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Merck

Makes medicines, vaccines and animal treatments

Maintenance Work Planner

Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBoxmeer, NetherlandsIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A completed technical education at minimum MBO-4 level is required.
  • At least five years of experience as a work planner, preferably in pharmaceuticals, chemicals, or food.
  • Broad technical knowledge of production installations, such as control and electrical engineering, fermenters, Cleaning in Place (CIP), and autoclaves.
  • Experience with maintenance planning and work-permit processes.
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills.
  • A continuous focus on quality, safety, and compliance.
  • Ability to read technical documentation in Dutch and English; German is preferred.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
  • A proactive and independent approach, with confidence in communication.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, coordinate, and deliver maintenance work and shutdowns for production equipment and installations.
  • Ensure the optimal availability and reliability of assets in accordance with GMP, HSE, and company guidelines.
  • Act as a technical expert in maintenance and installations, including Root Cause Analysis and HAZOPs.
  • Analyze maintenance processes and initiate improvements.
  • Coordinate and plan work with internal stakeholders, contractors, and engineering.
  • Direct and guide technicians and external contractors during work execution.
  • Maintain contact with external suppliers and oversee the quality of their work.
  • Support modifications and investment projects.
  • Prepare procedures, work documentation, and maintenance plans.
  • Provide technical advice and training when needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with systems such as SAP PM, Microsoft Office, and/or Microsoft Project is preferred.
  • German-language ability is preferred.

About the Company

Merck

Makes medicines, vaccines and animal treatments

Merck develops prescription medicines, vaccines and veterinary treatments for patients, health systems and animal owners worldwide. Its vaccine portfolio includes Gardasil 9, which helps prevent cancers and other diseases caused by several types of human papillomavirus. The company takes potential treatments through laboratory research and clinical trials, then manufactures and sells approved products to drug distributors, hospitals, physicians and governments. Its animal health division sells medicines and vaccines to veterinarians, farmers and pet owners, while selected drug partnerships also earn shared profits or royalties. Founded in 1891, Merck is headquartered in Rahway, New Jersey.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Rahway, NJ
Founded
1891

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