Job Description
Join a team responsible for quality oversight and final release of APIs, ensuring reliable supplies in compliance with applicable global regulations. This team supports a leading global pharmaceutical manufacturing facility that serves as a Centre of Excellence for the development and manufacturing of Synthetic APIs.
As an MES Quality Engineer, your primary focus will be the digital compliance and quality assurance of manufacturing systems. You will play a critical role in the review and approval of Master Batch Records and Recipes to ensure timely production of a commercial API product portfolio while maintaining strict regulatory standards and fostering strong collaborations across business and quality partners.
Must-have Requirements
* Hands-on proficiency with the PAS-X Manufacturing Execution System (MES) is required
* Minimum of 3 years of experience in Chemical and/or Pharmaceutical Supply Chain and/or Quality Assurance
* Minimum 5 years of experience overall
* A strong understanding of GMP production systems and their operation
Essential Requirements
* Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with a solutions-oriented, quality-focused mindset
* Professional proficiency in English is required
* Bachelor’s degree or higher in sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, pharmacy, information technology, engineering, or a related field)
Preferred Requirements
* Familiarity with the Delta-V system is a plus
* Knowledge of API manufacturing and/or cleaning validation is a plus
* Experience writing, reviewing, and approving relevant QA procedures and supporting smaller optimization projects
* Proven track record of working independently while maintaining effective communication with key stakeholders
* Proficiency in Dutch is preferred to ease communication with local shop-floor operations
Practicalities
* Start Date: 01/07/2026
* Contract Duration: 12 months
* Type: On-site
* Location: Geel, Belgium
* Additional: This role interfaces closely with automation and operations, requiring an eye for detail in a fast-paced environment.
Interested?
Interviews and offers can move quickly. Send your CV to Oluali Titelman at o.titelman@panda-int.com or call +31 (0)20 2044 502 today to secure your spot in the process.