Senior Manager, GE CQ Visp (m/f/d) (80-100%)

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five 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 hiring for a driven Senior Manager, GE CQ Visp (Commissioning, Qualification). In this role you will ensure that new equipment,  facilities,  and  processes  meet  the  regulatory  requirements  and quality standards.

Join our ambitious team and help deliver world-class engineering projects. This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to innovative CQ projects in Switzerland !

The role is based in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed. This role involves being onsite full time.

Key responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing and leading a team of engineers in charge to apply regulatory requirements and quality standards.

• Oversee the execution of qualification activities on several small projects.

• Represent the GE CQ department during internal Audit (GQC, GQE) or external Audit/Inspection (SwissMedic, FDA e.g)

• Calculate resource allocation, cost estimation, and timeline projection for successful CQV execution in assigned portfolio of CAPEX projects, ensuring the completion of all tasks within schedule through daily meetings with team members and resources to highlight and communicate schedule targets, resolve issues, and escalate when necessary.

• Will be in charge of internal and External Audit/Inspection preparation and presentation

• Manage staffing for projects, identify and lead internal or external resources for appropriate project execution.

• Act as subject matter expert (SME) in developing Project Execution Plan and Project Quality Plan and involved committees.

• Develop and implement commissioning, qualification (CQ) strategies aligned with global standards for CAPEX investments portfolio.

• Lead CQV activities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

• Perform Data Integrity Walkdown to ensure compliance and adherence to Lonza SOPs.

Key requirements:

• Master Degree or equivalent experience in Pharma, Engineering, or Science

• Proficient in English, German is an advantage

• Proven experience in Pharma / Engineering (GEP/GMP) and CQV Project Management

• Comprehensive understanding of Pharmaceutical/Bio Science "Contract Manufacturing" business and experienced in cGMP.

• Presentation  skills  during  Audit/Inspection  from  internal  QA  department or from Authorities such as SwissMedic,FDA e.g

• Strong leadership skills with a global interaction capability.

• Possess financial and commercial acumen, able to link understanding to project goals, costs & scheduling, and risk.

• Strong analytical skills for in-depth analysis of complex/large datasets, drawing conclusions and supporting decisions.

Why Lonza ?

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.

Inclusion is one of Lonza’s four core values, alongside integrity, innovation, and initiative. We understand the value of our differences and the benefits they bring to our company, community, and culture. We also recognize the value of every person’s contribution, regardless of characteristics, preferences, and beliefs – including race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and religion.