Drug Product – Project Lead (6712)

Drug Product Project Lead – 6712 ADA

Our client, a global market leader in the production and process support of active pharmaceutical ingredients, both in the chemical and biotechnology sectors, is looking for a Drug Product Project Lead for a contract role of 1 year (with potential extension), based in the Visp, Switzerland.

Main Responsibilities:

·      Lead technical expansion and capacity increase projects within Drug Product manufacturing to support production ramp-up.

·      Provide technical input to project design, ensuring compliance with operational needs and regulatory standards (e.g., EU GMP Annex 1).

·      Coordinate cross-functional teams and external suppliers, manage project governance, and ensure delivery on time and within scope.

·      Develop and implement best-practice processes aligned with current industry and regulatory trends.

·      Manage change control, troubleshooting, and deviations related to projects and equipment.

·      Establish and update operational procedures in collaboration with manufacturing and quality functions.)

Qualifications and Experience:

·      Relevant working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required

·      Extensive technical experience in GMP manufacturing (Drug Product experience preferred).

·      Proven track record of project coordination/management within pharmaceutical manufacturing.

·      Experience with CAPEX projects and equipment qualification is an advantage.

·      In-depth knowledge of cGMP and Annex 1 requirements.

·      Fluent in English, German is a plus

·      Highly collaborative, results-driven, and with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

·      Agile mindset with ability to deliver under pressure and changing priorities