About Vi Centra
Worldwide, over 30 million people with diabetes are insulin dependent. This means they need insulin to manage their blood glucose levels. They can either give themselves multiple daily injections, or use an insulin pump, which administers insulin on a continuous basis around the clock.

At Vi Centra, we’re on a mission to design an insulin pump that delivers not just a best-in-class performance, but also gives our users an experience that empowers and excites them. Something a bit different from the usual medical experience!

It’s simple really: people with diabetes are people – not patients.

Our philosophy is all about simplicity, helping to carry some of the weight of day-to-day diabetes management for the user, adding a splash of colour and a whole lot of freedom! Kaleido is one of the smallest insulin pumps in the world. We have 10 colour combinations, from bright and joyful to sleek and chic. We want our users to wear their Kaleido proudly. Its size makes Kaleido discreet and easy to wear, so Kaleidoers can forget about diabetes (for a while, at least!) and focus on what truly matters - living life on their own terms!

Vi Centra was founded in 2013 in the Netherlands, and while we still call Utrecht our home, we’ve now branched out to France and Germany, too. We're gearing up to spread our magic even further, with concrete plans to extend across Europe in 2024. We are CE marked, with in-house development and manufacturing, a state-of-the-art HQ, and a diverse and energetic team hailing from over 30 countries worldwide! We’re backed by heavyweight investors like EQT, INKEF, and Invest-NL, all helping us to launch our rocket ship journey and forge a steady course.

We’d love you to travel with us.


The position
We are seeking a continuous improvement engineer to join our vibrant medical device manufacturing organization . As a CI engineer you will be assessing opportunities to improve the overall effectiveness of the production lines, assuming individual processes are in place and managed by the process engineering team. Implementing the aforementioned opportunities end-to-end. Facilitating the adoption of Lean manufacturing principles and attitudes in the production team.

Main Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Leading and executing continuous improvement projects not directly impacting individual processes managed by the process engineering team (i.e. cleanroom gowning process improvements, optimisation of batch documentation, implementation of kanban systems, gemba walk participation)
• Facilitating the improvement of OEE by targeting improvements to availability and performance.
• Facilitating the adoption of Lean manufacturing principles and attitudes in the production team (i.e. coaching) and production processes.
• Supporting new product/process implementations to ensure Lean/Six Sigma principles/methodologies are adopted early on.
• Supporting project and process engineering departments with project work as required.
• Involvement in non-conformance & CAPA processes where related to non-production processes.
• Creating/revising work instructions and procedures.
• All work to be undertaken and completed with high level of accuracy and attention to detail within defined timescales.
• Undertaking tasks as instructed by the Production Manager.
• Working independently with minimal supervision as well as the ability to work closely with Engineering/Operations/Quality teams.
• Strict compliance with ISO 13485 through correct and complete use of Quality Controlled Procedures.
• Complying with all Company policies and procedures.
• Meeting overall business objectives

The ideal candidate to join our team should be energetic, positive and pro-active! You’ll also have:

Required:

• Proven experience in lean operations or related continuous improvement.
• Proven project management skills and proficiency in project management tools (i.e. MS Projects).
• Demonstrated experience in presenting data in meaningful and relevant fashion to aid in decision making process.
• Experience in following work instructions, processes and SOPs.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of ISO 13485 and GDP
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced

Desirable:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management or related field, or proven ability to understand technical processes.
• Experience writing/updating documentation (i.e. work instructions).
• Six Sigma / Lean certification.
• Previous experience working with ISO 13485 or GMP.

What we offer
In addition to working on a ground-breaking new product, you’ll be working in a small, friendly and highly motivated team; all ideas are welcomed, and great work is rewarded. We’re also offering:

• A competitive salary and additional 8% holiday allowance
• 25 days of holiday per year plus 13 “ADV” days per year, based on fulltime employment
• Pension scheme
• Subsidised gym membership and the opportunity to participate in a tax friendly bike scheme
• A work environment where you can develop your skills, learn from the best and be rewarded for your imagination
• Meaningful work with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of people with diabetes

Apply today

**We will start interviewing successful candidates without delay, therefore please submit your CV as soon as possible. If we like what we see we will contact you, if we don’t contact you within 4 weeks we’ve probably proceeded with other candidates but don’t lose heart as we might reach out to you if we have a different role or project we think might be a match**

If you've got any queries feel free to call +31 (0) 88 250 2900.

Vi Centra is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Due to the international nature of the Company applications are only accepted in English and candidates must also have the right to work in the Netherlands.

Agencies: Please note Vi Centra is committed to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CV’s from agencies. We do however work with an approved list of preferred suppliers but in line with our Preferred Supplier List we only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and a position has formally been placed with the agency by a member of the HR team. We do not pay fees where speculative and unsolicited CV’s are submitted to Vi Centra or Vi Centra employees. Where this is not observed Vi Centra reserves the right to contact these candidates directly and initiate discussions without payment of any agency fee.