Manager, Manufacturing DSP 80%-100% (m/f/d)

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of operations personnel, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management to foster a high-performing and engaged workforce
• Plan, organize, and monitor daily operational processes, including production scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow management
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including quality assurance, maintenance, and supply chain, to optimize performance and resolve issues
• Implement and enforce safety protocols, GMP, quality standards, and regulatory compliance
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Monitor KPIs and prepare reports, driving data-based decisions and corrective actions
• Manage operational budgets and support training and development of team members

Requirements

• Experience in manufacturing or pharmaceutical operations, including leadership responsibilities
• Strong understanding of GMP and regulatory requirements
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams to achieve operational excellence
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma)
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Educational background in engineering, life sciences, business, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Fluency in English; German is a plus
• About Lonza
• Ready to shape the future of life sciences?

Additional Information

Manager, Manufacturing DSP 80%-100% (m/f/d) The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed. Lead manufacturing excellence in downstream processing (DSP) operations, driving performance, quality, and continuous improvement in a highly dynamic biopharmaceutical environment. This role offers the opportunity to shape team success while contributing to the delivery of life-saving therapies. This is a fully site‑based role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards. What you will get: An agile career and a dynamic work culture. An inclusive and ethical workplace. Compensation programs that recognize high performance. The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

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