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Sandoz

Leader in generic and biosimilar medicines

OPEX Manager / IWS Manager

Manufacturing & Process EngineeringUpdated on Nov 12
Full-timeBarleben, Germany

About the Job

Requirements

  • A completed degree in engineering, such as mechanical engineering, production engineering, or process engineering; industrial engineering; or business administration focused on production or Lean Management. Alternatively, a science degree in chemistry or pharmacy with relevant experience in production processes and continuous improvement is required.
  • Fluent German and English, spoken and written.
  • Experience with Lean and continuous improvement programs, including IWS, Kaizen, and TPM.
  • Strong leadership and coaching skills, particularly working directly on the shop floor.
  • Change-management skills and the ability to promote a culture of ownership and collaboration.
  • Analytical skills and KPI orientation to measure improvements.
  • Communication and collaboration skills for effective work with global teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Introduce and implement the SBS methodology at the site, including rollout from a pilot line through full implementation, integration of TPM and Lean principles, and standardization of workflows.
  • Ensure transparency and continuous improvement through clear KPI cascading, visualization at production lines, and employee involvement to achieve zero losses.
  • Lead and coach employees on the shop floor to jointly develop and implement solutions.
  • Develop a capability-building strategy, including training, mentoring, and a train-the-trainer approach for Lean tools and DMAIC.
  • Collaborate with global teams and other sites to exchange best practices and ensure consistent implementation.
  • Integrate TPM and Lean principles into production processes to achieve zero losses.
  • Visualize KPIs and standardize workflows along production lines.
  • Promote an inclusive, performance-oriented culture that supports innovation and engagement.
  • Continuously expand the OpEx program until SBS is fully integrated into site processes and culture.

Desired Qualifications

  • Green Belt or Black Belt certification or qualification.

About the Company

Sandoz

Leader in generic and biosimilar medicines

What does the company do? Sandoz is a global leader in generic and biosimilar medicines, with a broad portfolio of about 1,300 products that address diseases from the common cold to cancer. How does its product work? The medicines are off-patent (generics) or biosimilars that match the reference brands in safety, quality, and efficacy, offering affordable treatment options to patients and helping healthcare systems save money while expanding access. How is it different from competitors? Sandoz emphasizes scale, a long heritage dating back to 1886, and a sizeable global workforce dedicated to broadening patient access, aiming for large social impact and substantial healthcare savings. Its leadership in biosimilars and the breadth of its portfolio set it apart in the market. What is the company's goal? To pioneer access for patients by making high-quality medicines more affordable and widely available worldwide.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Basel, Switzerland
Founded
1886

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