Lonza

Production Manager, Chromatography/DSP 80-100% (f/m/d)

Switzerland · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerLonza
LocationSwitzerland
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted9 Oct 2026

Location: the actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

Based in Visp, the Production Manager DSP manages the operational activities of the manufacturing projects with chromatography steps in the new Drug Linker Asset with overall responsibility of manufacturing execution with regard to safety, quality and on-time-in full delivery. He/she leads an interdisciplinary team of production leaders, supervisors and specialists. He/she is accountable for the performance and results of the assigned projects including cost control.

This is a highly visible role for a Production Chemist expert for DSP and Chromatography process, who wants to combine deep technical expertise with people leadership and a significant contribution to a growing Drug Linker Development and Manufacturing organization in the ADC market.

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This is a fully site‑based role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

What you will get:

● An agile career and dynamic working culture.

● An inclusive and ethical workplace.

● Compensation programs that recognize high performance.

● A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.

● The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

● Benefits in Visp:Lonza_Visp_Benefits

What you will do:

● Lead multidisciplinary teams for the manufacturing aspects of assigned chromatography processes

● Perform risk analyses and ensure implementation of defined control measures.

● Ensures a high level of technical and process standardization within the production plants for Drug linker. Candidate will start work in Drug Linker Asset HKS in Visp for the first year to gain a strong production process related understanding.

● Ensure documentation, regulatory compliance, operator training, and process know-how transfer.

● Drive cost control, continuous improvement, innovation, audits, and technical standardization.

● Build and apply strong chromatography equipment and process expertise.

● Prepare, program, and manage operation of chromatography equipment for manufacturing.

● Act as a technical and scientific expert for Drug Linker Toxin production internally and externally, responsibility includes training and SBP activities for production chemists and operation.

What we are looking for:

● Academic degree in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering or a related discipline

● Significant experience in Engingeering Chromatography assets or Chromatography Application in Production, Experience pharmaceutical process development, API development, clinical supply, or manufacturing sciences.

In-depth technical knowledge in Operations, in the biological, chemical and/or pharmaceutical industry
Significant Chromatography hands on experience and programming skills on preparatory HPLC equipment

● Proven experience leading complex projects in a matrix organization within clinical supply, development, or manufacturing operations.

● Strong knowledge of chemical process development, scale-up, technology transfer, and GMP manufacturing requirements, specifically for processes with chromatography unit operation

● Good knowledge of Drug Linker technology and understanding of safe work execution in containment assets.

● Fluent English language skills required; German proficiency is a strong asset.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.

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