Senior Warehouse Operator

• A completed MBO-4 education, preferably in Logistics, Technology, or similar
• Multiple years of experience within a logistics environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical, chemical, food, high-tech, or manufacturing industry;
• Experience with coaching, guiding, and developing colleagues
• Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems
• Experience with or affinity for Lean, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement
• An eye for quality, safety, and accuracy within regulated working environments
• Good command of the Dutch language, both spoken and written
• Willingness to work in the day shift and occasionally provide support on weekends

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• A competitive salary appropriate to your knowledge and experience
• 3% year-end bonus and an annual bonus based on individual and company results
• Minimum 35.5 vacation days
• Travel allowance and a solid pension scheme
• A high-quality company restaurant with fresh and healthy choices daily
• Excellent accessibility by train and car; the station is located directly next to our location
• A contribution to your sports membership to support your vitality
• Access to mental well-being support via Lyra Health for you and your family members
• A quiet room for prayer, meditation, or reflection
• A beautiful private park on the premises for a walk or relaxing break
• Ample opportunities for career growth and development within the organization
• An inclusive working environment where differences are valued and everyone can be themselves

Job Description

Do you ensure that everything continues to run smoothly in a dynamic logistics environment?

Are you an experienced logistics professional who gets energy from guiding colleagues, improving processes, and creating structure in a complex operation? Do you want to work in an environment where your expertise contributes directly to the health and well-being of animals worldwide? Then we would love to meet you. For our logistics team, we are looking for a:

• Coordinating daily activities on the shop floor and acting as the first point of contact for operators and internal stakeholders
• Preparing daily schedules and contributing to the weekly personnel planning
• Coaching, guiding, and training operators through on-the-job guidance
• Monitoring the progress of logistics processes and identifying deviations in a timely manner
• Registering, following up, and coordinating deviations in the areas of orders, safety, and quality
• Drafting, improving, and ensuring work instructions and standard operating methods
• Coordinating maintenance activities in collaboration with the technical service
• Supporting the analysis of process disruptions and contributing to structural solutions
• Initiating and guiding improvement activities within Lean, 5S, Kaizen, and SPS projects
• Replacing the Operational Coach during their absence
• Fulfilling responsibilities in the area of Safety, Health & Environment (SHE), with the aim of ensuring a safe and sustainable working environment.

As a Senior Warehouse Operator, you are an important link within a team of approximately twenty colleagues. You combine operational activities with a coordinating and coaching role. You are visibly present on the shop floor, supporting colleagues in their daily tasks, and actively contributing to a safe, efficient, and pleasant working environment.

You work closely with various internal stakeholders, including the packaging department, technical service, and other logistics teams. Additionally, you play an active role in optimizing work processes and further developing colleagues.

You are someone who likes to take responsibility and help others be successful. You know how to maintain an overview, communicate easily with different target groups, and feel at home in an environment where no two days are the same.

You will join an international and innovative working environment where collaboration, development, and respect are central. We invest in your growth through training, coaching, and challenging projects. Additionally, you will be given the space to make an impact within a logistics operation that makes a direct contribution to the health of animals worldwide. Together, we work towards an environment in which everyone can be themselves, feels valued, and gets the chance to get the best out of themselves.

Our Animal Health division is a leading global organization in veterinary healthcare. With our medicines, vaccines, technologies, and health solutions, we support veterinarians, livestock farmers, pet owners, and governments in improving animal welfare and animal health.

Together, we work toward healthier animals, a more sustainable food chain, and a better future for humans and animals. Our products are available in approximately 150 markets worldwide and are supported by extensive investments in research, development, and innovation.

Send your inquiry, along with the vacancy number and the title of the vacancy, to:

Applications can only be submitted via our website.

We believe that a diverse organization is stronger, more innovative, and more successful. Therefore, we welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, cultural background, ability, sexual orientation, or religious belief. We are curious about your talents, experience, and unique perspective.

Coaching, Continuous Improvement Techniques, Focused Improvement, Freight Payment, Good Distribution Practice (GDP), Logistics, Materials Handling, Product Verification, Safety Procedures, Shipping and Receiving, Warehouse Management

Regular

Not Applicable

12/9/2026