Process Engineering and Maintenance Manager

Reporting to the Head of Operations, the Process Engineering & Maintenance Manager will lead two critical areas of the manufacturing organization; Process Engineering and Maintenance, to ensure robust, efficient, and compliant production processes.

Process Engineering and Maintenance Manager

Our client is a modern, multinational company operating in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic sector, recognized for its innovation, product quality, and commitment to continuous improvement. Based near Geneva, the site combines advanced manufacturing technologies with a highly regulated GMP environment.

Description

This is a key leadership role for a hands-on, technically skilled professional passionate about process optimization, equipment reliability, and team development within a high-performance, regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

Process Engineering

• Lead the Process Engineering team to improve existing manufacturing processes, maximize production efficiency, and reduce costs while maintaining quality and compliance.
• Ensure process engineering tasks are executed on time, within budget, and in full compliance with GMP and safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and root cause analysis (CAPA) to address yield and quality issues.
• Maintain and update process risk assessments (pFMEA, eFMEA).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Quality, R&D, Validation, Facilities, and external partners to sustain and improve manufacturing processes.
• Support documentation, process validation, and KPI monitoring to ensure data-driven decision-making and operational excellence.

Maintenance

• Lead and coordinate the Maintenance team to ensure optimal availability and reliability of all equipment and facilities.
• Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for ISO 7 cleanrooms, sterilization zones (autoclaves), robotic production lines, HVAC, and controlled ventilation systems.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with ISO 13485, GMP, and EHS standards.
• Manage equipment qualification, calibration, and validation activities in collaboration with Quality and Engineering teams.
• Supervise external service providers and ensure full traceability and compliance of maintenance interventions.
• Implement digital tools and reliability-centered maintenance practices to enhance predictive maintenance and data-driven performance.
• Promote energy efficiency and cost optimization initiatives while ensuring equipment reliability and regulatory adherence.

Profile

Profile Requirements

• Degree in Industrial Engineering or a related technical field (Mechanical, Process, or Electrical Engineering).
• Proven experience in process engineering and/or maintenance management within a regulated environment.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, or medical device industries is highly valued.
• Candidates with backgrounds in automotive, FMCG, or food manufacturing will also be considered.
• Fluent English is mandatory; French is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Hands-on, analytical, and continuous improvement mindset.

Job Offer

• A dynamic and modern work environment within a multinational group.
• A key leadership position with strong visibility and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Support for relocation to Switzerland, including an accompanying integration package.

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