Operations Director – Neuchâtel Operations Center

Focuslight Technologies Inc.; Neuenburg; On-site; CHF 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Focuslight Technologies is seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead the Neuchâtel Operations Center. You will align operational strategy with corporate goals, drive performance, and develop a high-performing local team within an international setting.

Based in Neuchâtel, you will collaborate with global manufacturing sites, champion Focuslight culture, and ensure compliance while delivering sustainable operational improvements and growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in industrial operations or manufacturing, including 5+ years in a managerial role.
• Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering, Industrial Management, Manufacturing, or related discipline.
• Strong global mindset, hands-on execution, and ability to lead operational transformation.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Neuchâtel Operations Center to meet business objectives.
• Define and execute the site's operational strategy and continuous improvement agenda.
• Own operational performance, including delivery, quality, efficiency, and cost management.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a multicultural team and build a sustainable talent pipeline.
• Champion the Focuslight culture and ensure values are embedded in daily operations and global collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-cultural leadership

Global mindset

French & English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering/Industrial Management/Manufacturing

Job description

Focuslight Technologies | Full-time | Permanent Position

We are seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead the operational performance and organizational development of our Neuchâtel Operations Center. This role requires a hands-on industrial leader with a global mindset, strong execution capabilities, and the ability to build a high-performing local organization within an international operating environment.

Beyond day-to-day operational management, the successful candidate will serve as a key link between Corporate, international manufacturing sites, and the local Neuchâtel organization. With strong cross-cultural leadership capabilities, the role will drive global alignment and collaboration while building local credibility, influence, and leadership capability to strengthen the site's operational performance and long‑term development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Neuchâtel Operations Center, ensuring delivery against business objectives.
• Define and execute the site's operational strategy and continuous improvement agenda.
• Own operational performance, including delivery, quality, efficiency, and cost management.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a multicultural team, strengthening local leadership capabilities and building a sustainable talent pipeline.
• Champion the Focuslight culture and philosophy, lead by example and ensure company values and principles are embedded in daily operations and collaboration with global teams.
• Ensure compliance with applicable local regulations and company policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 10 years of experience in industrial operations or manufacturing, including at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role. Proven experience in industrial operations management, including leadership responsibility for operational performance.
• Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Industrial Management, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
• Strong global mindset, hands‑on execution, and demonstrated ability to lead operational transformation and build local organizational influence.
• Experience in a multinational industrial company with multi‑site operations and cross‑cultural collaboration is strongly preferred.
• Experience in photonics, precision optics, semiconductors, microtechnology, or other high‑precision manufacturing industries is an advantage.
• Fluent in both French and English is mandatory.
• Must be based in Neuchâtel, Switzerland.