Pharma Process Operator — GMP, Lean & Automation

People in Science; Breda; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th month

Annual performance-based bonus

30 days off per year

Long-term position

Advanced automated production machines

LEAN/continuous improvement projects

Job summary

People in Science seeks a Process Operator for a regulated pharmaceutical production facility in Breda, Netherlands. You will operate a semi-automated production line, monitor processes, perform changeovers, and ensure GMP-compliant manufacturing with SAP/MES data logging.

The role requires extensive GMP experience, LEAN/Six Sigma knowledge, and strong troubleshooting skills (5WHY, RCA). Proficiency in Dutch and English, plus an analytical, precise work approach, are essential.

Qualifications

• MBO technical or process-related education and/or VAPRO A/B.
• Extensive experience as a Process Operator or Technical Operator.
• Experience within a GMP production environment is preferred.
• Experience with LEAN, Six Sigma and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting methods such as 5WHY, RCA, Kaizen, SMED or Fishbone.
• Preferably a Lean Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt.
• Good command of Dutch and especially English.
• Analytical, accurate and proactive way of working.

Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring a pharmaceutical production line.
• Performing changeovers and adjusting production equipment.
• Monitoring process parameters and product quality.
• Recording production and process data in SAP/MES.
• Analysing deviations and taking appropriate action.
• Performing accurate shift handovers.
• Supporting troubleshooting and root cause investigations.
• Contributing to LEAN and continuous improvement projects.
• Working according to GMP procedures.

Skills

Process Operator

Technical Operator

LEAN

Six Sigma

Troubleshooting

Education

MBO technical or process-related education / VAPRO A/B

Tools

SAP/MES

Job description

People in Science seeks a Process Operator for a regulated pharmaceutical production facility in Breda, Netherlands. You will operate a semi-automated production line, monitor processes, perform changeovers, and ensure GMP-compliant manufacturing with SAP/MES data logging.

The role requires extensive GMP experience, LEAN/Six Sigma knowledge, and strong troubleshooting skills (5WHY, RCA). Proficiency in Dutch and English, plus an analytical, precise work approach, are essential.