Operational Excellence Manager (m/f/d) 80%-100% — Lonza
- Location
- Visp
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
Operational Excellence Manager (m/f/d) 80%-100% Location: Visp, Switzerland
The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland.
Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
- Operational Excellence Manager (m/f/d) 80%-100% Location: Visp, Switzerland
- The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland.
Application process
- now.
Company and context
- Professional growth through coaching, mentoring, and leadership exposure across the organization. A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
- The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits What you will do:
- Lead and coordinate innovation and Operational Excellence projects using Lean Six Sigma methodologies to improve manufacturing performance and operational efficiency.
- Own the end-to-end asset improvement roadmap, accelerating operational gains, enhancing process robustness, and supporting reliable long-term drug substance supply.
- Partner with functional leaders across Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Technical Services to identify opportunities and establish continuous improvement objectives.
- Coach and support employees pursuing White Belt, Yellow Belt, and Green Belt certifications while fostering a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.
- Monitor, review, and improve operational performance metrics, ensuring data-driven decisions and sustainable business outcomes.
- Align and prioritize improvement initiatives to maximize synergies between local asset objectives and broader site and organizational transformation programs.
- Act as a change agent by promoting innovation, problem-solving, and Lean thinking across the Mid-Scale Microbial asset. What we are looking for:
- Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Technology, Chemistry, Process Engineering, or a related scientific or engineering discipline. A PhD in one of these fields is considered an advantage.
Additional details
- Operational Excellence Manager (m/f/d) 80%-100% Location: Visp, Switzerland
- Working together in person supports close, real-time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.
- Professional growth through coaching, mentoring, and leadership exposure across the organization. A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
- The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits
- Act as a change agent by promoting innovation, problem-solving, and Lean thinking across the Mid-Scale Microbial asset. What we are looking for:
- Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Technology, Chemistry, Process Engineering, or a related scientific or engineering discipline. A PhD in one of these fields is considered an advantage.
- Proven ability to coach, train, and mentor employees across different Lean Six Sigma certification levels and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Business-fluent English is required;
- Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and change management skills, with the ability to translate strategic objectives into sustainable operational results.
Notes and original content
- Operational Excellence Manager (m/f/d) 80%-100%
- Location: Visp, Switzerland
- What you will get:
- Professional growth through coaching, mentoring, and leadership exposure across the organization.
- A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
- What you will do:
- Act as a change agent by promoting innovation, problem-solving, and Lean thinking across the Mid-Scale Microbial asset.
- What we are looking for:
- Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Technology, Chemistry, Process Engineering, or a related scientific or engineering discipline.
- A PhD in one of these fields is considered an advantage.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Lonza offer for this role?
Lonza lists CHF 83'500 - 126'500 gross per year for this position in Visp. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Lonza offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Lonza during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Valais?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Valais can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Valais's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Lonza?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Lonza's original listing at lonza.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
