Central Hygiene Project Manager (temporary roles 10 months)

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

The role involves interacting with many departments and managing various stakeholders at different levels. It provides an opportunity for learning and developing the technical knowledge as well as the soft skills. The candidate will contribute in building a GMP compliant environment in the facilities by training others and ensuring adherence to standard procedures.

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This is an office‑first role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and team alignment, enabling us to deliver our best work. You will work primarily in the office, with the flexibility to work remotely for 20% of your time (one day per week).

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 Visp: https://bit.ly/3wjkoFi

What you will do:

• Ensure the effective implementation and continuous improvement of hygiene standards at the Visp site

• Act as an interface and key link between all departments involved in contamination control, including Production, QA, Monitoring, Engineering and EHS

• Plan, lead and execute hygiene projects in the areas of material transfer, gowning, cleaning, disinfection and cleanroom behavior

• Take responsibility for planning, coordinating, and performing Cleanroom Performance Qualifications (PQs) in compliance with GMP and site requirements

• Prepare, maintain and update hygiene-related documentation in accordance with GMP standards

• Investigate deviations within hygiene and environmental monitoring processes, perform root cause analyses, define and track CAPAs

• Initiate and own related change requests (CRs)

• Manage and execute deviation investigations and ensure timely closure in compliance with quality system requirements

• Identify and implement improvement measures to harmonize and standardize hygiene processes across different production areas

• Prepare and represent hygiene topics during internal and external audits as well as inspections by authorities and customers

• Develop and deliver targeted training programs to strengthen hygiene awareness, and consistent hygiene standards across the site

What we are looking for:

• Degree or vocational education in a scientific discipline such as Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Technology, Pharmacy, Bioprocess Engineering, or equivalent

• Professional experience in a GMP-regulated environment, ideally in contamination control, cleanroom hygiene, or quality management

• Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and experience in preparing and maintaining GMP documentation (SOPs, CAPAs, deviations, change controls)

• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken; good German skills are an advantage

• Analytical mindset with a structured and solution-oriented approach

• Strong communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary team

• Independent, committed and responsible personality with a high level of quality awareness

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.