Microbiology QC Technician Flexible GMP Lab Role

Ophtafarm AG; Hettlingen; On-site; CHF 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working conditions

Pension scheme

Free parking

Public transport access

Job summary

Ophtapharm AG in Switzerland is seeking a Microbiological QC Laboratory Technician to support the manufacture of sterile ophthalmic medicines. You will perform microbiological testing, media preparation and Media Fill activities in a GMP-regulated environment, contributing to product quality and patient safety.

The role offers exposure to pharma microbiology, close collaboration with Microbiology, Quality and Production teams, and a flexible, hands-on culture with room for improvement ideas.

Qualifications

• Completed vocational training as a biological, medical or comparable laboratory technician.
• Experience in microbiological quality control, ideally within a pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated environment.
• Knowledge of GMP requirements and laboratory documentation practices.
• Enjoy laboratory work, work with precision and take pride in delivering reliable results.
• Very good German language skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing including bioburden, water and sterility testing.
• Prepare, monitor and maintain microbiological culture media for routine lab activities.
• Support Media Fill activities and other key processes within sterile manufacturing.
• Maintain GMP-compliant documentation and contribute to inspection readiness.
• Help ensure smooth lab operations through effective management of samples, materials and supplies.

Skills

Microbiology quality control

GMP documentation

German language skills

Laboratory precision

Education

Vocational training in biological/medical lab technician

Job description

Ophtapharm AG in Switzerland is seeking a Microbiological QC Laboratory Technician to support the manufacture of sterile ophthalmic medicines. You will perform microbiological testing, media preparation and Media Fill activities in a GMP-regulated environment, contributing to product quality and patient safety.

The role offers exposure to pharma microbiology, close collaboration with Microbiology, Quality and Production teams, and a flexible, hands-on culture with room for improvement ideas.