The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

The site in Visp, Switzerland is growing and for our Bioconjugates department, we are currently looking for an Operational Excellence Manager in Visp. You will support the various functions in all operational excellence topics and translate the strategy into practice and action. You will lead and coordinate innovation projects using lean six sigma tools. Besides, you will train and coach employees to deliver effective solutions and continuous process improvements.

Become part of this exciting opportunity and apply now!

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture

• A highly collaborative environment that fosters teamwork and inclusion

• A range of professional development programs to grow your skills and career

• An ethical workplace where tasks are carried out in accordance with relevant procedures

• In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits. Benefits in Visp: https://bit.ly/3wjkoFi

What you will do:

• Responsible for Operational Excellence in Bioconjugates Operations

• Lead continuous improvement activities of the Lonza Business Management System (e.g. 6S, Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC, Hoshin, Kaizen)

• Drive implementation of Lonza operational excellence roadmap, assessing progress and defining actions

• Coach and trainer for White-, Yellow-, and Green Belts

• Work with functional leaders to establish and achieve continuous improvement goals

• Review, report & improve metrics

• Leading and coordinating innovation projects while ensuring synergies of local improvements

• Drive and coach cultural change

What we are looking for:

• Master degree (preferred) or advanced studies in field such as Pharmaceutical Technology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Process Engineering or equivalent

• Significant experience in the pharmaceutical industry, ideally in a Biopharmaceutical environment

• Lean Practitioner, certified Green Belt (certified Black Belt desirable), GMP know how will be an advantage

• Strong Project Management skills combined with a structured and solution-oriented work approach

• Persistence and resilience are necessary for sustainable results

• Excellent communication skills, able to convince and interact with all kinds of internal and external customers

• Fluency in English, German is an advantage

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.