IT/ OT Specialist at Flora Food Group

Wageningen, Gelderland, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IT/OT Integration, Industrial Automation, PLCs, SCADA Systems, Industrial Networking, Cybersecurity, Problem-Solving, Cloud-Based Data Platforms, IIoT Solutions, Data Analytics, Power BI, Ignition, Project Management, Collaboration, Training, Documentation

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

About Flora Food Group We offer consumers a compelling choice in four growing categories: butters and spreads, creams, liquids and cheeses. We hold leadership positions in many of the 100 countries we operate in, with iconic brands including Flora, Becel+ProActiv, Blue Band, Country Crock, I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter, Rama, and Violife, together with our local brands and Professional business. Global branded food champion Flora Food Group, offers the next generation of delicious, natural, nutritious food. Our products are more affordable and more sustainable than their dairy equivalents. Location: Wageningen, Netherlands On-site (presence required for most tasks, occasional hybrid work negotiable) Part-time (0.5 FTE, 20 hour per week, flexible working hours) About the position We are seeking a skilled and proactive IT/OT Specialist to support and enhance our internal Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) systems across our Flora Food Science Center. This part-time role (0.5 FTE) is ideal for a professional with a strong technical background and a passion for bridging the gap between digital systems and physical operations. You will: Ensure seamless connectivity and data flow between the IT environment and OT systems (e.g., PLCs, SCADA, sensors). Support and maintain industrial network infrastructure, including firewalls, switches, and VLAN configurations. Collaborate with R&D colleagues and remote IT support teams to troubleshoot and resolve system issues. Implement cybersecurity best practices for OT environments in alignment with corporate IT policies. Manage and document system configurations, change controls, and compliance requirements. Participate in digitalization initiatives and support the deployment of new technologies in the pilot plant. Provide training and support to end-users on IT/OT systems and tools. So what does it take to be successful in this role? You are a skilled professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Automation, Engineering, or a related field, and have at least 3 years of experience in IT/OT integration or industrial automation. You have a strong understanding of industrial protocols and hands-on experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, and industrial networking. Familiar with cybersecurity standards, you demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently. You are fluent in English, and proficiency in Dutch is considered a plus. In addition, you bring experience with cloud-based data platforms and IIoT solutions, as well as knowledge of data analytics tools and dashboards such as Power BI or Ignition. Experience in managing projects within cross-functional teams completes your profile. What’s Next? If this position sounds interesting, please hit the apply button now! The deadline to apply is November 5th. We understand your resume might not be up to date and recommend that you apply with what you have or your LinkedIn Profile. Flora Food Group is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workplace, we understand that you might not meet all the requirements stated in the description, but we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the right candidate for this role or other roles. Flora Food Group is an employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and equal opportunities for all. We recruit based only on values, qualifications, performance, skills, behaviours, experience, and knowledge. We ensure job advertisements are free from unintentional bias. No personal characteristics should be a barrier to joining Flora Food Group. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other personal characteristics.

Responsibilities

The IT/OT Specialist will ensure seamless connectivity and data flow between IT and OT systems while supporting and maintaining the industrial network infrastructure. They will also collaborate with R&D and IT support teams to troubleshoot issues and implement cybersecurity best practices.