Associate HR Business Partner, Drug Product

The Associate HR Business Partner, Drug Product supports the business by delivering high-quality, hands-on HR support to managers and employees across assigned areas. 

You will be part of the on-site HR team in Stein, supporting a fast-growing Drug Product manufacturing site within Lonza’s Integrated Biologics network. Working close to operations, you will play a key role in executing core HR processes, supporting managers in day-to-day people topics, and ensuring a consistent and positive employee experience across the full lifecycle, from hire to retire. 

What you will get: 

• An agile career and a dynamic work culture. 

• An inclusive and ethical workplace. 

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance. In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits. Our full list of tailored local benefits can be found below. 

• Benefits in Stein: assetstream.aspx  

What you will do: 

• Provide HR support to managers and employees on day-to-day topics such as performance, absence, employee relations, and organizational changes. 

• Ensure smooth execution of core HR processes including onboarding, performance management, talent processes, offboarding, and guiding managers in applying these correctly. 

• Work closely with HR Services and Centers of Excellence to ensure timely and accurate HR delivery while supporting the HR Business Partner on workforce planning. 

• Use HR data and dashboards to support decisions and identify trends (e.g. attrition, engagement, absence) to improve insights. 

• Maintain accurate employee data and ensure compliance with internal policies and Swiss labor regulations. 

• Support and coordinate local HR initiatives (e.g. engagement actions, trainings, communication) to contribute to a positive employee experience through consistency and clarity. 

• Support team-level change activities with a pragmatic approach and leverage digital tools, including AI and automation, to improve efficiency. 

What we are looking for: 

• 2 - 4 years of experience in HR, ideally in a generalist or HR operations role, comfortable working in a hands-on role close to operations. 

• Strong execution mindset, able to manage multiple topics in parallel with the ability to work in a structured way while handling ambiguity. 

• Good understanding of core HR processes (recruitment, performance management, employee relations, etc.) and basic knowledge of Swiss labor law. 

• Interest in using data and HR metrics to support decisions, with an affinity for digital tools, HR systems, and openness to AI. 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across different levels of the organization. 

• Fluent in English and German, with the requirement for on-site presence at least 4 days per week in Stein. 

• Degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology or equivalent experience. 

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.