Cartamundi is the worldwide leader in “play” solutions, such as playing cards, card & board games, and collectibles & trading card games. Its team of nearly 3,000 people is united in providing every person the possibility to “Live Different, Play Different.” To achieve this, the family-owned company, headquartered in Belgium, operates a global network of design and sales offices and manufacturing facilities, stretching from the US, over Latin America and Europe, to Japan. 
The company houses a global brand portfolio that includes a suite of heritage brands such as Bicycle®, Bee®, Copag®, Shuffle® and many locally loved brands. At the same time, Cartamundi is a trusted manufacturing and distribution solutions partner for leading toy and entertainment companies. 
Given the Cartamundi printing presses have been running since 1765, the company draws on a rich tradition, whilst at the same time stimulating innovation in digital and hybrid experiences to stay relevant today and tomorrow. 
Cartamundi pursues a strategy of sustainable and profitable growth whilst preserving our planet and the company in excellent condition for generations to come. 
Learn more about what we do at https://www.cartamundi.com and follow us on LinkedIn via www.linkedin.com/company/cartamundi 

Global Packaging Automation Technology Expert

Cartamundi is looking for a passionate and forward-thinking Global Packaging Automation Technology Expert to help shape the future of our worldwide manufacturing footprint. Operating at the intersection of Industrial Innovation, Engineering, and Operations Excellence, you will play a key role in driving high‑performance packaging automation systems across all our global sites.
This position offers a unique blend of strategic influence and hands‑on technical leadership, with international exposure and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on our global industrial strategy.

Your function:

As Global Packaging Automation Technology Expert, you will:

• Serve as Cartamundi’s global technical authority for packaging and handling automation systems across all manufacturing sites.
• Define and standardize system architectures for feeding, handling, inspection, packaging, and downstream automation.
• Ensure high system performance, focusing on throughput, quality, reliability, waste reduction, and OEE.
• Troubleshoot complex automation challenges and support sites in improving stability and output.
• Identify and evaluate new automation technologies, OEMs, robotics, motion, vision, and digital solutions.
• Translate emerging technologies into scalable industrial solutions and support strategic investment decisions.
• Optimize PLC logic, motion control, servo drives, and system synchronization to enhance performance.
• Lead and support FAT, SAT, commissioning, ramp‑up, and qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Develop global standards, SOPs, reference designs, and validation protocols for packaging automation systems.
• Train, coach, and support engineering, operations, and maintenance teams worldwide.
• Act as the global escalation point for critical automation and system performance issues.
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure manufacturability and supplier alignment.

Your profile:

You are an experienced automation professional who thrives in high-speed manufacturing environments and enjoys combining hands-on engineering with global impact.

• You hold a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering—or you bring equivalent experience.
• You have at least 5 years of experience in industrial automation and know how to integrate, optimize, and troubleshoot complex systems.
• You are comfortable working with PLC and motion platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff) and have experience with vision systems such as Cognex or Keyence.
• You understand product handling technologies—feeding, vacuum handling, mechanical transfer—and you are skilled in data-driven improvement methods such as SPC, RCA, DOE, and OEE.
• You communicate clearly, think analytically, and approach challenges in a structured and pragmatic way.
• You enjoy working with different cultures and teams across the globe and are willing to travel internationally up to 50%.
• You feel at home in a role where you coach others, share expertise, and serve as the go-to technical reference.

Our offer:

Joining Cartamundi means becoming part of a global industry leader with a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. We offer:

• A high-impact global role with the ability to shape Cartamundi’s packaging automation strategy.
• The opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and leading global suppliers.
• A dynamic, international environment with collaboration across continents.
• Continuous opportunities for professional development and technical mastery.
• A culture that values expertise, initiative, and results.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Become a key driver in our journey toward world-class packaging automation—and help build the future of manufacturing at Cartamundi.

Interested?

Are you ready for a new challenge? Surf to www.cartamundi.com/nl/careers and apply online. We look forward to receiving your resume and application letter.

Contact 

Cartamundi Job Team t.a.v Nathalie Oeyen

jobs@cartamundi.com

Visbeekstraat 22 - 2300 Turnhout - Tel.: +32 14 63 66 69