Ph3bHead of Production (Drug Substance Manufacturing) /b /h3 pGerman-speaking Switzerland | Full-time | Leadership Opportunity in a Growing Chemical API/CDMO Environment /p pAre you an experienced production leader with a background in chemical pharmaceutical manufacturing, API production, or CDMO operations? We are partnering with an established Swiss pharmaceutical manufacturer seeking a bHead of Production /b to lead manufacturing activities across highly regulated chemical drug substance operations. /p pThis is an opportunity to take ownership of production performance, operational excellence, compliance, and team leadership within a complex GMP environment supporting international pharmaceutical clients. /p h3The Role /h3 pAs bHead of Production /b, you will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient production of chemical drug substances (APIs). You will play a key role in driving continuous improvement, supporting growth initiatives, and developing high-performing production teams. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liLead and manage all production activities within GMP-regulated chemical/API manufacturing facilities /li liEnsure manufacturing targets relating to bquality, safety, delivery, and cost /b are achieved /li liOversee batch execution, production planning, and resource allocation /li liMaintain compliance with bcGMP, HSE, EHS, and Swiss/international regulatory requirements /b /li liLead, develop, and mentor production managers, supervisors, and operational teams /li liDrive bcontinuous improvement initiatives /b, operational excellence, and efficiency projects /li liCollaborate cross-functionally with bQuality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Validation, Maintenance, and Technical Services /b /li liSupport audits and inspections from customers and regulatory authorities /li liContribute to scale-up activities, process optimisation, technology transfer, and capacity expansion projects /li liEnsure implementation of lean manufacturing principles and performance KPI tracking /li /ul h3Ideal Background /h3 pWe are interested in speaking with professionals who have: /p ul liDegree in bChemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Process Engineering, Chemistry /b, or similar technical discipline /li liSignificant leadership experience within bchemical pharmaceutical manufacturing, API production, fine chemicals, or CDMO environments /b /li liProven experience managing production teams within bGMP-regulated facilities /b /li liStrong understanding of bchemical synthesis processes /b, industrial manufacturing operations, and process safety /li liExperience with inspections, audits, deviation management, CAPAs, and regulatory compliance /li liDemonstrated success in leading operational improvement and manufacturing optimisation projects /li liAbility to manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced manufacturing environment /li liFluent bGerman and English /b (essential) /li /ul h3Desirable Experience /h3 pExperience in one or more of the following would be advantageous: /p ul liHigh potency APIs (HPAPI) /li liSterile or highly contained manufacturing environments /li liContinuous manufacturing or scale-up projects /li liTechnology transfer or process industrialisation /li liCDMO/client-facing manufacturing operations /li /ul h3What’s on Offer /h3 ul liSenior leadership position with high visibility and strategic impact /li liOpportunity to influence manufacturing performance and site growth /li liCompetitive salary package + benefits /li liLong-term career progression within an innovative pharmaceutical manufacturing environment /liliWork within a collaborative, international CDMO setting in Switzerland /li /ul pIf you have experience leading bAPI or chemical pharmaceutical production operations /b and are looking for your next leadership challenge, we’d be interested in speaking with you confidentially. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr