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Process Team Lead
Manufacturing Transport Logistics
💰 Salary Not shared
📊 Market 45,000 CHF–65,000 CHF/mo (540,000 CHF–780,000 CHF/yr)
About the Company
Job Description Summary Job Purpose The Process Team Lead is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations within the Manufacturing Unit, fostering a culture of empowerment, accountability, and continuous improvement. The role ensures the delivery of high-quality products in compliance with GMP, HSE, and Novartis standards while maximizing operational efficiency, productivity, and team performance. Job Description Major Accountabilities Manufacturing Operations & Shop Floor Leadership Provide visible leadership on the shop floor through regular presence, walkthroughs, and operational support. Ensure adequate resource planning and allocation based on production workload and business priorities. Review and manage production schedules within the operational horizon, considering risks, constraints, and opportunities. Ensure continuity of production flow through effective coordination of personnel, materials, consumables, equipment, documentation, and supporting services. Set operational priorities and adjust plans when unforeseen events occur. Optimize the utilization of human and technical resources to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. Monitor and drive implementation of CAPAs and actions related to operational performance indicators. Own shop floor service support activities and management of external workforce supporting cleaning and material handling operations. Support technical batch release activities,
Requirements
- ● Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Technology, Life Sciences, or a related field.
- ● Minimum 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry within a GMP-regulated environment.
- ● Minimum 2 years of people leadership or supervisory experience is preferred.
- ● Technical & Functional Skills
- ● Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
- ● Good understanding of Quality Systems and Health Authority requirements.
- ● Knowledge of Lean Management and Operational Excellence methodologies.
- ● Leadership Competencies
- ● Strong leadership and people development capabilities.
- ● Effective communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
- ● Proven ability to lead change and drive organizational performance.
- ● Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
- ● Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- ● Advanced English proficiency.
- ● Fluent Turkish.
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