Technical Production Operator – Automated Lines

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES; Breda; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Healthy company restaurant

13th month salary

Holiday pay

Shift allowance

Job summary

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES in Breda, Netherlands, is seeking a Technical Operator for automated production lines in a GMP-regulated facility. You will operate, monitor, and optimise fully automated systems, ensuring product quality, safety, and compliance while contributing to root cause analysis and continuous improvement.

You'll set up lines, perform changeovers, troubleshoot disturbances, maintain equipment, and record data in SAP/MES.

Qualifications

• Experience in automated production environments, preferably in assembly, labelling or packaging.
• Experience with RCA and 5WHY for structured troubleshooting.
• GMP experience is advantageous in a regulated environment.
• Familiarity with SAP and/or MES systems.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated production equipment for safe, reliable, and efficient performance.
• Perform equipment set-ups, changeovers, line cleaning, and line clearances.
• Troubleshoot process disturbances and restore equipment and production performance.
• Maintain production equipment and perform minor mechanical adjustments.
• Adjust parameters to optimise equipment and line performance.
• Record and verify production data in SAP and MES.
• Support deviation management and triage activities.
• Conduct root cause analysis using RCA and 5WHY.
• Contribute to Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all activities comply with GMP and quality standards.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Mechanical skills

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Education

MBO or equivalent technical education

Tools

SAP

MES

Job description

The company

Our client is a large international biotechnology organisation focused on developing and delivering innovative medicines to patients worldwide. The manufacturing site plays an important role in the global supply chain, where medicines are labelled, assembled, stored, and shipped to countries around the world. The organisation operates in a diverse and highly regulated environment, with a strong focus on safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Role Description

As a Technical Operator on automated production lines, you will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and optimising fully automated production systems in a GMP-regulated environment. You will combine technical expertise with operational discipline to ensure equipment performance, product quality, safety, and compliance. You will also contribute to troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated production equipment and lines to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient performance.
• Perform equipment set-ups, changeovers, line cleaning, and line clearances in accordance with established procedures.
• Troubleshoot process disturbances and take appropriate actions to restore equipment and production performance.
• Maintain production equipment and perform minor mechanical adjustments where required.
• Adjust mechanical and process parameters to optimise equipment and line performance.
• Record, verify, and maintain accurate production data in SAP and MES systems.
• Support deviation management and triage activities, ensuring issues are identified and addressed appropriately.
• Perform root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies such as RCA and 5WHY.
• Contribute to Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, reliability, and efficiency.
• Ensure all production activities are performed safely and in compliance with GMP and applicable quality standards.

Requirement

• MBO or equivalent technical education.
• Proven experience working in automated production environments, preferably within assembly, labelling, or packaging.
• Strong technical, mechanical, and analytical skills.
• Experience with structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis methodologies, such as RCA and 5WHY.
• Experience working in a highly regulated production environment; GMP experience is advantageous.
• Familiarity with SAP and/or MES systems.
• Strong sense of ownership and a structured, quality-driven approach to work.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Willingness and flexibility to work in 3-shift and 5-shift operations.

What you can expect

• Opportunities for learning, development, and career growth within a manufacturing environment.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas and improvements.
• Competitive total rewards package, including salary, bonus, fixed 13th month, and holiday pay.
• Additional compensation for working shifts.
• Strong focus on employee well-being, including access to an on-site gym and healthy company restaurant.