Team Leader Technical Assistant (w/m/d)

Company Description ## About Syngenta At Syngenta Crop Protection, we develop pioneering solutions that protect global food security and promote sustainable agriculture. As a world leader with its headquarters in Switzerland, we enable farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that protect against the toughest challenges of nature. We combine advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields and minimizes environmental impact. Become part of our mission to revolutionize crop protection from sowing to harvest. Did you know that Syngenta has the Friendly Working Space certificate? Gesundheitsförderung Schweiz recognizes Syngenta's commitment to the health and well-being of its employees and awards all Swiss sites with the "Friendly Work Space" label. At Syngenta, the health and well-being of employees are the key to business success. Read more about it here: https://friendlyworkspace.ch/de/das-label/das-sind-die-label-friendly-work-space-betriebe Job Description ## At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing high-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve the success of farmers. To support this mission, Syngenta's Hiring Team is looking for an Onsite Team Leader Technical Assistant (w/m/d) in Muttenz, Switzerland. Purpose of the Role The Team Leader Technical Assistant (w/m/d) assumes disciplinary and technical line responsibility for 3 to 6 Technical Assistants and ensures the safe, quality-compliant, and timely operation of the assigned production lines. As the first level of leadership according to the Syngenta Leadership Model, they are responsible for the performance, development, and well-being of the directly assigned employees. The Team Leader acts as a central interface between the Production Chemist, shift personnel, and support functions, makes independent operational decisions, and actively promotes a culture of continuous improvement and personal responsibility within the team. HSEQ: • Ensures the proper operation of production facilities in accordance with applicable HSEQ standards and bears line responsibility for compliance by the team. • Supports high HSE and quality standards in documentation according to internal and external guidelines. • Actively contributes to the continuous improvement of standards and processes (HSEQ, OPEX); shares technical expertise and participates in PRAs as needed. Production: • Contact person and expert for specialist process issues; uses technical expertise and collaboration with support services (Engineering, PTAI, QC, getec) for problem-solving. • Initiates, implements, and documents continuous process improvements; coordinates production tests for learning curves, capacity increases, and troubleshooting. • Supports the Production Chemist in instructing shift employees and supervises plant cleaning before and after campaigns. • Creates and improves production and cleaning recipes in the process control system (DeltaV); develops operating instructions, work instructions, and risk analyses. • Coordinates with Planning and Logistics to ensure raw material and packaging supply as well as shipping according to the production plan; makes significant contributions to the introduction of new products. Leadership: • Leads, coaches, and develops a team of 3-6 Technical Assistants according to the Syngenta Leadership Model; conducts performance interviews and defines individual goals. • Plans and controls team deployment (vacation planning, capacity management) and ensures operational coverage at all times. • Identifies development potential, initiates further training measures, and is responsible for the structured onboarding of new employees. • Ensures transparent information flow within the team and represents team interests in cross-functional forums. Qualifications ## • Chemist or Chemical and Pharmaceutical Technologist • At least 3-5 years of experience as a Technical Assistant / Process Assistant with proven technical successes • Experience in informal or formal leadership of employees or project teams • Extensive experience in handling DeltaV • Excellent knowledge of plants, processes, and production recipes (DeltaV, R+I schema, chemistry) • In-depth understanding of risk analyses applied on site (process, work permit, PRA) • Good knowledge of HSEQ standards • Basic knowledge of personnel management: performance management, employee development, and deployment planning • Adaptable, willing to learn, and resilient in a changing environment • Fluent in German, written and spoken Additional Information ## What we offer • We offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits, including: • We offer a position that contributes to valuable and effective work in a stimulating and international environment • The opportunity to make a difference in process safety, both within Syngenta's global operations and in shaping safety regulations and culture worldwide • An excellent working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce, where new ideas are always welcome • The opportunity to work with highly qualified and experienced employees and learn from them, as well as achieve scientific and technical excellence • Learning culture (Together we Grow) and a wide range of training opportunities • You benefit from a competitive pension fund plan, flexible working hours, attractive bonus system, company doctor, fitness room, canteen, and more