"My father used to be a team leader at Ten Cate Protect, back when it was still located at the Indië site in Almelo. I had just completed my pre-university education (havo) and wanted to pursue a library training. At that time, I was a very shy girl who enjoyed burying her nose in books. However, my mother advised me to first pursue a training as an executive secretary."
"After obtaining that diploma, I started applying for jobs. In the past, family members at Ten Cate were given priority when jobs became available, giving me an opportunity at Ten Cate Sports. Initially, it was supposed to be a six-month replacement for someone on maternity leave, but fortunately, I was allowed to stay afterward. In a few years, I climbed the ranks, from administrative assistant to assistant buyer and later to assistant management."
First, observe how people work.
"In 1991, we moved to this location, initially still partially under the banner of Nijverdal Ten Cate, and I joined. Later, in 1994, Pentas became independent. At that time, I handled payroll administration and all related tasks. In 1997, quality assurance was added. That suits me well because my motto is: 'If you do something, do it well.' Within the company, I conduct almost all job interviews. It's an advantage that we collaborate with temp agencies. This way, we can first see how people work and if they fit into our team. Pentas is a family business, and I find it important to keep that in mind. There are more than 85 families that rely on us for their livelihood."
Many people with long-term employment.
"The strength of Pentas is that we do it together. We assist customers from the design of the desired molds. I believe this fosters a bond that ensures customers stay with us longer. The same applies to the staff. We are a social company. If there are problems, of any kind, we work together to find the solution. We take good care of each other. People appreciate that because at Pentas, many employees have long-term tenure. Recently, more and more people are retiring. And even with former employees, we maintain a warm connection."
Full-time
At Pentas, we are in search of a talented and technically skilled CAD Engineer. Are you a creative thinker with a passion for engineering, and do you have experience in developing products and moulds? Then you might be the person we are looking for!
Full-time
Are you adept at seamlessly navigating between clients and production? Do you possess a strong understanding of both commerce and technology?
Full-time
Can you convert a cool idea into a working drawing in no time? Do you effortlessly interface between the client and production? Does a technical environment float your boat? You will love this vacancy because our technology revolves around you. As a technical project leader, you make the drawings and coordinate production. Together, we will make the most complex, technically innovative plastic products.
Full-time
Do you like to sharpen your technical horizon? Are you a perfectionist go-getter? Do you like to work in a motivated team? Give your career an interesting spin with this position because our technology revolves around you. With your qualities, you will be highly appreciated as our Mould Construction Worker. Together, we will make technically innovative plastic products.
