Biotech Production Unit Leader (Deputy Head) Job in Huningue, Switzerland

Our clients in the regions of Bern, Basel, Zurich and Lausanne are looking for executives and specialists from the following sectors:

- Biotechnology / pharmaceutical industry
- Telecommunications / telematics
- Computer science, new media
- High Tech Industries
- Business management

Biotech Production Unit Leader (Deputy Head) Job Description

Looking to make a difference in biotechnical production environment?

We are mandated to search, on behalf of our client, a global Pharma company in the area of Mulhouse, for a candidate with experience in the biotechnical pharma production GMP regulated environment and knowledge in Quality assurance as a Biotech Production Unit Leader (Deputy Head).      

Main responsibilities:

The PU Leader has responsibility in helping the team align and execute the strategic plan with the leadership team vision to consistently deliver high quality products to customers in a compliant, efficient and cost effective manner and make the plant more competitive in the marketplace.

In addition, the PU Leader will:

• Translate objectives from the leadership team into an actionable strategic plan
• Coordinate and facilitate team decision making, planning and execution to achieve strategic objectives
• Work with Production Head to establish team objectives, direction and priorities
• Drive team objectives, directions and priorities
• Drive lean production, preventive action and continuous improvement programs
• Prepare and/or assist in preparation of team business cases (CAR)
• Prepare and participate in Health Authorities inspections
• Lead and/or participate in team member hiring
• Formulate and/or reformulate KPIs to align with strategic objectives
• Foster and support a high performance team work environment
• Lead and facilitate team meetings
• Foster and support cross-training to further drive efficiencies
• Meet quality, customer service, compliance, GMP and regulations 

Biotech Production Unit Leader (Deputy Head) Job Requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree, Master degree or PhD, preferably in engineering, biological or physical sciences.
• Master degree in business administration (eg, MBA) is beneficial.
• A minimum of 10 years relevant experience in the biotech manufacturing including leadership and management roles.
• In depth knowledge of pharmaceutical production concepts and operations, GMP and other regulatory requirements.
• Specific experience with microbial fermentation and purification processes highly desirable.
• Knowledge of long- and short-term planning techniques for the development, achievement, and maintenance of excellence in department operations.

Biotech Production Unit Leader (Deputy Head) Application Information

If you are a good communicative team-player with established presentation and scientific/technical know-how in biotech pharma environment and you excel in priority setting and adherence to project timelines then you are exactly what we are looking for. Apply today either through the online portal or via email.

ref. 20005080    
Frau Dr. Louise Duerr
Senior Partner
Holbeinstrasse 15
CH - 4051 Basel    

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