Mitch Vallinga
About Mitch Vallinga
Mitch Vallinga is a Project Manager Automation and Solutions Engineer at Packsize, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in industrial management and has held various roles in logistics and engineering across several companies.
Work at Packsize
Mitch Vallinga has been employed at Packsize since 2022, serving as Projectmanager Automation and Solutions Engineer. In this role, he is responsible for designing solutions prior to the installation of fully automated packaging machines. He acts as the client liaison after the successful go-live of packaging solutions, ensuring that client needs are met and that systems operate effectively. Vallinga previously held the position of Projectmanager Logistics and Systems Engineer at Packsize from 2021 to 2022.
Education and Expertise
Mitch Vallinga earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Management from Zuyd University of Applied Sciences, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. His education provided a foundation in industrial engineering and management principles. Vallinga's expertise includes automation in logistics, e-commerce, and 3PL sectors, with a focus on integrating packaging machines with other automation components.
Background in Logistics and Engineering
Prior to his current role, Vallinga worked at CEVA Logistics as a Project Engineer from 2018 to 2021, where he managed various projects in the logistics sector. His experience also includes internships at DHL and Convoi, focusing on process optimization and business engineering, respectively. Vallinga's background in logistics and engineering has equipped him with the skills necessary for his current position.
Professional Involvement at Zuyd Hogeschool
During his time at Zuyd Hogeschool, Vallinga was actively involved in student governance. He served as Vice Chair of the Faculty Council for Beta Sciences & Technology from 2017 to 2018 and was a member of the Educational Committee for Engineering from 2016 to 2018. These roles allowed him to contribute to academic governance and represent student interests.