Operations/Plant Manager in the pharmaceutical industry 80-100% (m/f/d)

The work location for this position is in Visp, Switzerland. Eligible applicants and their families are provided with relocation support if required. As an Operations/Plant Manager (m/f/d), you are responsible for the technical and logistical handling of production campaigns in a production facility for the manufacture of bioconjugates. You are a member of an interdisciplinary team and participate in project teams that take care of investments as well as the optimization of processes, activities, and systems. This position requires continuous on-site presence. Personal collaboration enables close, timely cooperation and the technical precision required for the manufacture of medicinal products according to the highest quality and safety standards. What we offer: An agile career and a dynamic work culture; An inclusive and ethical work environment; Compensation programs that recognize high performance; A variety of benefits, depending on function and location; In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous benefits for lifestyle, family, and leisure. Our complete list of local benefits can be found below: Benefits in Visp Your tasks: Involvement in the planning and engineering phase of projects to comply with technical specifications for the plants and to ensure a successful production campaign; Organizational and operational support, as well as monitoring of production campaigns, to ensure production and safety even outside normal working hours; Creation of cGMP-compliant documentation in cooperation with the plant team leader, research/development, and the operational biotechnologists; Plant technical instruction and production-specific training of operators during production; Monitoring the seamless compliance with operating instructions and manufacturing protocols, as well as intervening in case of deviations; Supporting the exchange of information and communication within the operating group; Continuous improvement of plants, processes, and workflows (6S, Lean Six Sigma, KAIZEN) while complying with safety, hygiene, environmental, and quality requirements. What we are looking for: Completed technical education or further training (vocational training, higher professional examination, Bachelor, Master); Production experience in the manufacture of chemical or biotechnological products, or in the food industry, would be advantageous; Ideally, initial experience in an ISO and/or GMP production environment; You have basic knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word) and are affinity for electronic systems and applications; Very good German skills in speaking and writing, as well as English skills; Willingness to perform on-call duty must be present. About Lonza At Lonza, our employees are our greatest strength. At over 30 locations on five continents, our globally networked teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values: Collaboration, accountability, excellence, passion, and integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. The ideas of each individual, whether big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that is exactly what we want you to participate in. Innovation thrives when people of diverse backgrounds bring their unique perspectives. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. If you are ready to turn our customers' groundbreaking ideas into actionable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board. Ready to shape the future of Life Sciences? Apply now Every day, our teams across the world work together to turn scientific breakthroughs into life-changing medicines that reach up to 100 million patients a year. Lonza is a place where people can make a unique impact, grow their careers and belong. You will feel at home at Lonza if you: Take ownership, step forward, and enjoy meaningful responsibility; Love solving problems and thrive in a complex, fast-moving environment; Are curious, always looking to learn and improve; Work collaboratively, contributing to something bigger than yourself; Are motivated to make a difference through work that impacts customers and their patients. Why Lonza: We are a place of unique opportunity, where your ideas, expertise and ambition can make a real difference. Here, will have the freedom to grow, the support to succeed and the chance to contribute to work that matters. We are the makers of the medicines of tomorrow. Join us. Be you. Apply Now www.lonza.com/careers