HR Generalist

Lonza; Oberwallis; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Lonza seeks an adaptable HR professional to support the Visp site, driving HR processes and lifecycle activities 100% on‑site. You will partner with HR Business Partners to optimize operations and contribute to digitalization and change initiatives.

You will manage recruitment, onboarding, talent development, and offboarding while advising managers on core HR topics. Fluency in English and German is required, with MS Office and HRIS experience.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proven experience in HR generalist roles, preferably international or industrial setting.
• Solid knowledge of end-to-end HR processes and lifecycle management; Swiss labor law a plus.
• Experience in HR digitalization, process optimization, or project management.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HR systems; strong data analytics skills.
• Strong service orientation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Professional fluency in English and German (C1 level) required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver seamless, high‑quality HR support across the Visp site.
• Support HR Business Partners on operational and strategic topics; advise managers and employees on core HR processes.
• Manage day‑to‑day operations across the employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, development, and offboarding.
• Lead and contribute to local and global HR projects focusing on process optimization, digitalization, and change management.
• Prepare HR analytics, metrics, and decision‑making documents for leaders.
• Drive continuous improvement and employee experience initiatives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Foster collaborative relationships with stakeholders, managers, and cross‑functional site teams.

Skills

HR generalist

Stakeholder management

Change management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

HRIS/HR systems

Job description

Are you an adaptable HR professional passionate about driving site success and supporting dynamic employee lifecycles? Based 100% on site in Visp, you will partner closely with HR Business Partners to optimize HR processes, deliver key employee lifecycle activities, and contribute to impactful digitalization and change initiatives.

This is a fully site‑based role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Competitive hourly rate.

What you will do:

• Empower life‑saving operations by delivering seamless, high‑quality HR support across our Visp site.
• Support HR Business Partners on both operational and strategic topics, advising managers and employees on core HR processes.
• Manage day‑to‑day operations across the entire employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, talent development, and offboarding.
• Lead and contribute to local and global HR projects focusing on process optimization, digitalization, and change management.
• Prepare HR analytics, metrics, and decision‑making documents to derive actionable insights for business leaders.
• Drive continuous improvement and employee experience initiatives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Foster collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, managers, and cross‑functional site teams.

What we are looking for:

• Degree or equivalent higher education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in HR generalist roles, preferably within an international or industrial setting.
• Solid working knowledge of end‑to‑end HR processes and lifecycle management; knowledge of Swiss labor law is an advantage.
• Practical experience participating in or leading HR digitalization, process optimization, or project management initiatives.
• High proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint) alongside hands‑on experience with modern HR systems.
• Strong service orientation, independent problem‑solving abilities, and excellent communication skills.
• Adaptability and enthusiasm for organizational change and continuous HR improvement.
• Professional fluency in both English and German (at least C1 level) is required.

About Lonza

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

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, they value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment.

As Lonza’s talent acquisition partner, please note, Randstad is responsible for the engagement and contracting of this contingent role.