Quality Engineer II

Planet Pharma Group; Kerkrade; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma is seeking a Quality Engineer II to strengthen manufacturing quality and ensure product integrity in a fast-paced, regulated environment. You will contribute to investigations, CAPA, data trend analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement.

In this role, you will support day-to-day manufacturing activities, maintain documentation, and uphold quality systems while communicating findings clearly to teams across QA, manufacturing, and compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 4 years of relevant experience or advanced degree with 2 years of industry experience.
• Practical knowledge of quality systems, manufacturing processes, and documentation requirements.
• Proven ability to work independently on moderately complex projects.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and drive improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of sharing information clearly and supporting cross-functional teams.
• Experience with investigations, CAPA, complaint handling, and data trending.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and see projects through to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations and CAPA activities to address quality issues.
• Manage quality data trends and derive actionable insights.
• Collaborate across QA, manufacturing, and other departments to uphold standards.
• Support day-to-day manufacturing operations with compliant documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within a regulated setting.

Skills

Quality management

Data trending

CAPA investigations

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Documentation and compliance

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in quality, engineering, microbiology, or related field

Job description

Exciting Opportunity for a Quality Engineer II – Drive Manufacturing Excellence and Make an Impact

Are you passionate about quality management and ready to elevate manufacturing processes? Join a visionary organization committed to healthcare innovation and excellence. As a Quality Engineer II, you’ll be a vital contributor within the Manufacturing Quality team, ensuring product integrity, compliance, and continuous improvement in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Your expertise will support day-to-day manufacturing operations, lead investigations, manage quality data trends, and collaborate across multiple departments to uphold the highest standards of quality. This is your chance to be at the forefront of healthcare innovation, making a tangible difference in patients’ lives worldwide.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 4 years of relevant experience or advanced degree with 2 years of industry experience
• Practical knowledge of quality systems, manufacturing processes, and documentation requirements
• Proven ability to work independently on moderately complex projects
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and drive improvement initiatives
• Excellent communication skills, capable of sharing information clearly and supporting cross-functional teams
• Experience with investigations, CAPA, complaint handling, and data trending
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and see projects through to completion

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience in microbiology or regulated industry environments
• Knowledge of risk management and audit preparation
• Familiarity with global standardization and site-level QMS practices
• Prior guidance or mentorship roles within a team setting

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in quality, engineering, microbiology, or related field
• Minimum of 4 years’ industry experience or advanced degree with relevant experience
• Practical hands-on experience supporting manufacturing quality activities in a regulated setting

Other Requirements:

• Location: Kerkrade, Netherlands
• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Immediate start preferred

Bring your quality expertise to a company that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and thrive in a supportive, forward-thinking environment,