Global OE Specialist - Lean (a), 100% — Bachem AG
CHF 62'000 - 94'000
Bachem AG · Bubendorf (BL)
- Location
- Bubendorf
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 57 days ago
SalaryCHF 62'000 - 94'000
Role overview
To further strengthen our global Operational Excellence team, we are seeking a hands‑on and pragmatic Global OE Specialist
Lean.
In this key global role, you will act as a subject‑matter expert and authority for Lean systems and flow excellence, driving measurable and sustainable improvements in flow, throughput, lead time, and productivity across production and transactional environments worldwide.
- To further strengthen our global Operational Excellence team, we are seeking a hands‑on and pragmatic Global OE Specialist
- Lean.
- Your responsibilities
- Lead and/or support high‑impact Lean initiatives across sites and functions (manufacturing, supply chain, quality interfaces, and transactional processes)
Main responsibilities
- Your responsibilities
- Lead and/or support high‑impact Lean initiatives across sites and functions (manufacturing, supply chain, quality interfaces, and transactional processes)
- Own, deploy, and continuously improve Lean systems and standards (e.g.
- Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, SMED, Visual Management, TPM foundations) within the global OE operating model
- Drive end‑to‑end value‑stream optimization to improve flow, increase throughput, and reduce lead time from demand to delivery
- Enable systematic identification and elimination of losses and waste in direct and indirect processes, including bottleneck analysis and flow‑based optimization
- Ensure Lean initiatives translate into robust problem‑solving actions, standardization, and sustainable control mechanisms
- Provide hands‑on on‑site and remote support for continuous improvement events, value‑stream transformations, and stabilization phases
Application process
- Build Lean capability by coaching site leadership, OE Business Partners, and OE Champions in Lean leadership behaviors and practical application of Lean methods
- Contribute to the OE Academy through development and delivery of Lean trainings, role‑based curricula, and sharing of best practices across the global OE community
- Support OE governance and portfolio execution through maturity assessments, standard adherence, clear baselining, and tracking of sustainable benefits
- Collaborate closely with other Global OE Specialists to integrate approaches and ensure a coherent, non‑fragmented OE system Your Profile:
- University degree in chemistry, engineering, pharmaceutical or natural sciences, or a related field
- At least 5 years professional experience in Lean deployment, operational excellence, and/or continuous improvement roles, ideally in CDMO/CMO, chemical/pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
- Professional experience in GMP regulated environments is a advantage
- Proven track record leading value‑stream transformations and delivering measurable improvements in flow, lead time, and productivity
Additional details
- Please note: unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be considered.
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