Deviation & Capa Manager (m/f/d) - 80-100%

The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

As a Deviation & CAPA Manager, you will be responsible for managing deviations and CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) processes within the logistics and hygiene areas of our MC1 and MC2 production sites. You will ensure full compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements and support continuous improvement initiatives across logistics, industrial hygiene, and related quality systems.

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What you will get:

• An agile career and a dynamic work culture.

• An inclusive and ethical workplace.

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.

In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits. Our full list of tailored local benefits can be found below.

• Benefits in Visp: https://bit.ly/3wjkoFi

What you will do:

• Manage and evaluate deviations in logistics and hygiene areas for MC1 and MC2

• Prepare, review, and maintain relevant GMP documentation (e.g., Deviation Reports, CAPAs, SOPs, Risk Assessments)

• Develop, review, and implement process-related procedures (e.g., Standard Operating Procedures, reports, risk analyses)

• Prepare, update, and monitor cleaning plans in logistics and hygiene-related areas

• Manage interfaces between Logistics, Clean Utilities, Industrial Hygiene, QA, QC Monitoring, Facilities, and Production

• Ensure all GMP-related technical requirements are correctly implemented, documented, and approved

• Support the preparation and review of GMP documentation and Change Requests (CRs) for MC1 and MC2

• Provide expert advice for cross-functional investigations related to logistics and hygiene processes

• Conduct regular on-site inspections (Gemba Walks) to identify potential risks and improvement opportunities

• Execute CAPA actions and ensure timely follow-up and closure within the Quality Management System (QMS)

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address and resolve quality issues

• Identify trends and propose recommendations for process optimization and quality enhancement

• Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics Engineering, Engineering, Material Management, Hygiene, or a related field

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a GMP-regulated biopharmaceutical or manufacturing environment

• Strong knowledge of deviation management and CAPA processes

• Experience with Quality Management Systems (e.g., TrackWise, LIMS, etc.) preferred

• High level of technical understanding and the ability to interpret complex processes and systems

• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities with minimal reliance on subject matter experts

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Language skills: fluent in German or English; bilingual proficiency is a plus

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At

Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.