Anthony Bols - Prototyper

“I work in the production department of Neways electronics in Son. It’s precise, technical work that’s far from simple. A cable isn’t just a cable. You can over-crimp it, pull it too hard, or break it. Plus, everything must meet strict IPC standards. Quality is a top priority at Neways. Our electronics often end up in machines used in hospitals, and you definitely don’t want those machines to fail because the Module Assembler didn’t do their job properly. That’s why Neways offers training and solid support. You keep learning how to build more and more complex products. And believe it or not, all of this is still done by hand.”

“No two days at Neways are the same.”

“The job involves assembling cables and components with millimeter precision. If you can’t do it by eye, you use a magnifying glass with a lamp. You also work with heat shrink tubing, soldering, and various tools. At Neways, the products aren’t mass-produced—they’re built from start to finish right here. Before I joined Neways, I knew the machines we support existed, but I didn’t know this type of job did. Being an electrician in construction, which I was originally trained for, didn’t feel interesting to me in the long run. Here in the high-tech industry, I’ve found what I really enjoy. The products we make at Neways are so complex that no day is ever the same.”

“Here, you truly work together as a team to find solutions.”

“What I love about Neways is the mentality. I don’t know if it’s specifically a Brabant or Dutch thing, but there’s a real open culture here. There’s no strict hierarchy, and I really appreciate that. You truly work together as a team to find solutions, and everyone contributes equally. It’s a group effort—when more people are involved, you get more ideas. That’s something I missed in other roles before returning to Neways: collaborating with everyone and the open communication.”

“You’re always learning and have plenty of opportunities to grow.”

“The great thing about Neways is that the work is so varied. The days fly by, and the atmosphere is really good. On top of that, the products are fascinating. We make electronics for the high-tech industry, which can be found everywhere—like machines that produce chips for mobile phones. You’re always learning, and there are lots of opportunities to grow, like moving from Module Assembler to Prototype Technician. Sure, an interest in electronics is helpful when you start here, but it’s not essential. Everyone gets their own mentor, and I’ve learned much over time. It’ll be a while before I have everything truly mastered, but that’s what keeps it interesting.”