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On-site in Boxmeer·Full-time·Added 3 days ago (last checked 6 Nov)
Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Boxmeer
- Contract
- Full-time
- Languages
- Dutch
- Experience
- 3+ years




Skills
Nice to have
This job advert was originally written in Dutch.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- A completed technical education at HBO level (higher professional education) or demonstrable HBO working and thinking level;
- Several years of leadership experience within a technical or production-oriented environment;
- Experience in a similar role within a complex production environment, preferably within Pharma, Life Sciences, or another regulated industry;
- Experience in analyzing technical issues and realizing structural improvements;
- Knowledge of GMP, safety, and maintenance processes;
- A coaching and result-oriented leadership style, combined with a strong safety awareness and the ability to further develop teams;
Nice to have
- Experience with SAP PM and a VCA VOL certificate are a plus.
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Employee Status: Regular
Languages
- Strong communication skills in both Dutch and English;
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
Working at our organization means working together for health in an international work environment with dedicated colleagues. You will be given all the space to develop yourself and show who you are. Furthermore, you can count on attractive employment conditions:
- Competitive salary depending on your knowledge and experience.
- 3% year-end bonus and an annual bonus based on individual and company results.
- At least 35.5 vacation days.
- Travel allowance and a solid pension scheme.
- A high-quality company restaurant with fresh and healthy daily options.
- Excellent accessibility: the train station is located directly at our main entrance and there is ample parking availability.
- A contribution to your personal gym membership to support your vitality.
- A beautiful private park on the premises, ideal for a walk, a break, or a moment of relaxation.
- Mental wellbeing support via Lyra Health for you and your family members.
- Access to a separate prayer/meditation room.
- Extensive growth opportunities thanks to the size of the site and the presence of many disciplines and global departments represented in Boxmeer.
- A workplace within an organization that is continuously growing and evolving.
The role
Job Description
Do you have extensive leadership experience within a technical environment and do you get energy from developing people and improving processes? Are you a coaching leader who stimulates ownership, achieves results, and turns technical challenges into sustainable solutions? Then we would like to meet you.
What you'll do
As a Maintenance Supervisor you lead a team of (Senior) Maintenance Technicians and are responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient execution of all maintenance activities.
You coach, guide, and develop your team and ensure that preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance, as well as technical modifications, are carried out according to schedule and the applicable quality and safety guidelines. In doing so, you manage performance, quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Additionally, you support the M&R Lead with technical and operational issues and act as the first point of contact during their absence. You analyze complex malfunctions, initiate improvements, and translate technical issues into sustainable solutions. In this role, you work within a GMP-regulated production environment with diverse installations and techniques, including HVAC, pneumatic, hydraulic, control, and refrigeration systems.
As a visible leader, you create engagement within the team, stimulate ownership, and know how to find the right balance between daily operations and continuous improvement. You maintain an overview, set priorities, and build bridges between different departments to achieve results together.
Animal Health
Our Animal Health division is a trusted world leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to preserving and improving the health, welfare, and performance of animals and the people who care for them. We are a global team of professionals working together to make a positive impact on animal care and the world's food supply, and we have a deep sense of responsibility to our customers, consumers, animals, society, and our planet. Through our commitment to The Science of Healthier Animals®, we offer veterinarians, farmers, pet owners, and governments one of the broadest ranges of veterinary medicines, vaccines, and health management solutions and services, as well as an extensive offering of digitally connected identification, traceability, and monitoring products. We invest in dynamic and extensive R&D resources and a modern, global supply chain. We are active in more than 50 countries, while our products are available in approximately 150 markets.
Do you have questions about this vacancy?
Please send your inquiry, including the vacancy number and the vacancy title, to the following email address: RecruitmentNL@MSD.com.
Applications can only be submitted via our careersite.
Required Skills
Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Mechanical Troubleshooting, Pharmaceutical Industry, Plant Maintenance, Pneumatic Systems, Preventive Maintenance, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Engineering, Safety Compliance, SAP PM Module, Technical Knowledge, Utilities Management
Travel Requirements
Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable
Hazardous Material(s)
Job Posting End Date: 11/26/2026
About MSD
- Industry
- Pharma
- Founded
- 1891
- Employees
- 50,000–100,000
- Headquarters
- Rahway, USA
In their own words
About the company & team
The Maintenance & Reliability department supports various production departments in technical matters. The department plays an essential role in ensuring the reliability, availability, and sustainability of production installations and utilities. By continuously investing in maintenance, improvements, and technical expertise, we make a direct contribution to stable and efficient vaccine production.