The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
To support the ongoing growth at our Lonza manufacturing site in Visp, we are looking for a Team Lead Lonza Training Center. This role is part of the Shared Infrastructure & Services organization and reports to the Head of Education & Training Visp. The position is responsible for leading and developing the team of trainers and managing all centralized training activities – from onboarding to advanced trainings.
Lead the strategic and operational direction of the Lonza Training Center Visp
Manage and develop a team of 10–15 trainers
Coordinate external training partnerships and ensure alignment with site strategy
Oversee onboarding, GMP basic training, and qualification programs for operations staff
Conducting training sessions
Monitor and assess the effectiveness of training measures; manage KPIs and reporting
Collaborate with stakeholders across functions and sites (e.g. Business Platforms, QA, EHS, HR)
Analyze training needs and support employee development aligned with Lonza’s culture
Support new hires during onboarding and conduct performance check-ins
Key requirements:
Vocational qualification (EFZ) in chemical/pharma technology or training; ideally B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Biotechnology
10+ years of experience in GMP-regulated environments, preferably in biopharma manufacturing
Proven leadership experience and strong interpersonal skills
Fluent in German and English (written and spoken)
Solution-oriented, structured, and resilient with high quality and safety awareness
Passion for people development and the ability to coach and guide diverse teams
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