Technical Operator Paperbags Venlo

Manpower; Heierhoeven; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

You will join the Paperbags department as Technical Operator, ensuring production line uptime and handling issues independently. The role involves operating and maintaining printing machinery with a focus on safety and quality in a high-volume environment.

The position offers a competitive gross salary and travel allowance, with full-time hours across four shifts and opportunities for learning and growth within the company.

Qualifications

• At least mbo level 4 in a technical discipline (Mechanical Eng., Mechatronics or similar).
• Minimum 1 year experience as Operator/Technician in manufacturing.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and technical troubleshooting.
• Willingness to work in a 4-shift rotation.
• Good command of English for communication on site.
• Strong diagnostic skills and ability to resolve machine issues independently.
• Comfortable in a dynamic manufacturing environment prioritising safety.

Responsibilities

• Operating, setting up and optimizing Paperbag production machines.
• Performing first and second line troubleshooting on mechanical and process issues.
• Planning and carrying out preventive maintenance and cleaning activities.
• Diagnosing machine failures using structured problem solving and Root Cause Analysis.
• Prioritizing maintenance to balance production, quality and delivery.
• Coordinating with Operators, Supervisors and Maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Providing structured handovers with documentation of issues and actions.
• Training Operators on operation, adjustments and troubleshooting techniques.
• Identifying opportunities to improve machine performance and efficiency.
• Ensuring safe working practices and a clean production environment.
• Acting as technical knowledge holder and supporting continuous improvement.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Maintenance planning

Documentation

Coaching/Training

Safety awareness

Education

MBO level 4 in technical discipline

Mechanical Engineering / Mechatronics / Manufacturing Tech OR equivalent

English communication

Job description

As a Technical Operator within the Paperbags department, you are responsible for your production line. You make sure it is always running as it should and know exactly how to solve any issue or error. In turn, you can expect a gross salary of up to € 4,000 per month. We would like to tell you more about this position, so do keep reading!

Your responsibilities as Technical Operator include:

• Operating, setting up and optimizing Paperbag production machines
• Performing first and second line troubleshooting on mechanical and process related issues
• Planning and carrying out preventive maintenance and scheduled cleaning activities
• Diagnosing machine failures using structured problem solving and Root Cause Analysis if necessary
• Prioritizing maintenance activities while balancing production continuity, product quality and customer delivery
• Coordinating with Operators, Supervisors and Maintenance to minimize downtime
• Providing structured technical handovers, including clear documentation of issues, actions taken and follow-up requirements
• Training and coaching Operators on machine operation, adjustments and troubleshooting techniques
• Identifying opportunities to improve machine performance, reliability and production efficiency
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely while maintaining a clean and organized production environment
• Acting as the technical knowledge holder for your production line and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

What’s in it for you?

• Gross salary of between €3,000 and €4,000 per month
• Travel allowance
• Full-time position of 40 hours per week
• Direct contract with our client
• Many opportunities for learning and development
• Chance for growing into more senior positions

You will be working at the Paperbags department of one of Europe's most advanced and highly automated printing companies. The machinery at this department is a little less complex than some of the site's digital printing systems. However, because there is no OEM support for the equipment, your new department requires a high level of technical ownership. That means as a Technical Operator you are asked to think independently, assess problems and make well-considered decisions to maintain production continuity. A great responsibility, but your new employer trusts you and your colleagues will work together to keep customer deliveries on schedule!

That also means that there is a lot of room for continuous learning, ownership and internal development at the company. If you do well, you will even be able to grow into more senior technical positions!

Working hours

In this full-time position you will be working in four shifts.

Your experience and education:

• At least an mbo level 4 education in a technical discipline, preferably Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Technology or Graphic Technology, OR equivalent practical experience
• At least one year of experience as an Operator or Technician within a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and technical troubleshooting
• Willingness to work in a 4-shift rotation
• Good command of the English level, because you will be communicating in this language mainly
• You are super handy with mechanics, and you know exactly how to diagnose and resolve machine-related issues on your own
• You know your way around a dynamic manufacturing environment and know how to prioritize production, maintenance and safety

If you also have the following, be sure to let us know during the application process, as it is a plus:

• Experience within printing, packaging, paper converting or other high volume production environments
• Experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies, Root Cause Analysis, NEN3140 or VOP certification
• Command of the Dutch, German, and/or Polish language

Additionally, you would describe yourself as someone who:

• Remains calm in any situation
• Communicates clearly during technical escalations and shift handovers
• Thinks of practical solutions for any issue, even if there is no procedure
• Takes responsibility: you make sure the production line is always running smoothly
• Puts customer delivery first, while maintaining great product quality and operational safety
• Always looks for improvements, both in the production process and in their own
• Enjoys coaching colleagues and sharing practical knowledge
• Works well with other colleagues from different departments

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