Solution Supply Specialist (Weigh & Dispense / Buffer & Media)

Randstad Switzerland; Luzern; Hybrid; CHF 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Randstad Switzerland is seeking a Supply Solutions Specialist focused on Weigh & Dispense and Buffer/Media Preparation in a hybrid role. You will bridge floor operations with quality systems, drive deviations management and MES alignment, and support GMP-compliant digitization initiatives.

The role combines technical office work with on-the-floor preparation duties in a regulated manufacturing environment, contributing to Upstream/Downstream Solution Supply processes.

Qualifikationen

• GMP knowledge and GDP/ALCOA+ principles are required.
• Experience operating GMP cleanroom facilities and related equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot deviations and support investigations.
• Proficiency in German and English (spoken and written).
• Familiarity with MES/EBR/LIMS and paper batch records.

Aufgaben

• Operate Weigh & Dispense (W&D) and Buffer/Media Preparation activities per GMP/GDocP.
• Assist with deviation investigations, MES editing, and SOP maintenance.
• Support digitization and MES implementation to align with batch records.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to meet quality and schedule targets.
• Maintain cleanroom readiness and participate in EHS risk assessments on-floor.

Kenntnisse

GMP compliance

Problem solving

Cleanroom protocol

German language

English language

Ausbildung

Technical or scientific vocational training

Tools

MES

EBR

LIMS

SAP

Jobbeschreibung

For one of our clients, an international pharmaceutical company, we are seeking a Supply Solutions Specialist - Weigh & Dispense, Buffer & Media Prep.

General Information

• Duration: 12 months contract
• Working hours: Standard

About the work

This is a dedicated, hybrid role within the Solution Supply department. It offers a perfect balance between technical office work (deviation management, SOP/MES authoring, and digitization) and active on-the-floor operations in Weigh & Dispense (W&D) and Buffer/Media Preparation. As a Specialist, you will act as a key link between direct floor operations and quality systems, driving continuous improvement, safety, and compliance specifically within W&D and Solution Supply to support our upstream and downstream manufacturing streams.

Scope of the role

• Primary Deployment Areas: Solely dedicated to Weigh & Dispense (W&D), Upstream Solution (USP) Supply, and Downstream Solution (DSP) Supply.
• Team Structure: Floor operations are typically executed in collaborative teams of two within processing areas.
• Operational Flexibility: High flexibility is required to shift seamlessly between technical desk-based initiatives (deviations, MES editing) and on-the-floor preparation support depending on manufacturing schedules.

Tasks & Responsibilities

1. Technical Office Work, Compliance & Deviation Management

• Quality & Document Control: Support the authoring, revision, and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), sampling plans, and departmental procedures to ensure compliance with GMP and GDocP requirements.
• Digitization & MES: Support the onboarding, testing, training, and execution of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES / Electronic Batch Records) and align them with paper batch records to drive digitization in Solution Supply.
• Deviation & Risk Management: Lead, investigate, and escape deviations occurring within Solution Supply. Act as a Quality Risk Assessment (QRA) and Change Champion to drive compliance, process robustness, and operational optimization.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead and participate daily in cross-functional teams to collaboratively address and cover compliance, quality, and technical deliverables under direction.

2. On-the-Floor Operations (W&D & Solution Supply)

• Weigh & Dispense (W&D): Perform routine operator activities within W&D, raw material staging, material transfers, visual inspection, and inventory control in strict adherence to GMP and GDocP requirements.
• Buffer & Media Preparation: Execute routine formulation, sterile filtration, and supply activities to provide critical buffers and media for Upstream (USP) and Downstream (DSP) processing.
• Equipment & Cleanroom Operations: Operate, set up, and prepare process equipment in strict adherence to electronic/paper batch records and SOPs. Maintain the GMP status of formulation areas.
• Single-Use & Stainless Steel Systems: Assist with the assembly, preparation, and disassembly of single-use systems (SUS) (e.g., bags, tubing, filters) and traditional stainless steel formulation vessels.
• Equipment Upkeep & Prep: Support cleaning validation cycles, parts washing, autoclave operations (in compliance with validated cycles), calibration, and routine equipment maintenance.
• Process Sampling: Execute critical process sampling (e.g., pH, conductivity, bioburden) in accordance with approved sampling plans and SOPs.
• Safe by Choice: Embody a strong safety culture by knowing, following, and promoting Safety, Health, and Environment (EHS) guidelines to achieve site safety goals.
• EHS Risk Assessments: Lead, facilitate, and participate in EHS risk assessments and site safety initiative implementations on-floor.
• Continuous Learning: Solve complex formulation and process problems, bring new perspectives to existing solutions, and demonstrate a strong desire to continuously learn and develop.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Inspire D&I by building effective, trusting, and collaborative working relationships within a highly diverse, cross-functional team.

Requirements

• Education: Technical or scientific vocational training (e.g., Biotech/Chemical Laboratory Technician, Chemical Operator, Druggist/Pharmacist Assistant) or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of hands-on manufacturing experience within a GMP-regulated biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical environment (specifically in solution preparation, formulation, or central services).
• Core Systems: Prior exposure to both paper-based batch records and electronic systems (e.g., MES, EBR, LIMS, SAP).

Technical & Soft Skills

• GMP & Compliance: Strong, practical understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and ALCOA+ principles.
• Equipment Expertise: Experience operating single-use systems, parts washers, autoclaves, and analytical benchtop instruments (e.g., pH/conductivity meters).
• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to troubleshoot equipment/process issues and support deviation investigations to root cause.
• Language Proficiency: Professional working proficiency in both German and English (written and spoken) is preferred
• Cleanroom Readiness: Comfortable working in classified cleanroom environments (including gowning and physical handling of raw materials).