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

Lead a highly engaged team of operators and line mechanics on a vial filling & lyophilisation line, where your voice matters, decisions are made together, and you can truly shape how the operation runs. In this hands-on leadership role, you'll balance coaching an autonomous team with  stakeholder management across Engineering, Supply Chain, MSAT, and Quality in a fast-paced and dynamic GMP environment. Check out Your Career in Drug Product  Services at Lonza!

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.

In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits.

The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

The list of local benefits: 3cf206339e0e4e41a77e8c806138c2b5

What you will do:

• Lead and inspire a high-performing team of operators and line mechanics, providing coaching and support while empowering individuals to take ownership and make decisions in a highly autonomous environment.

• Drive the safe, compliant, and efficient execution of vial filling and lyophilisation operations, ensuring production targets and clinical supply commitments are met while maintaining GMP excellence.

• Partner closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, MSAT, Quality, and other stakeholders to align priorities, solve challenges, and ensure seamless manufacturing operations.

• Champion continuous improvement and operational excellence, supporting deviation management, investigations, root cause analysis, and the implementation of sustainable process improvements.

• Balance a visible presence on the manufacturing floor with strategic planning responsibilities, helping the team navigate a fast-paced, dynamic environment while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and collaboration.

What we are looking for:

• Experience in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing is essential, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment and confidently balance operational priorities.

• Strong people and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative, approachable leadership style and the ability to build effective partnerships across Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, MSAT, and Supply Chain.

• Fluent German is required; English skills are considered an advantage.

• Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment is highly valued; however, candidates with strong hands-on aseptic fill & finish expertise looking to take the next step into leadership are equally encouraged to apply.

• Experience with aseptic fill & finish operations, particularly vials and lyophilisation processes, is a strong advantage, while a scientific degree is beneficial but not required.

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.