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With its deep-rooted traditions, VYNCKE is more than an employer, it’s a community. In each of our settlements around the globe, you’ll experience our authentic culture of mutual care. Do you want to become a Vynckeneer?
What does it mean to be a Vynckeneer? They’ll tell you themselves! Discover their experiences, challenges and triumphs, and discover what it really means to be part of our community.
As an Assembly Manager at VYNCKE, my job revolves around our team of dedicated Vynckeneers in production. I help organize our team and guide them from the beginning where we start out with raw materials. From there, we aim for seamless communication and efficiency. Improvements are crucial, so together with the team, I strive to make impactful changes that are visibly beneficial to our manufacturing process. Of course we need an exceptional team spirit to achieve that, with everyone ready to assist each other at any step.
I often feel a lot of fire in and for my job, seeing our people committed to perfecting their tasks. Every day brings new opportunities to innovate and excel beyond the standard. And that’s exactly what we do at VYNCKE. We embrace the challenge of timely project completion and workshop management. At VYNCKE, the sky’s the limit, and we are continually discovering new ways to bring our fire to life.
When I first came on board, our customer service was reactive. We waited for problems to arise and then dealt with them. That’s not how things work anymore. These days, we’re all about prevention and planning. This shift required us to rethink our approach entirely, something I was given a lot of autonomy and responsibility for. As a result, we’ve grown from a small team of four to a robust department of 25, and I’ve transitioned from doing the groundwork to partly coaching others to implement the systems we’ve developed. It’s a great example of working at VYNCKE: you constantly evolve, learn to think critically, and get to take initiative.
What I love most about my job is that no two days are the same. Both in the projects that I have and the places where I work. On average I travel for about three months a year in total, with trips to Europe, Thailand, and project sites from our customers. This balance between office work and travel is ideal for me, as it prevents monotony and allows me to experience different cultures and work environments.
Since joining VYNCKE, I’ve experienced significant growth, both professionally and personally. Here you can take on opportunities to grow without having to climb the corporate ladder, which I like. I don’t have any ambition of becoming a manager, for example, but that doesn’t mean that I can’t specialize in different areas. Many of my colleagues have held multiple roles within the company and have brought their unique experiences into each new position.
My work at VYNCKE is far from your typical office job. Much of my time is spent on the road. I lead teams of technicians to tackle and troubleshoot maintenance issues on-site. From troubleshooting a bent tile in Italy to ensuring a boiler is operational by the end of the week, the satisfaction of solving a problem and seeing the immediate impact of our work is amazing. It’s also perfect for someone like me, fresh out of university with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a love for adventure. The travel aspect of this job was a huge draw and it did not disappoint. I get to see new places and work with lots of people, all while doing meaningful work.
Even with my intense travelling schedule, it’s still possible to balance private and professional time. I’m always home on the weekends and during the week – when I’m on-site – I can work late to make sure that the issue is resolved by Friday.
VYNCKE stands out from other employers I’ve had due to its focus on employee well-being and its approachable management. The company genuinely cares about its people, and the flat hierarchy makes it easy to communicate and collaborate across teams. Initiatives like the VYNCKE Introduction Program shortly after I started, helped integrate me into the company’s culture. During this week, I was introduced to colleagues across different departments and I felt like part of the family right away. Despite the physical distance between the different settlements, this familial atmosphere is felt all over the world.
One of the aspects I appreciate most about VYNCKE is the possibility to balance private and professional time. I have the flexibility to work from home two days a week, which allows me to spend more time with my family, pursue my passion for sports, and avoid the daily commute.
For those considering VYNCKE, I highly recommend that you come visit in person. VYNCKE is the type of company that you have to see for yourself. You have to experience the work environment, meet the friendly people, and witness the passion for innovation firsthand. It will give you a true sense of what it’s like to work here.
Although there is one thing that you can’t see at our territory: our on-site installations. So, explore our website to see what we build and how it provides our customers with clean energy. It’s impressive and it’s something to be proud of. I know I am.
When I joined VYNCKE, I was initially interested in becoming a design engineer, but there weren’t any available positions. However, after five years of gaining experience and learning about the company’s systems and equipment, I was able to transition to my desired role. This was possible due to VYNCKE’s strong knowledge-sharing culture and the guidance of my experienced colleagues.
For anyone considering a career at VYNCKE, my advice is simple: if you’re ready for a challenge, eager to learn, and looking to make a difference, you’ll find a home here. VYNCKE isn’t just about work, it’s about building a better, sustainable future together, and having fun while doing it. The satisfaction of seeing projects come to life, knowing you’ve played a part in their success, is incredibly fulfilling.
VYNCKE offers more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to grow professionally and personally, to be part of a team that values your contributions, and to work on projects that have a real impact on our world. That’s what makes VYNCKE special, and why I see my future here.
I’ve had many different roles at VYNCKE. This stems from a constant urge to grow and to take on new challenges. Which is something VYNCKE has always accepted and supported. After starting in sales, I got the chance to follow-up on some of our projects in project implementation. This helped me understand our projects better, which led me to roles across design engineering and project management. I even spent time in R&D, but realized my passion was in being closer to our projects. Eventually, this path took me to Malaysia to build a local sales team there and now I’m back in Belgium as the Sales Director for our team here. “Never a dull moment” is an understatement. I’m actually getting ready to leave for London as we speak!
Choosing VYNCKE was a no-brainer for me, both initially and upon my return. It really felt like coming home, there were familiar faces welcoming me back and new ones that were excited to work together. I had also missed the culture of knowledge-sharing that lives here. Everyone is eager to learn and even more eager to help others grow. I appreciate this even more now that the company and the complexity of the projects had grown quite a lot since I left. But the supportive culture and structured onboarding, especially the VIP week, made it feel like I was just coming back from a long – very long – vacation, rather than starting somewhere new.
VYNCKE stands out as an employer because of its focus on employee satisfaction, growth, and well-being. I deeply appreciate the regular check-ins with my manager, the open discussions about my career aspirations, and the encouragement to step out of my comfort zone for personal development.
It was my boss who told me that it might be interesting for me to change positions – from project designer to project manager – because there was more room for growth. The company then invested a lot of time and money to initiate this process, with assessments and interviews that helped me to grow into my new role.
Can’t wait to experience ‘jeunen’ yourself? If you align with our values and see yourself becoming a Vynckeneer, then we can’t wait to meet you.
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