Senior Manufacturing System Expert

Major accountabilities:

• Support and Lead Digitalization Projects (e.g. Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) ...).
• Assisting users in Drug Product Manufacturing with the operation of other computerized systems in production.
• Support and Lead of Site IT relevant projects (e.g. Robotics, automation initiatives,…).
• Alignment with external Suppliers / Stakeholders in regards of Business / Site requirements.
• Development and Execution of internal Projects and Stakeholders (e.g. Harmonization of Processes in the area of DPS further rollout of established systems (e.g. MES,....).
• Execution of IQ/OQ/PQ ... Testing, Documentation, Compliance.
• Initiation and Evaluation including Coordination; Change and CAPA Management (Agile Changes).

Essential requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Automation Engineering, or a comparable field.
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role within a GMP manufacturing environment.
• IT/Automation expertise. Knowledge of MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems.
• Analytical mindset.
• Fluent in German and English.

For this role, we offer a temporary contract of 2 years.

Rewards 

You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards 

In addition to a market-competitive base salary, we offer an attractive incentive program, a modern company pension scheme, childcare facilities, learning and development opportunities as well as worldwide career possibilities within the Novartis group

In accordance with Austrian law, we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary as stated in the collective bargaining agreement. For this position the minimum salary is €65,605.54 /year (on a full time basis). We also offer a potential market oriented excess payment in line with your experience and qualifications.

The salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.  

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. Further details will be provided during the application process.  

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics. 

Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.  

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO paragraph: 

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams’ representative of the patients and communities we serve.