Planner (pharma)

Our client, a biotech company based in Zwijnaarde, is a global biotechnology company bringing the innovative CAR-T cell therapy to Ghent. In doing so, the company makes a daily difference in the lives of many patients suffering from cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

They are currently in a phase of strong growth and are looking for motivated and dedicated team members. 

As a scheduler within the operations team, you are responsible for planning training sessions and staffing for the daily production of cell therapies. You will work in a sterile GMP environment, where some experience or knowledge is a plus.

• Scheduling operators for various steps within the CAR-T process.


• Creating timely shift schedules.


• Ensuring production is safe and compliant with cGMP guidelines.


• Frequently consulting with the supervisor to discuss schedules and identify and mitigate potential risks to ensure business continuity.


• Scheduling operators for their training sessions in collaboration with the training department. Once adequately trained, you will schedule operators to support and execute the CAR-T process according to procedures.

In concrete terms, as a scheduler, you are responsible for the seamless and efficient planning of both staffing and training. This requires strong communication skills, the ability to collaborate with multiple departments, and a thorough understanding of cGMP requirements and production processes.

We are looking for a planner with the following degree: 

• You have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Science, Bioengineering, Pharmacy or a related field. / Equivalent experience. 


• For Bachelor's degree: You have at least 3 years of operational experience in a GMP environment. Preferably in the scientific or pharmaceutical industry. 


• For Master's degree: You have at least 1 year of operational experience in a GMP environment. Preferably in the scientific or pharmaceutical industry.

In addition to your degree, do you recognise yourself in the following points? 

• You are able to communicate effectively. You can set clear guidelines. (NL + ENG)


• You are able to work both independently and in a team. 


• You have analytical and problem-solving skills & You have an organisational mindset. You must be able to manage shifting priorities and meet critical deadlines in a rapidly changing environment. 


• You have the correct attitude, mindset and motivation. You know why you want to work in this environment. 


• You are flexible. 


• You can work shifts and weekends. (You work in a 2-shift system (6 am - 4 pm / 2 pm - 00 am) in a regime where you work 4 days and then have 4 days off. This ensures an excellent work-life balance).