changeovers, line clearances & cleaning.
• Troubleshoot disturbances and restore equipment performance.
• Make minor equipment adjustments.
• Conduct in-process quality checks.
• Record and verify data in SAP and MES.
• Support deviation investigations and CI initiatives.
• Ensure GMP, quality and safety compliance.

Skills

Production lines

SOP & GMP

SAP/MES

Lean manufacturing

Quality mindset

English fluent

2-shift

Technical understanding

Job description

• €44,000 – €49,000 gross annual salary including shift allowance
• Annual bonus on top of your salary
• Travel allowance of €0.29 per kilometre
• 25 vacation days plus 5 additional company days off between Christmas and New Year
• Modern and highly automated production environment
• Company restaurant with healthy food and on-site gym
• Excellent learning and development opportunities
• 16% shift allowance for working in a 2-shift schedule

About your new workplace

You will join a leading biotech company in Breda, where more than 1,000 colleagues from over 40 nationalities work together every day.
Within the manufacturing and packaging department, medicines are prepared and distributed to patients worldwide. As a Machine Operator, you play an important role in ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant production processes.

Who are we looking for?

You are a hands-on Machine Operator with strong technical insight and a passion for solving production challenges.
You:

• Have at least 2 years of experience in a production, manufacturing, or automated environment
• Have experience with semi-automated or automated production lines
• Possess strong technical and process understanding
• Have experience working according to SOPs and GMP standards
• Have experience with SAP and/or MES systems
• Have an interest in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement
• Work accurately and have a strong quality mindset
• Speak English fluently
• Are willing to work in a 2-shift schedule
• Flexible attitude towards working shift schedules based on business needs

Your job

As a Machine Operator, you are responsible for operating, monitoring, and improving semi-automated production lines within a GMP-regulated environment.
Your responsibilities include:

• Operating and monitoring semi-automated production lines
• Performing set-ups, changeovers, line clearances, and cleaning activities
• Troubleshooting process disturbances and restoring equipment performance
• Performing minor equipment adjustments
• Conducting in-process quality checks
• Recording and verifying production data in SAP and MES systems
• Supporting deviation investigations and triage activities
• Contributing to Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Ensuring compliance with GMP, quality, and safety requirements