Group Leader TechOps Laboratories 100% (all)

Group Leader TechOps Laboratories 100% (all)

Bachem

Bachem is a world leader in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides for the pharmaceutical industry. To support our continued growth in Vionnaz (Valais, Switzerland), we are looking for a Group Leader TechOps Laboratories 100% (all). In this strategic role, you will lead the Optimization & Troubleshooting Laboratory and play a key part in technology transfer, process development, manufacturing support, and continuous improvement initiatives within our Technical Operations organization.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of laboratory professionals while promoting a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Coordinate laboratory activities supporting technology transfers, process familiarization, scale-up, and new product introductions.

• Ensure manufacturing readiness through process optimization and generation of critical process knowledge.

• Provide scientific and technical expertise to manufacturing operations and support strategic product introductions.

• Lead troubleshooting investigations related to process deviations, yield losses, quality events, and manufacturing challenges.

• Drive root cause analyses (RCA), risk assessments, FMEAs, and corrective action implementation.

• Promote technical excellence by identifying innovative technologies, industry best practices, and digitalization opportunities.

• Ensure compliance with GMP, HSE, quality requirements, and corporate procedures while maintaining high-quality technical documentation.

Your Profile

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in process development, manufacturing support, technology transfer, or industrial chemistry.

• Proven leadership experience in a laboratory, technical, manufacturing, or pharmaceutical environment.

• Strong experience in troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and process optimization.

• Solid understanding of GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.

• Experience in peptide manufacturing, LPPS and/or SPPS is a strong advantage.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across global and cross-functional teams.

• Fluent in English and French (minimum C1); German is an advantage.

Our offer

• A modern and dynamic working environment within a fast-growing international company.

• Challenging projects of high scientific and technical value.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing professional development.

• A corporate culture based on collaboration, innovation and excellence.

• Attractive working conditions and competitive employee benefits.

Learn more about the Bachem Group and get inspired by our exciting work environment at our location in Vionnaz.