Shift Lead Ⅱ

Your key responsibilities:

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

·    Lead shift teams to execute manufacturing operations in line with production plans, GMP standards, and HSE requirements

·    Act as a visible leader on the shop floor, promoting a strong culture of quality, safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement

·    Translate production schedules into clear daily priorities, optimizing the use of people, equipment, and materials

·    Ensure accurate completion and review of production documentation, including batch records, SAP transactions, and logbooks

·    Drive quality excellence by supporting inspection readiness and ensuring full compliance with Novartis Manufacturing and Quality standards

·    Develop, coach, and motivate team members through effective performance management, training, and qualification activities

·    Support deviation management by leading first‑level investigations related to human error and contributing to root‑cause analysis

·    Identify and resolve operational or technical issues, escalating when required and proposing practical solutions

·    Promote continuous improvement initiatives and encourage team engagement in operational excellence projects

·    Ensure effective communication across shifts and with key stakeholders to maintain smooth production flow

What you’ll bring to the role:

·    At least 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, food, or aseptic manufacturing environments

·    A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a coordination or leadership role within a GMP setting

·    Strong people leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage, motivate, and develop teams

·    Sound knowledge of GMP, quality systems, and manufacturing compliance requirements

·    Proven ability to manage priorities, work under pressure, and make effective decisions in a dynamic environment

·    Experience with training, qualification, and performance management processes

·    Familiarity with manufacturing systems such as MES, SAP, or similar platforms

·    University degree in Science, Pharmacy, Pharma Engineering, Pharmaceutical Technology, or equivalent experience

·    Intermediate English proficiency in reading, writing and oral, and fluency in the local site language

Desirable requirements:

·    Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence methodologies

·    Exposure to change management initiatives in a manufacturing environment

You’ll receive: (not mandatory)

·    Align during offer phase.