ADS Asset Head (m/f/d) 80-100%

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.

The ADS Asset Head manages 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. Is accountable for the performance and results of the assigned area including cost control. Manages the operational readiness and provides leadership to the CQ-project team incl. the post OQ Start-up within the investment / Capex Projects. Secures  the integration  of  the  new  facility/unit  into  the  overall  manufacturing network. Is a member of the Investment Project & Manufacturing Leadership Teams

What you’ll get:

• An agile dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location. The full list of our global benefits can be also found on https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates and their families

What you’ll do:

• Leading a team of production managers (chemists/ biologists), supervisors and specialists with full responsibility for all aspects of human resource management such as qualification, development, coaching, hiring, pay decisions and discipline issues.
• Accountable for the execution of all production campaigns in his/her manufacturing unit with regard to safety, quality and environmental requirements
• First contact person in case of production issues in his/her manufacturing unit according to the common escalation guidelines.
• Supports the production teams with his/her expertise in solution finding
  and trouble shooting
• Keeps an overview on production costs and provides the POV forecast
  for the production campaigns in his/her area of responsibility. Is
  involved in budgeting process for preparation of product cost
  calculations for standard prices.
• Executes risk analysis and manufacturing workplace inspections.
• As a member of the functional Leadership Team responsible for all aspect of general production management such as housekeeping, staff behavior, training activities and control of general
• processes and installations.
• Operational specialist and frequent contact for BU team members in all questions of production planning (S&OP process), technical evaluations and feasibility requests.
• Responsible for regular performance control such as weekly report, dashboard, Hoshin Board and other reporting tools
• Deputy of the head of organization during his/her absence
• Manufacturing project leader or team member in CAPEX projects
• Responsible for ensuring timely end-user input throughout all phases of the investment project.
• Responsible for securing the preparation of operating procedures & documentation, the maintenance planning and training
• Establish preparation and organization the relevant start-up measures within the investment projects together with the relevant functions and stakeholders
• Drives proactive the successful hand-over of the Invest-projects to the manufacturing  team  including  the  right  level  of  training  and  correct documentation.

What we’re looking for:

• Academical degree (Master, PhD or comparable) in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering or related disciplines
• Strong and proven leadership skills, and high level of self-motivation, integrity, perseverance and result orientation
• Significant work experience in chemical manufacturing preferably in leadership positions
• Broad chemical expertise and knowledge in chemical engineering
• Deep GMP and EHS knowledge
• Fluency in English, German as a prerequisite
• Understanding of business and financial processes is advantageous
• Practical experience of OE / LEAN – methodology is a plus

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.