As a first-tier supplier to our renowned business partner Roche Diagnostics in Rotkreuz, we are currently looking for a motivated and dedicated Technical Supplier Manager – Technical Project Lead und Process Design for a temporary assignment of 18 months, with high probability of extension.
Tasks und Responsibilities
Manufacturing Process Design und Industrialization (Core Activity)
- Process Architecture und Development: Actively design, optimize, and industrialize robust manufacturing and testing processes for instrument components, electronics, and precision assemblies across the external supply base
- Process Capability und Validation: Define process validation strategies (IQ/OQ/PQ), design verification protocols, and establish process capability baselines (Cp/Cpk analysis, tolerance studies, and Gage RundR)
- Design for Excellence (DfX): Partner closely with RundD during early product development to embed Design for Manufacturing, Assembly, and Testability principles into component designs, preventing manufacturing bottlenecks and driving yield optimization
- Process Risk und Mitigation: Lead process failure mode and effects analysis (pFMEA), establish poka-yoke (error-proofing) controls, and drive root-cause investigations to engineer out process vulnerabilities
Technical Project Leadership und External-to-External (E2E) Transfers
- Lead Technology Transfers: Steer end-to-end technical transfers between external contract manufacturers and suppliers (External-to-External), including production line relocations, tool duplications, and second-source qualifications
- Project Governance und Milestones: Establish qualification master plans (QMPs), define project schedules, align critical milestones, and report progress transparently to cross-functional leadership within MSAT and GIN
- Cross-Partner Synchronization: Lead technical alignment and change control across originating sites, receiving supplier facilities, Roche Global Sourcing, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs
Technical Supplier Stewardship und Operations Support
- Supplier Performance und Monitoring: Monitor supplier process stability, technical KPIs, and component quality trends across the complete instrument lifecycle
- Deviation Handling und SCARs: Lead technical problem-solving teams (8D, Ishikawa, 5-Why) for component deviations; resolve Supplier Corrective Action Requests sustainably
- Supplier Technical Assessments: Conduct technical evaluations and audits of potential and existing suppliers as part of the formal supplier qualification process
- Operations Projects: Steer supplier-side engineering changes (without spec change), capacity expansions, and continuous line stabilization initiatives
Must Haves
- A University degree (Bachelorund#39;s, Masterund#39;s, or Higher Technical Diploma) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
- At least 5–6+ years of relevant industry experience in manufacturing process design, technical supplier management, industrialization, or manufacturing engineering, ideally within medical devices, in-vitro diagnostics (IVD), pharmaceuticals, or precision high-tech equipment
- Process Design Expertise: Proven hands-on track record in designing, qualifying, and optimizing manufacturing and test processes; strong command of statistical process control (SPC), capability studies (Cpk), measurement systems analysis (MSA), and pFMEA
- Technical Project Leadership: Demonstrated leadership in complex technical projects, specifically external-to-external technology transfers, second-sourcing initiatives, or major line ramp-ups; formal PM certification (PMP, IPMA, Agile) is an asset
- Manufacturing Technologies: Deep technical understanding of precision manufacturing technologies (e.g., injection molding, precision mechanics/machining, electronics assembly, automated testing) along with an understanding of production cost drivers and cycle time optimization
- Regulatory und Quality Standards: Practical knowledge of ISO 13485, GMP/FDA regulations, process validation frameworks (IQ/OQ/PQ), and formal change management procedures
- Mindset und Communication: Pragmatic, innovative problem solver with a "think-out-of-the-box" attitude and strong intercultural stakeholder management and communication skills
- Languages und Mobility: Professional fluency in English and German (written and spoken); willingness to travel globally (approx. 20–30%) for supplier on-site process reviews, audits, and transfer milestones
Benefits
- Become part of one of the most prestigious pharmaceutical companies and actively shape the future of healthcare
- Experience a work culture that promotes diversity and inclusion and where all employees feel valued
- Work on a state-of-the–art campus featuring green spaces, meeting areas, and an inspiring atmosphere
- Work with modern and up-to-date tools in an innovative work environment
- Start with a professional onboarding process and a thorough introduction to your new role during the Welcome Days
- Benefit from financial support for your professional development plans
- Enjoy a selection of high-quality meals in modern staff restaurants
- As part of a sustainable mobility concept, on-site parking spaces are available to you
- Take advantage of unbeatable, year-round discounts at renowned retailers and over 200 top brands
- Benefit from fleet discounts when purchasing new cars or receive constant fuel discounts
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