Global Head of Maintenance & Reliability, Plasma Ops

Takeda; Zürich; On-site; CHF 177,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda in Zürich, Switzerland, is seeking a Global Lead Maintenance & Reliability Plasma to drive engineering excellence across manufacturing operations. You will provide strategic direction to engineering teams, oversee equipment and systems, and lead initiatives for reliability, safety, and performance.

Strong leadership and regulatory knowledge are essential. Role emphasizes managing complex projects, budgets, and stakeholder collaboration to support operational excellence and sustainable

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in manufacturing engineering or engineering leadership in regulated industries.
• Proven ability to mentor engineering managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong strategic planning translating priorities into actionable plans.
• Demonstrated success delivering complex engineering projects on time and within budget.
• Solid understanding of quality systems, regulatory compliance, and EHS standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to multiple engineering teams and managers.
• Develop and implement long-term manufacturing engineering strategies.
• Oversee design, construction, testing, and optimization of equipment and systems.
• Lead complex projects, ensuring delivery within timelines, budgets, and safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement for efficiency, reliability, and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, and environmental policies.
• Manage budgets, resources, and investment planning for engineering.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, offering technical guidance on priorities.
• Develop engineering capabilities through talent development and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Manufacturing Engineering

Project Management

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Continuous Improvement

Budget & Resources

Job description

Takeda in Zürich, Switzerland, is seeking a Global Lead Maintenance & Reliability Plasma to drive engineering excellence across manufacturing operations. You will provide strategic direction to engineering teams, oversee equipment and systems, and lead initiatives for reliability, safety, and performance.

Strong leadership and regulatory knowledge are essential. Role emphasizes managing complex projects, budgets, and stakeholder collaboration to support operational excellence and sustainable