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
What you will do:
- 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
What we are looking for:
- 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
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.