Associate Specialist Quality
Job Description
Are you looking for a role where you help maintain and improve key Quality Systems within a growing manufacturing environment? At our Animal Health site in Boxmeer, we are hiring an Associate Specialist Quality to support compliant and reliable operations. This role offers the opportunity to play an important part in strengthening the site’s quality foundation.
For our Animal Health location Boxmeer, we are currently recruiting an Associate Specialist Quality
Purpose of the Role
This role ensures strong cGMP compliance and effective operation of the assigned Quality Systems for our new manufacturing site. You will help implement, maintain, and further develop these systems in alignment with the Site QMS strategy, while contributing to global harmonization through participation in Global Compliance Work Committees.
Success in this role requires a proactive, analytical, and solution‑oriented mindset. You bring a can‑do attitude, work confidently with data, and consistently focus on delivering high‑quality support to stakeholders. Strong communication skills, the ability to collaborate across functions, and a balanced approach to both people‑ and task‑oriented work are key.
Welcome to our team
Our production facilities in Boxmeer are part of our global animal health production network and manufacture and package animal health products according to Good Manufacturing Practice standards (GMP). Currently, we are investing in a new EU- and FDA-compliant manufacturing facility and powder filling line in Boxmeer to bring our latest animal health innovations to market. Once the plant is fully operational (expected in 2030), it will create about 80–100 FTE jobs. The facility will include dedicated warehouse, manufacturing, quality, and packaging & labeling teams to deliver high-quality, compliant products. To accelerate delivery of robust, compliant and future-proof Quality Systems that will enable safe and compliant product manufacture, we are looking for an Associate Specialist Quality.
Key tasks and responsibilities
- Maintain and improve assigned Quality Systems to ensure cGMP‑compliant, robust performance.
- Act as SSO/SSO‑delegate and demonstrate strong system ownership.
- Monitor system performance and drive continuous improvement and inspection readiness.
- Support audits, inspections, investigations, CAPA processes, and GMP documentation.
- Provide system expertise for investment projects and review validation/qualification records.
- Support supplier management, change control, and key site quality programs (SMF, CCS, VMP, Compliance Plan).
- Assist with intercompany complaints and inter‑site coordination.
- Promote and uphold a strong safety culture.
What we ask
- Bachelor Degree in a relevant scientific discipline (BSc in Chemistry, Process Technology or similar).
- Experienced in GMP/Quality related role (3 – 5 Years), experienced in GxP (preferably EU and FDA), preferably experience in a quality control environment.
- Knowledge of internal and external compliance requirements and quality guidelines;
- Project management understanding and capable to fulfill project team roll
- Developing auditing skills.
- Fluent in English and Dutch (or willing and able to learn Dutch quickly).
- Based within a reasonable commuting distance of Boxmeer and available onsite at least four days per week.
What we offer
The opportunity to step into a new, hands‑on position where you’ll work independently, collaborate across functions and take on real leadership responsibilities. Our benefits are very competitive, and the summary below will give you an idea of what you can expect.
- Competitive salary based on your knowledge and experience.
- 3% year-end payment and an annual bonus based on personal and company performance.
- At least 35.5 days of paid leave.
- Travel allowance and a solid pension scheme.
- A high-quality company restaurant offering fresh and healthy options daily.
- Excellent accessibility: the train station is located directly at our main entrance and there is ample parking available.
- A contribution toward your personal sports membership to support your vitality.
- A beautiful private park on the premises, ideal for a walk, break, or moment of relaxation.
- Mental well-being support through Lyra Health for you and your family members.
- Access to a dedicated prayer and meditation room.
- Extensive development opportunities thanks to the size of the site and the presence of many disciplines and global departments represented in Boxmeer.
- A workplace within an organization that is continuously growing and evolving.
For questions about this vacancy
Please send an email including the vacancy number and job title to the following email address: RecruitmentNL@MSD.com
Applications can only be submitted through our career site.
Animal Health
Our Animal Health Division is a trusted global leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to preserving and improving health, well-being, and performance of animals and the people who care for them. We are a global team of professionals working together to make a positive difference in animal care and the world’s food supply and have a deep sense of responsibility towards our customers, consumers, animals, society, and our planet.
Through our commitment to The Science of Healthier Animals®, we offer veterinarians, farmers, pet owners and governments one of the widest ranges of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and health management solutions and services as well as an extensive suite of digitally connected identification, traceability and monitoring products. We invest in dynamic and comprehensive R&D resources and a modern, global supply chain. We are present in more than 50 countries, while our products are available in some 150 markets.
Required Skills:
Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Aseptic Filling, cGMP Compliance, Change Management, Communication, Complaint Management, Contamination Control, Continuous Process Improvement, Decision Making, Deviation Management, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Internal Auditing, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Auditing, Quality Management, Quality Management Standards, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Quality Standards, Quality Support, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Safety Awareness, Safety Culture, Supplier Management, Supplier Relationship Management {+ 5 more}
Preferred Skills:
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Employee Status:
Regular
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Job Posting End Date:
03/17/2026*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.
Requisition ID: R385110