Pharma

Pharma

Process Operator Biotech

9052 ZWIJNAARDE
Optie vast contract
Secundair Onderwijs
35 u/week

Functieomschrijving

We’re seeking motivated individuals to join our mission of transforming the future of medicine. This is more than just employment—it’s a chance to grow your career in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment.

Whether you bring a secondary education with strong hands-on experience, or you’re a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree in life sciences, biotechnology, chemistry, or a related field, your skills are what count. Experience in cleanroom operations, pharmaceutical production, or chemical processing is a strong advantage—and we’d love to hear from you.

At our leading biotechnology company, we’re currently looking for dedicated process operators.

What you can expect in this role: Your journey begins with thorough training, where we introduce you to aseptic (germ-free) techniques and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)—the essential standards that guide our industry. You’ll master the critical procedures needed to ensure patient safety and product quality.

Once trained, you’ll become part of our energetic Operations team. Together with your colleagues and team leaders, you’ll carry out precise manual and aseptic production processes, always following proven procedures.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting aseptic and manual production processes
  • Working in a cleanroom laboratory environment
  • Performing production steps in controlled areas (grade A/B/C/D), such as spiking, media changes, cell culture, and freezing therapeutic products
  • Inspecting and maintaining equipment
  • Thorough cleaning and disinfection of materials
  • Assisting with transitions between production zones
  • Ensuring patients receive high-quality therapies on time

Profiel

  • A strong sense of responsibility and passion to make a difference in the lives of patients.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills with an attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures.
  • You speak very good English.
  • You thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to learn and grow in advanced biomanufacturing.
  • You like structure and order, are very accurate and are willing to work in an aseptic environment with appropriate sterile clothing.
  • You’re excited to work with cutting-edge equipment and technologies.
  • You hold a secondary education diploma and have initial experience in a lab or cleanroom or hospital environment, pharmaceutical manufacturing, chemical processing, or similar regulated industries you are also eligible. Alternatively, if you have a relevant 'graduaat' or a bachelor’s degree we would love to hear from you too. 
  • You are willing to work in a shift regime 4 days of working 4 days.

Aanbod

  • An attractive salary and a permanent contract after just 6 months!
  • Meal vouchers worth €7/day.
  • 100% reimbursement for your commuting expenses.
  • Excellent work-life balance thanks to the 4/4 shift system: Work 4 days (10 hours/day), followed by 4 days off. Be prepared to work across various shifts, including: 6:00-16:00, 7:00-17:00, 8:00-18:00, 10:00-20:00, 12:00-22:00, 14:00-00:00, 15:00-01:00 and 16:00-02:00
  • Shift premiums variable depending on the shift, and double remuneration for Sunday work - paid on the first inactivity day. 

  • Extensive on-the-job training – no prior experience required!
  • Opportunities for personal development and career growth.

Bedrijfsinfo

Our client, a biotech company based in Zwijnaarde, is a global biotechnology firm bringing innovative CAR-T cell therapy to Ghent. The company makes a daily difference in the lives of many patients suffering from cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

Currently in a phase of significant growth, they are looking for motivated and dedicated team members to join their mission.

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