job specification

MCO Health BV (part of the Nestlé group) is a leading player in the field of nutritional supplements and is active in the Netherlands with advisory brands such as Orthica, Solgar, Pure and AOV. MCO is part of the Swiss-based Nestlé Nutrition & Health. MCO has set itself the goal of safeguarding optimal human health. Our dedication to good health means more than simply offering some of the most effective nutritional products. We want to help people become as healthy as possible. We do this together with our team of 120 employees, based in Almere, all of whom share an affinity with good nutrition and/or a healthy lifestyle.

Shape the factory of the future!

At MCO Health, performance is not just about today it’s about building a factory that continuously improves, adapts and delivers. As Operations Excellence Manager, you play a key role in this transformation. You define how we work, how we improve and how we unlock the full potential of our people, processes and performance.

As Operations Excellence Manager, you have the following responsibilities:

• Translate factory priorities into a clear and actionable Operations roadmap;
• Ensure alignment between factory execution and market and zone strategy;
• Embed continuous excellence and frontline ownership into daily operations;
• Lead performance improvement initiatives and deliver measurable value across safety, quality, service and cost;
• Implement structured governance, routines and problem solving;
• Accelerate the adoption of digital tools and strengthen data-driven decision making.
• Deploy TPM 7+4 and ensure capability building aligned to business priorities;
• Enable data-driven decision making through digital tools adoption;
• Run initiatives to improve industrial performance of the factory (examples are nominal speed management and improvement increase, capacity management and improvement)
• Foster a performance-driven culture with strong governance and accountability.

You report to the Factory Manager and are part of the management team at the Almere factory.

What we are looking for:

• bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or a related field;
• strong experience in a manufacturing environment;
• proven track record in continuous improvement (TPM / Lean);
• ability to drive change and influence stakeholders;
• strong analytical mindset combined with a hands-on approach;
• affinity with digital tools and data-driven ways of working.

The job offers more than just a challenge:

• A full-time position;
• Bonus 8% and 8% holiday allowance;
• 25 vacation days and 3 additional leave days;
• Discount on MCO Health products;
• Mobility program and development opportunities;
• A professional environment with strong team spirit.

Respect is at the heart of Nestlé's culture. We value diversity as an essential part of our culture. Embracing people's differences is what drives our product development and workplace dynamics. It is important that everyone feels accepted, comfortable and safe at Nestlé. Regardless their gender, religion, cultural background, age, disability, or who they love. We strongly believe that diversity fuels creativity, innovation, and moves our organization forward. That's why we're actively fostering a culture and leadership that offers equal opportunities for all.

More reasons to work at Nestlé:

• Our slogan is 'Boost your development, fuel your curiosity and be future ready'. We offer impactful training and development programs and coaching to help you upgrade your skills and take your career to the next level;
• Your well-being is our priority. We support this with various activities, such as our Employee Assistance Program;
• At the office, you can enjoy fresh vegetables and fruits “Good Food Good Life";
• Within the Nestlé culture, we believe it is important for you to be yourself. Do you have a passion for DE&I? Join our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Ambassadors;
• You contribute to Nestlé's mission to improve the quality of life and make a positive impact on the future.

Applying for the role of Operations Excellence Manager?

We would gladly receive your CV and motivation. We use an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tool to schedule interviews with our candidates. So keep an eye on your email for the interview invitation! When registering your application, you will be asked if we may send you whatsapp messages; if you answer 'yes' to this, you will receive communication via whatsapp in addition to messages via email. Communication through our AI tool is in English, but our recruiters speak both English and Dutch.

Note: Interim CVs will not be processed.