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Developing a future-proof maintenance strategy.
We are looking for a Manager
Technical Service & Engineering
(Fulltime 37.5 hours)
At Verstegen Spices & Sauces, we are at a pivotal moment in our development. For many years, the focus was primarily on operation, production, and problem-solving. Now is the time to further professionalize, automate, and build for the future.That's why we are looking for a Technical Services & Engineering Manager who will not only ensure the factory continues to operate, but, more importantly, someone who brings vision. Someone who can organize maintenance more intelligently, structure investments, and help the technical organization grow to a higher level.A key role, therefore, with a direct impact on continuity, safety, automation, and the future of our production environment.
Your challenges:
At Verstegen, you will be responsible for a technical organization comprising breakdown maintenance, preventive maintenance, engineering, and facility management.The foundations are strong, and there is a great deal of knowledge and loyalty within the team. At the same time, there is a significant challenge regarding professionalization, maintenance strategy, investment projects, and the technical roadmap.While we often work reactively now, we aim to grow into an organization that looks ahead, plans, and makes structural improvements.Consider questions such as:● How can we organize preventive maintenance more intelligently?● Which machines or lines need to be replaced in the coming years?● How can we further automate within our factories?● How do we ensure that investment projects are approached more professionally?● How do we prepare Verstegen technically for further growth?
What are you going to do?
You are responsible for the complete technical organization of both factories in Rotterdam. In this role, you directly manage multiple team leaders and specialists in maintenance, engineering, and facility management. You interact daily with production, supply chain, QA, operations, and management. You are not only a manager but also a sparring partner and driving force. Your responsibilities include:
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Further development of preventive maintenance and maintenance plans.
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Reducing malfunctions and increasing technical availability.
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Drawing up technical master plans and investment roadmaps.
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Leading engineering and automation projects.
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Professionalizing project management within technical investments.
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Managing CAPEX projects up to approximately €7.5 to €10 million.
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Coaching and developing team leaders and technical specialists.
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Improving collaboration between the Technical Department, production, and other departments.
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Monitoring machine safety, ATEX, compliance, and food safety.
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Managing maintenance and investment budgets.
What are you bringing?
We are not looking for a manager who only directs from the office. We are looking for someone who is strategically strong, but also understands how a factory works. Someone who can discuss technical matters with mechanics and present an investment plan to management. You don't have to solve every malfunction yourself, but you do understand the dynamics of a technical service department in a production environment.
● Bachelor's or Master's degree level of working and thinking in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics or industrial automation.
● Minimum of 5 years of experience in a technical leadership role within the production or process industry.
● Experience with maintenance management and technical investment projects.
● Preferably experience within food, FMCG or the process industry.
● Knowledge of maintenance strategies, automation and asset management.
● Experience with project management and CAPEX processes.
● Strong communication skills at various levels.
● Experience with coaching technical teams.
What makes this role interesting?
This role is interesting for someone who genuinely wants to influence the direction of a production organization. You won't end up in a fully regulated corporate environment where everything is already established. On the contrary. Here, there's room to build something, make choices, and achieve visible impact.
At Verstegen, significant investments and automation challenges are currently underway, including the further development of the sauce factory and future modernization of the dry factory.
This means:
● Plenty of scope to implement your technical vision.
● Significant influence on investments and automation.
● An organization willing to invest.
● An environment with substantial improvement potential.
● Direct interaction with the COO and senior management.
● A combination of strategy, technology, leadership, and operations.
What do you get from us?
● Salary up to €10,258 gross per month.
● 8.33% holiday pay and a €900 end-of-year bonus.
● 26 vacation days and the possibility of 10 extra days per year.
● Excellent pension scheme.
● Travel allowance of €0.23 per km.
● Career advancement opportunities and training possibilities.
● Discount on the entire Verstegen product range.
● Bicycle plan, company fitness, and a pleasant working atmosphere.
