Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.
We are looking to recruit a Manufacturing Lead (Director) to oversee the operational activities of a manufacturing unit with overall responsibility of manufacturing execution regarding safety, quality and on-time-in full delivery. Leads a team of production leaders, supervisors and specialists.
You will be accountable for the performance and results of the assigned area including cost control, managing the operational readiness and provides leadership to the CQ-project team incl. the post OQ Start-up within the investment / Capex Projects.
Lead a team of production managers (chemists/biologists), supervisors, and specialists, with full responsibility for all aspects of people management, including qualification, development, coaching, hiring, compensation decisions, and performance or conduct issues.
Accountable for executing all production campaigns in the manufacturing unit, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
As a member of the Functional Leadership Team, support overall production management, including housekeeping, team conduct, training activities, and general operational controls.
Responsible for routine performance monitoring, including weekly reports, dashboards, Hoshin boards, and other reporting tools.
Advanced degree (Master’s, PhD, or equivalent) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
Demonstrated leadership skills with strong self-motivation, integrity, perseverance, and results orientation.
Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.
People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.
