Control Room Specialist, Haarlem, Noord-Holland

The Company
Our client is one of the global leaders in biopharmaceuticals and generics with the drive to provide quality medicines to improve the lives of patients all over the world. With over 100 years of experience in the field, they have curated a wide range of pharmaceutical products used by millions every day.

Role description
As a Control Room Specialist, you will take charge of coordinating, managing, and monitoring all process-related activities from the centralized Control Room at an aseptic manufacturing site. In this key role, you will lead a team of operators, specialists, and technicians while ensuring adherence to GMP guidelines, safety regulations, and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate personnel and production planning with Shift Managers
• Monitor automated processes and adjust workflows as needed
• Authorize production activities based on PMS and weighing results
• Operate and control freeze dryers remotely
• Identify and report deviations or malfunctions, halt processes when needed
• Enforce GMP, safety, and SOP compliance on the shop floor
• Collaborate with QA, QC, and Engineering teams to resolve issues
• Lead and guide operators, cleaners, and technicians functionally
• Manage documentation and batch report generation in the Control Room
• Log incidents in TrackWise, handle MCPS alarms, and assess PMS reports
• Propose process improvements and contribute to cross-functional collaboration

• HBO degree or equivalent in Pharmacy, Chemical Technology, or related field
• Experience with pharmaceutical (aseptic/septic) manufacturing processes
• Strong understanding of GMP, Lean Six Sigma, and production control systems
• Prior experience in a coordinating role within a production environment
• Strong communication skills in both Dutch and English
• Solid planning, analytical, and documentation skills
• Able to lead, train, and collaborate under pressure

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