Manager OT & Engineering

As Manager Engineering, you will shape and implement the strategic direction for Operational Technology (OT) and preventive/predictive maintenance across our two cutting-edge cheese packaging sites in Wolvega and Leerdam.

Your mission: to drive cost-effective equipment performance, reduce downtime, and ensure our technical assets meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
You’ll report into Multisite Technical Services Manager and collaborate closely with the two Team Leads Maintenance at each location, forming a strong technical backbone for our operations.

Ce que nous demandons

• A Bachelor’s degree (HBO) with 10+ years of experience, or a Master’s degree (WO) with 7+ years of experience in engineering or a related field.
• Deep knowledge of OT systems and maintenance processes in a production environment.
• At least 7 years of leadership experience, with a proven ability to manage and develop technical teams.
• Strong strategic thinking and execution skills, especially in implementing long-term technical roadmaps.
• Excellent communication and reporting abilities, with a knack for stakeholder alignment.
• Solid planning, organizational, and project management capabilities.

Ce que nous offrons

• An unique company culture rooted in Dutch heritage with a strong international presence.
• 38-hour workweek, with a focus on work-life balance.
• A competitive salary and benefits package, including a company car, 8% holiday allowance, 5% year-end allowance, bonus scheme, and pension plan.
• Access to training and mentoring programs tailored to your professional growth.
• Opportunities for cross-disciplinary development within a global organization.
• A collaborative and informal work environment, with professional peers who challenge and support you.
• The freedom and trust to make a long-term impact—helping us deliver better nutrition to the world.

Description du poste vacant

Strategic Maintenance & OT Leadership

• Design and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Develop and roll out a unified OT strategy across both sites, aiming for standardization and efficiency.

Team Management & Collaboration

• Lead a team of 12 FTE, including reliability, maintenance, and OT engineers.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure seamless operations and technical alignment.

Asset Lifecycle & Optimization

• Oversee the full lifecycle of equipment—from procurement to maintenance and eventual replacement.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, equipment status, and spare parts inventory.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process optimization and technical innovation.
• Introduce new technologies and engineering methods to elevate maintenance and OT practices.

Détails de l'équipe

At FrieslandCampina, we’re more than just a dairy company. We’re a community of passionate people working together to make a difference—from our farmers to our employees, and from our partners to our consumers.

You’ll be part of a team that values diversity, ownership, and impact. We believe in empowering our people to shape their careers and contribute to something bigger.

Our Sites

• Leerdam: Specializes in packing whole cheeses, blocks, and wedges for global export.
• Wolvega: Focuses on sliced and grated cheese for the European market.

Together, these sites operate 24/5, employ over 650 people, and package more than 165 kton of cheese annually. We serve top retailers like Aldi, Lidl, Rewe, Carrefour, Mercadona, Sainsbury’s, and Costco, as well as our own brands like Frico, Milner, and NoyNoy.