Sr Maintenance Technician

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Job Description

Join Amgen, a global leader in biotechnology, and become part of something bigger. Our shared mission to serve patients inspires us to deliver our best every day. We are a team of dedicated colleagues around the world—working together to research, produce, and distribute life-changing medicines to over 10 million people. This is your chance to build a career you can truly be proud of.

At Amgen Breda, based in the lively city of Breda, more than 1,000 professionals from 38 nationalities work together to label, assemble, store, and ship our medicines across the globe. Our focus areas include supply chain, manufacturing, marketing, sales, and clinical research for new treatments.

We are currently looking for a motivated: Senior Maintenance Technician

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What you will do
In this role, you will be an essential part of our maintenance department, making sure our modern packaging, labeling, and assembly machines—both semi- and fully automated—keep running smoothly. You will also support warehousing and facilities operations.

As an all-round technician, you’ll build expertise in automated packaging equipment and use data to spot improvement opportunities. Your work directly impacts our ability to deliver life-saving medicines to patients around the world.
Amgen is investing in automation, robotics, and digital innovation.

It’s a great moment to join us—ready to take on a challenge and make a real difference?

As a Sr Maintenance Technician, you will:

• Carry out maintenance and perform analysis on a wide range of machines and systems.
• Work closely with production and quality teams to solve technical issues and set priorities.
• Support new equipment projects, including commissioning and mechanical validation.
• Train colleagues on the shopfloor in technical know-how.
• Look for ways to improve equipment reliability and support preventive maintenance.
• Work in 3 shifts, covering both corrective and preventive maintenance tasks.

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What we expect from you
To succeed in this role, you bring the following:

• MBO-level education, either through formal training or relevant work experience.
• Hands-on experience in a maintenance environment.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and mechatronic systems, with a willingness to learn more.
• A team mindset and strong communication skills in English (Dutch is a plus).
• Interest in continuous improvement, Lean thinking, and new technologies.
• Curiosity about robotics and automation.
• Preferably, experience with GMP or similar regulated environments.

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What you can expect from us
At Amgen, we support your personal and professional development—just as we focus on improving the lives of others. As one of the World’s Best Workplaces©, we offer:

• Lots of learning and growth opportunities, with potential career paths to Lead Technician, Maintenance Engineer, or other roles across the company.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace where your ideas matter.
• A solid Total Rewards package, including a competitive salary, 5% bonus target, fixed 13th month, holiday pay, and collective health insurance. Plus, a 31.1% shift allowance for 3-shift work.
• A focus on well-being, including access to an on-site gym, vitality programs, and a healthy company restaurant.

Join Amgen and take the next step in your career. As a Maintenance Technician, your work helps improve lives—and together, we can make a real impact.