The roleYou plan and coordinate the maintenance activities and technical modifications of the mechanical teams to assure the well-functioning of production equipment and facilities.You coach & motivate a team of Mechanical Supervisors and Technicians (+/ 20 FTE).You initiate or participate in improvement projects concerning mechanical installations to optimize production yields and operating comfort.You analyse the needs for new investments, replacements or installation upgrades and manage new investment implementations.You contact and negotiate with suppliers/contractors and follow-up their activities on site.Your profileBachelor or Master Degree in (Electro)Mechanical EngineeringProven experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably in the chemical industryYou have experience within leading a technical teamYou have experience with project and change managementYou are an excellent communicator in Dutch and English (spoken and written)You know how to deal with pressure and deadlineYou can set the right priorities based on helicopter viewYou have excellent IT-skillsExperience with Operational Excellence (Lean/sigma) is an assetOur offerA technically challenging position at an international and stable company that holds a leading position in the pharmaceutical sector.A dynamic and collegial working environment with a strong focus on support, training, and personal development.An attractive salary package with extensive fringe benefits.Ajinomoto is committed to a safe, inclusive work environment and values the complementarity of diverse teams.We are on collective leave from 14/07/25 to 04/08/25. Applications will only be processed after 04/08/25.