Manager, Operations Secondary Packaging

ThermoFisher Scientific; Allschwil; On-site; CHF 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead manufacturing, packaging, or warehouse operations in a GMP-regulated environment. You will drive continuous improvement, ensure quality and regulatory compliance, and coordinate cross-functional teams to meet customer commitments and business goals.

The role requires strategic and hands-on leadership, strong project management, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree with 6+ years in regulated manufacturing ops
• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years in ops management
• Certifications in Supply Chain, Six Sigma or Lean are a plus
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, quality systems, and regulatory requirements
• Proven leadership and communication across all levels of the organization

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic and day-to-day operations of manufacturing, packaging, or warehouse operations in a regulated setting
• Drive continuous improvement to meet safety, quality, delivery, and financial targets
• Coordinate cross-functional activities with internal and external stakeholders to fulfill customer commitments

Skills

Operations management

Project management

English and German communication

Education

Advanced degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Lean manufacturing

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Description:

Lead the strategic and day-to-day operations of manufacturing, packaging, or warehouse operations while ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements. Guide operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and financial targets. Serve as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and external customers, coordinating cross-functional activities to meet customer commitments and business objectives.

Requirements:

• Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience in operations management in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably pharmaceutical/medical device
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Science, or related technical field
• Professional certifications in Supply Chain, Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing a plus
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, quality systems, and regulatory requirements
• Proven experience leading, developing and supporting teams
• Demonstrated ability to implement operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English and German for engaging with all levels of organization
• Experience with ERP systems, lean manufacturing, and process improvement methodologiesAbility to analyze data and metrics to implement performance improvements
• Budget management and financial acumen
• Strong organizational and time management skills for managing multiple priorities
• Ability to work in cleanroom/controlled environments and use required PPE when needed
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Demonstrates commitment to company values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement
• Shift work and on-call responsibilities may be required
• Travel up to 20% may be required

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.