Job detail for Manager Operations

Job Description

Do you want to develop a team and yourself in a dynamic, international pharmaceutical production environment where no two days are the same? Then apply immediately!

For the IPT Blister department, we are looking for a: Manager Operations

Welcome to our team

We have three production departments in Haarlem, and for each department—Vaccines, Blister, and Specialties—there are packaging lines that are highly diverse in terms of operation and technology. These are used to package all components and medicines, including patient information leaflets, into the final product that everyone knows from the pharmacy. Together with your fellow managers, you are responsible for 10 to 12 packaging lines with a total of approximately 35 Operators.

The role

As Manager Operations, you are responsible for our daily production; this is a shop-floor-oriented role. You focus on daily objectives regarding safety, quality, people management, and optimal planning. An important aspect is that you, together with your team, ensure that the required output is achieved. You also ensure that your team is trained to operate the lines, perform changeovers, and execute the TIER process.

The Manager Operations reports to the Associate Director Operations. Production takes place in a 3-shift system.

**Tasks and **

• You lead approximately 10-12 Operators and make an active contribution to their further personal development.
• You initiate and manage improvement projects in the areas of technology, quality, and safety based on MPS methodologies.
• You ensure that quality procedures and guidelines according to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) are followed and that your team members always work safely.
• You collaborate with specialists in the fields of improvement, engineering, quality, and EHS.
• You are responsible for achieving production and cost objectives without compromising the safety and quality of the product.

Your profile

• A completed Bachelor (BSc) or Master (MSc) degree in a technical, business, life sciences, or related field, OR
• Several years of work experience as a people manager and the ability to coach a team toward increasing independence.
• A discussion partner for all levels, capable of setting priorities well and making the right trade-offs under time pressure.
• Demonstrable technical affinity and good project management skills.
• Good command of the Dutch and English language, both spoken and written.

We offer

Working at our organization means working together on health in an international work environment with dedicated colleagues. You get plenty of room to develop yourself and show who you are. Furthermore, you can count on attractive employment conditions, including:

• A competitive salary
• 35.5 vacation days
• 8% holiday allowance and 3% end-of-year bonus
• Shift allowance
• An excellent pension
• A high-quality company restaurant with fresh and healthy options every day.
• On-site sports facilities with classes in boxing, Zumba, and Pilates.
• Excellent coffee prepared by a professional barista.
• Game room with a pool table and a ping-pong table.
• Mental well-being support via Lyra Health for you and your family members.
• Access to a separate prayer/meditation room.

Do you have questions about this vacancy?

Send your question, including the vacancy number and job title, to: RecruitmentNL@MSD.com.

Applications can only be submitted via our website.

Required Skills:

Aseptic Manufacturing, cGMP Compliance, Interpersonal Relationships, Inventory Management, Manufacturing Quality Control, Operational Excellence, Packaging Operations, People Leadership, Process Engineering, Process Improvements

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

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Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date:

10/26/2026

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