Control Room Specialist, Haarlem, Noord-Holland

The Company
Our client is a leading global player in the chemical manufacturing industry, renowned for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. With a rich history of delivering high-quality products and services, they are dedicated to fostering a dynamic work environment that encourages growth and collaboration. 

Role description 

As a Control Room Specialist at an aseptic manufacturing site, your primary responsibility is to coordinate, manage, and monitor all production-related activities from a central Control Room. You will lead and guide a team of operators, specialists, and technicians, ensuring that production processes comply with quality standards, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety regulations, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This role operates on a 24/7 shift basis to ensure continuous monitoring and optimal production flow. 

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Shift Managers to coordinate and oversee production planning and personnel management.
• Monitor and adjust automated processes and workflows to ensure smooth production activities.
• Authorize production activities based on real-time analysis and measurement results.
• Operate and manage freeze dryers from the Control Room.
• Identify and report any deviations or malfunctions, halting operations if safety or procedural standards are compromised.
• Enforce and explain quality and safety regulations to all personnel.
• Coordinate with support departments to resolve equipment or process issues.
• Lead and guide a diverse team of operators, specialists, and technicians.
• Optimize production resources and schedule tasks efficiently.
• Monitor and evaluate data, documentation, and process reports.
• Generate and review batch documentation and track maintenance activities.
• Report incidents, deviations, and malfunctions through Trackwize.
• Handle MCPS alarms and evaluate PMS reports.
• Suggest improvements to enhance production processes.
• Collaborate with various departments to share knowledge and insights. 

Requirements

• HBO-level education or equivalent, preferably in Pharmacy, Chemical Technology, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of both aseptic and septic pharmaceutical processes.
• Familiarity with production control systems and planning techniques.
• Knowledge of quality assurance systems and Lean Six Sigma/Operational Excellence methodologies.
• Experience in a coordinating role within a production environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in English and Dutch, both spoken and written.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and reporting abilities.
• Ability to work well under pressure with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in knowledge transfer and team training.
• Results-driven with an understanding of cause and effect in production settings.
• Strong teamwork, leadership, and people management capabilities. 

Other information  
Apply to our vacancy for more information. Looking forward to getting in touch!  

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