About this job

Operations Manager Manufacturing (m/w/d)

Relocation assistance: Available to eligible candidates and their families.

We are looking for an Operations Manager Manufacturing (m/f/d) at our Visp location.

In this position, you will be responsible for managing production facilities and manufacturing pharmaceutical-chemical products. Your main task will be the timely and cost-effective production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), while adhering to legal regulations regarding safety, quality, and the environment.

What awaits you:

• An agile career and a dynamic work culture
• An inclusive and ethical working environment
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.

In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous benefits for lifestyle, family, and leisure. You can find our full list of local benefits here:

• Benefits in Visp:https://bit.ly/3wjkoFi

Your tasks:

• Responsibility for the timely, high-quality and cost-efficient production of the assigned products in compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines regarding safety, quality and the environment.
• Conducting risk analyses to ensure quality and safety during the production process.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement of production performance.
• Coordination of cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals such as efficiency and delivery reliability.
• Promoting an efficient and successful working environment as well as effective communication with team members from different departments and customers.
• Adapting to changing priorities and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Your requirements profile:

• Completed studies (PhD, Master) in the field of chemical or process engineering.
• Several years of professional experience in chemical and/or pharmaceutical production are desirable.
• Knowledge of GMP and business management skills are advantageous.
• Fluent German and English skills, both spoken and written.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Proactive and flexible work style with the ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to take on responsibility and to continuously develop oneself.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. At over 30 sites across five continents, our globally connected 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 every individual, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and we want you to be a part of that.

Innovation thrives when people from diverse backgrounds contribute their unique perspectives. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. If you are ready to transform our customers' groundbreaking ideas into practical therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.