Commissioning & Start-up Manager
Imagine achieving full production capacity of complex manufacturing installations; fast, first-time-right & globally! Open for the challenge of Vertical startups? Join our Global Projects team and make an impact on our global operations!
What we ask
- Academic degree in Mechanical Engineering, food technology, manufacturing or similar field
- Minimum 4 years of experience in commissioning of medium-large projects (>3MEUR) in manufacturing, preferably in FMCG
- Operational hands-on experience & mindset in commissioning, process technology, QA/QC
- Project management exposure gained from CapEx projects in a large multinational (preferably FMCG) or consulting firm
- Safety top of mind, seamless cross-functional collaboration and the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and cultures
- You are customer focused and able to act with speed and decisiveness to achieve the best results
- You take ownership for your work and are continuously looking for new opportunities to make a change
- You are able and willing to travel abroad (ca. 20%)
What we offer
- Unique company culture of Dutch heritage and international presence
- We offer great work life balance, and competitive salary & benefits package
- Diverse training and mentoring programs to help you grow on your own professional journey
- Exceptional support of cross disciplinary movement within the company to broaden your knowledge and growth paths
- A friendly and informal working environment, yet professional team members as sparring partners
- Autonomy and trust to create longer term impact that helps bring better nutrition to the world
Vacancy description
As a Commissioning & Start-up Manager, you will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth and efficient transition of our large-scale CapEx projects from construction to full production.
- Strategically plan for success: Define the commissioning and start-up plan and objectives during the project preparation phase, implementing a robust Front-End-Loading methodology.
- Lead execution with precision: Manage the implementation of the commissioning and start-up plan during project execution, ensuring adherence to plans, specifications, and all relevant regulations, with a strong focus on food safety and quality.
- Guarantee compliance and quality: Develop and execute a comprehensive validation plan for equipment, systems, and processes to meet regulatory requirements and product quality specifications.
- Empower operational readiness: Oversee the delivery of training plans, operating procedures, and project documentation to ensure a seamless operational start-up.
- Orchestrate collaborative success: Act as a key liaison between plant operations teams, suppliers, and contractors to effectively execute the commissioning and start-up plan.
- Drive project health: Maintain a clear overview of commissioning and start-up progress through diligent monitoring and reporting, proactively addressing challenges and implementing solutions to ensure project success.
- Champion global capability development: Contribute to the growth of CSU capabilities (skills, documentation, processes, and systems) at a global scale through training, standardization initiatives, and knowledge sharing, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Staying true to who you really are, that is your starting point at FrieslandCampina. Because it is precisely by embracing our differences that we can grow together. We want to create a working environment that allows all employees to bring their best and authentic selves. If who we are suits you, but you're not sure if you're the best fit for the role, we still encourage you to apply so we can help you find the role that fits you best.
Team Details
Global Projects, a key part of Global Supply Chain, is building the future of FrieslandCampina, by engineering and building production facilities worldwide. We leverage both proven and innovative technologies in our CapEx projects, lead supplier management, and set the standards for efficient and effective capital project management. Our team of project managers and engineers is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions that enable our company's success.