Senior Lean Specialist

Zealand Pharma; Søborg; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Zealand Pharma A/S is seeking a Senior Lean Specialist to drive lean standardization across GMP processes. You will lead process mapping, coach teams, and provide guidance to production for continuous improvement. Seniority and credibility are key as you influence change without formal authority.

The role sits in Manufacturing and covers process development, tech transfer, drug substance/product production, and supply chain. Join a culture focused on collaboration and bold innovation.

Qualifications

• Lean qualification and hands-on experience in GMP settings.
• Proven ability to coach and lead teams informally.
• Track record in driving structured problem solving.
• Ability to navigate fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Drive lean standardization across processes in the organization.
• Lead process mapping activities at all levels.
• Train and coach employees in structured problem solving.
• Drive complex problem solving in a methodical way.
• Act as sparring partner for management on continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Lean Black Belt

GMP experience

People leadership

Structured problem solving

Prioritization in fast-paced env

Job description

Does it excite you to drive lean transformation in a GMP environment, and do you have a strong track record of turning complex processes into robust, sustainable standards? If this sounds like you, and you are ready to take on a broad area of responsibilities, then you could be our new colleague.

Your new position

As our new Senior Lean Specialist, you will play a key role in driving lean standardization across our processes. Drawing on solid experience from a GMP-regulated environment, you will lead process mapping activities, structure complex problem-solving efforts, and act as a trusted advisor to production teams. You will bring seniority and credibility to the role, informally leading and coaching teams through change without relying on formal authority.

We Offer Exciting Responsibilities

• Drive lean standardization of processes across the organization
• Lead and facilitate process mapping activities at all levels
• Train and coach employees in structured problem solving
• Drive complex problem-solving in a structured, methodical way
• Act as a sparring partner for department management on continuous improvement initiatives across the area

Your profile

You bring solid, hands-on experience from a similar role in a GMP-regulated environment, and you have an analytical and structured approach. You bring strong collaboration skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving, and you have a genuine passion for continuous improvement.

• Extensive, hands-on experience from a similar role in a GMP-regulated environment
• Lean qualification, such as Lean Black Belt, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent
• Strong people skills and proven experience with informal leadership of teams
• Demonstrated ability to drive complex, structured problem-solving
• Can effectively navigate and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

Your new team

You will be part of the Manufacturing department, consisting of 8 specialists. Your role will be to support the area of Technical Development and Manufacturing, which covers all activities from process development, tech transfer, drug substance and drug product production, device development, supply chain, and clinical trial supply.

Let's bond and be bold

We have a unique culture, characterized by excellent teamwork and strong engagement across the organization. And we want you to help us strengthen this culture. Making bonds is at the core of everything we do. From discovering and developing the best new peptide drugs for patients, to engaging with our partners or connecting with each other. We bond through curiosity and playfulness as a team, allowing ourselves to challenge common thinking and drive future innovation. Join us and let's bond and be bold.

August 30, 2026

For further information, please contact Head of Manufacturing, Rasmus Sandberg Schaal: [e-mail].

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and welcome applications from all job applicants.

About Zealand Pharma A/S

Zealand Pharma A/S (Nasdaq: ZEAL) is a biotechnology company focused on advancing medicines for obesity and metabolic health. Combining more than 25 years of peptide R&D expertise with a proprietary data platform that leverages advanced data-driven and AI/ML approaches, Zealand Pharma aims to lead a new era in obesity and metabolic health. To date, more than ten Zealand Pharma-invented drug candidates have entered clinical development, of which two products have reached the market and three candidates are in late-stage development. The Company has collaborations with global pharmaceutical and biotechnology partners for research, development, and commercialization. Founded in 1998, Zealand Pharma is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, with a U.S. presence in Boston, Massachusetts. Learn more at www.zealandpharma.com.