Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Engineering Technician

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader committed to helping people live healthier lives. At our Olst site in the Netherlands, we manufacture high‑quality pharmaceutical products in a highly regulated environment, where safety, quality, and continuous improvement are key.

The Role

As an Engineering Technician, you will support the reliability and performance of production and utility systems at our Olst manufacturing site. Working in full compliance with EHS, GMP, safety, and environmental regulations, you will play a hands‑on role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving technical installations.

Depending on your experience, the role may be more all‑round or more specialized, with opportunities to coordinate activities and support larger technical interventions.

Key Responsibilities

Troubleshoot technical issues and perform corrective and preventive maintenance
Analyze recurring failures and implement structural solutions
Support inspections, overhauls, modifications, and optimization activities
Accurately document work activities in line with GMP requirements
Coordinate and collaborate with internal colleagues and external contractors
Ensure safe, clean, and compliant workplaces before and during activities
Actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Promote a strong safety and quality culture on site

Your Profile

Technical education (vocational diploma or equivalent) in mechanics, electrical, mechatronics, automation, or similar
Experience in a production or regulated environment (pharma, food, medical devices is a strong advantage)
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Familiarity with safety procedures and technical documentation
Team‑oriented, proactive, and quality‑driven mindset
Good command of Dutch (English is an advantage)

What Abbott Offers

A stable position at a modern manufacturing site in Olst
Opportunities for professional growth and technical specialization
A strong safety‑first and collaborative culture
Competitive salary and benefits
Continuous learning and development opportunities

Our Values

We put patients first, act with integrity, work together, and continuously look for better ways to perform and improve.

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Facilities & Maintenance

DIVISION:

EPD Established Pharma

LOCATION:

Netherlands > Olst : OAA/OAB

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Not specified

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable

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