Teamlead Downstream Processing (Biotechnology)

Location: Visp, Switzerland; fully site-based role. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families.

Company

hirify.global manufactures medicines and supports customers in turning life-science innovations into viable therapies across more than 30 sites worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead the planning, execution, and documentation of downstream processing manufacturing campaigns.
• Provide technical expertise in chromatography, filtration, UF/DF, bulk filling, process monitoring, technology transfers, validation, and lifecycle management.
• Lead investigations, CAPAs, change controls, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as the downstream processing subject matter expert during audits, inspections, customer visits, capital projects, commissioning, qualification, and start-up activities.
• Ensure manufacturing follows cGMP requirements, approved procedures, SHE standards, environmental monitoring, and quality requirements.
• Lead, coach, and develop Bioprocess Engineers while partnering with downstream processing leadership and shift team leads on resource allocation, capacity planning, and manufacturing support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in biotechnology, preferably in downstream processing operations.
• Strong expertise in chromatography, filtration, UF/DF, viral clearance, and GMP-regulated manufacturing.
• Experience with technology transfers, process validation, investigations, and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, problem-solving, and people leadership skills.
• Fluent English is required; German is highly desirable.

Culture & Benefits

• Agile career development and a dynamic work culture.
• Inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Performance-oriented compensation programs.
• Lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits tailored to the Visp location.
• In-person collaboration in a site-based manufacturing environment.