Operations Expert

About the Role

Do you know your machines inside and out and ensure they run smoothly at all times? For our cheese packaging center in Wolvega, we are looking for an Operations Expert who serves as a specialist for our packaging lines. The factory doesn't run without you!

As an expert in your field, you possess extensive technological knowledge of our packaging lines, enabling you to analyze problems systematically and resolve them quickly. You often form a crucial link between the Line Operator and technician to jointly resolve issues.

For more complex line malfunctions, you will be deployed to identify the root cause of deviations and resolve them, sometimes in collaboration with a technician or supplier. You proactively identify potential deviations that threaten the continuity of our processes and take adequate action.

You have specialist knowledge of technologies used on our packaging lines, such as Multivac, Weber, and various other machines. You are eager to further specialize through training and self-study. You have an eye for potential line improvements and proactively contribute to continuous improvement (CI) projects.

Staying true to who you really are, that is your starting point at FrieslandCampina. By embracing our differences, we can grow together. We aim to create a working environment that allows all employees to bring their best and authentic selves. If our culture suits you, but you're not sure if you're the best fit for this role, we still encourage you to apply so we can help you find the role that fits you best.

What We Ask

• Fluent in both Dutch and English.
• MBO-level work and thinking ability.
• Available to work in a three-shift system (06:00-14:00, 14:00-22:00, 22:00-06:00).
• Experience in the food industry, particularly in packaging, is a plus.

What We Offer

• This position is classified in CAO KPH scale D (€3,467.57 to €3,845.39, including an average 20% shift allowance); your salary will be based on your experience and education.
• A unique culture stemming from FrieslandCampina's Dutch roots, now an international organization with branches worldwide.
• A pleasant work/private balance, market-conform salary, and excellent secondary benefits.
• Diverse training and coaching programs to support your development and professional career path.
• Strong encouragement for internal career growth within FrieslandCampina!
• An informal and friendly working environment where you collaborate with driven and professional colleagues.
• We provide trust and autonomy to generate long-term impact that contributes to better nutrition globally.

Team Details

You're probably curious about your future workplace. We're happy to tell you more: FrieslandCampina's small packaging center in Wolvega processes over 60,000 tons of cheese annually. We achieve this with more than 300 colleagues. Blocks of cheese arriving here are sliced, grated, and cut into snack-sized portions. You'll find products made in Wolvega on supermarket shelves locally and around the world. Curious about the factory where you might work?

Key skills/competency

• Operations Management
• Technical Troubleshooting
• Continuous Improvement
• Packaging Technology
• Food Safety Standards
• Problem Solving
• Machine Diagnostics
• Team Collaboration
• Process Optimization
• Preventive Maintenance