Manufacturing Technician
Svizzera, Vallese, Visp
Industria farmaceutica
Risorse umane
Data ultimo aggiornamento: 18/03/2026 2026-06-18
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Overview:
The Manufacturing Technician provides operational, technical, and logistical support across USP, DSP, and IPC areas. The role includes calibration activities, material readiness, equipment handling, sample management, and execution of GMP-compliant tasks to ensure safe, efficient, and robust manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Equipment & Process Support:
- Perform daily calibration of equipment used in IPC and DSP, including preparation and use of WFI
- Conduct Single Use Assembly checks
- Execute column buffer exchange activities
- Perform harvest filter deinstallation according to established procedures
- Operate autoclaves (loading, cycle execution, unloading of sterilized materials)
- Complete material checklists to ensure availability of required consumables
- Notify Bioprocess Engineers of missing chemicals or discrepancies
- Conduct ethanol aliquotation in compliance with GMP and safety requirements
- Support dispensing activities as required
- Perform cleaning tasks in inoculation areas and production rooms in line with GMP standards
- Execute buffer drainage activities in coordination with DSP teams
- Deliver samples to QC, IPC, and other designated areas
- Apply 6S principles to maintain clean, organized, and audit-ready workspaces
- Complete accurate GMP documentation for all performed tasks
- Follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures
- Participate in investigations, CAPAs, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Coordinate with Manufacturing, QA, QC, and BPE teams
Training & Development Opportunities:
USP Operations:
- Bioreactor setup, monitoring, and breakdown
- Media preparation (weighing, mixing, transfer)
- Inoculation support and room cleaning
- Chromatography column preparation and buffer exchange
- UF/DF setup, filter installation, and buffer handling
- Harvest filter deinstallation and drainage
- Autoclave operation and sterilization processes
- GMP documentation standards
- 6S and operational excellence
- Safe chemical handling (including ethanol aliquotation)
Qualifications & Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Completed apprenticeship, technical diploma, or equivalent in:
- Chemical Engineering
- Biotechnology
- Laboratory Technology
- Pharmaceutical / Production Technology
- Strong understanding of GMP and cleanroom operations
- Ability to read and follow SOPs, batch records, and technical instructions in English
- Technical or vocational training in bioprocessing or pharmaceutical production
- Knowledge of analytical equipment and calibration routines
Experience:
- 1?3 years in pharmaceutical, biotech, or chemical manufacturing (USP/DSP preferred)
- Experience in cleanroom environments (Grade C/D or higher)
- Hands-on experience with one or more of the following:
- Bioreactors (single-use or stainless steel)
- Media / buffer preparation
- Chromatography systems
- UF/DF processes
- Autoclave / sterilization
- Experience with GMP documentation, batch execution, and deviation handling is an advantage
Languages:
- Fluent English or German (both is a plus)
If you are interested and believe you are a great fit, do not hesitate to contact me directly:
alba.jansa(at)experis.ch
+41 61 282 22 13

