Shift Lead Ⅱ

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

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.