About this role
Your key responsibilities include: Plan and Coordinate the preventative and curative maintenance activities Maintaining a general overview of automation, decide about the priority of maintenance requests, immediate troubleshooting, when necessary Brief the supervisors and technicians about critical activities Follow up that all activities are carried out according the GMP and safety rules Follow up the (curative) interventions and communicate progress to the responsables in production. Organize planning meetings with departments on regular basis to discuss outstanding works. Coordinate maintenance activities where necessary, with mechanical, instrument & electrical colleagues Write validation documents, procedures, SOP’s and review them Preparing and follow-up of shut downs Set up and participate in CI projects concerning proces automation to optimize production yields and operating comfort, Investigate new technologies and innovation projects Analyse the requirements for new investments, replacements or installation upgrades Make up the user requirements document in order to ask supplier offers Facilitate ICT infrastructure Provide network cabling (fiber), access control of the plant, maintain server locations Contact and negotiate with suppliers and contractors, coordinate & Follow up of contractor activities, in specific automation consultants Remain informed about state-of-the-art technologies by information exchange with suppliers and contractors, evaluate and negotiate offers and select the supplier based on the technical requirements People and performance: direct and coach the N+1's in order to meet the goals Ensure good comprehension of the individual and team goals and the current procedures to be followed Follow up and discuss the individual performance and behaviour, Identify training needs and provide the necessary on the floor training and coaching Inspire, motivate and remove resources obstacles, build a team climate of trust and accountability Be back up for the electrical maintenance manager and availiable for interventions on site in case of production technical issues related to automation Your Profile Master Degree in Engineering or similar by experience Proven experience in automation & instrumentation, preferably in the pharma industry Leadership skills Proficient communication in Dutch and English (written and spoken) Knows how to deal with pressure and deadlines, sets the right priorities, resilient attitude Excellent IT Skills, knowledge of automation systems and programming PLC and DCS systems Knowledge of building management system software Preferably knowledge of GAMP, SAP Experience with Operational Excellence (Lean/Sigma) is an asset. Our Offer A technically challenging role within an international and stable company that holds a leading position in the pharmaceutical industry. A dynamic and collaborative work environment with a strong focus on support, training, and personal development. An attractive salary package complemented by a comprehensive range of fringe benefits. Ajinomoto is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace and values the complementarity of diverse teams.