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

As Team Lead CSV Biologics 80-100% (m/f/d) in Visp, you not only manage critical validation activities but also cultivate a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. This job aid helps you navigate your role, empower your team, and align CSV efforts with site and organizational goals

What you’ll get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture

• An inclusive and ethical workplace

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance

• In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits. Our full list of tailored local benefits in Visp can be found onhttps://bit.ly/3wjkoFi

What you’ll do:

• Managing a team of CSV (Computerized System Validation) experts with full responsibility for all aspects of human resource management such as qualification, development, coaching, hiring, pay decisions and discipline issues, in alignment with the Head of CQV/CSV

• Setting up and managing a local group of CSV experts on CSV activities linked to the biologics facilities and providing support to the future operations user during initial and periodic validation

• Working with your team in capital investment projects and strengthening the respective operations teams with expert knowledge on CSV

• Participating in planning the CSV activities to be sure that correct operations and resources are included for each (project) step. Facilitator of all key stakeholders during the CSV activities

• Securing operations input to CSV (gate keeper), definition and standardization of CSV approach

• Creating and managing a trust with suppliers, which will support CSV operations

• Support the implementation of LONZA culture via openness for change and new ideas, cooperative teamwork and continuous improvement – even outside the own area of responsibility

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor / Master / Diploma from a technical school (HF) / university of applied sciences (FH) or university in a technical field

• Extensive experience in the area of Computerized System Validation (CSV) in a biotech related environment

• Depth understanding of bioprocesses, GMP and biopharma productions computerized system

• Strong experience in DeltaV, KNEAT and project management

• Strong leadership skills (strong team orientation) and ability to communicate internally and externally at higher levels, strong business understanding

• Fluent in English, German language skills are advantageous

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.