That feeling when you work with machines others can only read about..
Location: Boxmeer
Employment Type: Full-Time, Hybrid
Department: Prepared Foods – Further Processing
As Project Manager within the Prepared Foods – Further Processing department, you are responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering multiple technical projects in parallel within our portfolio of forming, coating, frying, and heating solutions. You operate at the intersection of mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines and ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, budget, and quality expectations.
You will be part of an international organization of approximately 70 colleagues spread across Denmark, Germany, Scotland, and the Netherlands, and you will work closely with a multidisciplinary core team of engineers, specialists, and stakeholders based in the Netherlands. Your role is highly hands-on and operational, focused on day-to-day project execution, coordination, and decision-making in a complex machine-building environment.
If you thrive in a technical setting, enjoy structure and ownership, and are energized by managing multiple moving parts at the same time, this role offers a high level of responsibility and impact.
Your daily work as Project Manager typically includes:
- Managing multiple parallel projects across different machine platforms and customer configurations
- Translating business and customer requirements into clear project scopes, plans, and milestones
- Planning and coordinating activities across mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing, and supply chain disciplines
- Leading project meetings, stand-ups, and technical alignment sessions with internal stakeholders
- Monitoring project progress, risks, dependencies, costs, and capacity, and proactively steering where needed
- Acting as the primary point of contact for project status, priorities, and decision-making
- Ensuring alignment with the Product Development Process (PDP), quality standards, and safety regulations
- Managing change requests and their impact on scope, timeline, cost, and technical feasibility
- Supporting issue resolution by facilitating technical discussions and trade-off decisions
- Ensuring timely availability of documentation, specifications, and deliverables for manufacturing and delivery
- Reporting project progress, risks, and outcomes to management in a clear and structured way
We encourage each of our 12,000+ employees to bring their unique self to work and aim to make everyone feel recognized, valued and free to explore their potential. We’re committed to creating an inclusive culture and welcoming new colleagues from all walks of life. You will recognize in yourself that you possess a combination of technical understanding, strong organizational skills, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Hard Skills & Experience
- A degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, software, or similar technical field). PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable
- Proven experience as a Project Manager or Lead Engineer in a technical, machine-building, or industrial solutions environment
- Strong understanding of multidisciplinary systems involving mechanical, electrical, and software components
- Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, PRINCE2) and practical experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6)
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings, system architecture, and engineering documentation
- Experience coordinating international teams and suppliers is a strong advantage
- Proficiency in English, both written and spoken. Additional language skills (e.g., Dutch, German) are a strong asset.
Soft Skills & Mindset
- Strong ownership mentality with the ability to drive progress without formal authority
- Excellent planning and prioritization skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Clear, concise, and confident communication across technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Natural connector who can align different disciplines toward a common goal
- Decisive and pragmatic, with the ability to balance technical depth, time, cost, and risk
- Resilient under pressure and comfortable operating in a dynamic, changing environment
- Structured thinker with attention to detail, without losing sight of the bigger picture
- Collaborative team player who builds trust and transparency across the organization
The role requires occasional travel (estimated 5–10%) to support project alignment, stakeholders, or manufacturing locations.
At JBT Marel, what we do matters. Our people make the difference, and their contribution drives our success.
Our purpose is to transform the future of food, guiding our vision to be the leading partner in sustainable food industry solutions. Partnership is at the heart of everything we do, enabling us to deliver exceptional, end-to-end solutions that build long-term customer trust.
Our values reflect who we are at our best:
- Serve with integrity
- Create with collaboration
- Grow with excellence
- Advance with innovation
We are committed to your development and offer opportunities that help you grow professionally and personally. You will work in an inclusive, international team culture where collaboration and innovation are key.
We’re excited to learn how you can contribute to our mission of smarter, safer food inspection. Apply now and join a team transforming the future of food processing.
Questions? Contact: Maarten Krepel – [email protected]
Learn more at: jbtmarel.com
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Connect with Talent Acquisition Specialist: www.linkedin.com/in/maartenkrepel
Marel is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Join us — and be the driving force behind smarter, leaner food production.
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